Now that you have researched into some franchise opportunities you must have a general idea about the types of franchises. There are a few different types of franchises available and although they may seem like a good deal you still must be aware of the pros and cons of each type. Being quite knowledgeable about the types of franchise opportunities will help you make a good choice of which franchise to go into.
Generally franchises can be categorized in two groups. They are known as product and trade name franchising and business format franchising.
Big blue chip companies and industry names in the gas (petroleum), automobile, soft drinks and beverage sectors can usually be found under the product and trade name franchising umbrella. While the big company supplies the merchandise, logo and trademarks, and usually takes responsibility for some or most of the advertising, the franchisee doesn't pay royalties on sales. The franchisee sells the services or products provided by the manufacturer. In general, the franchiser will assist in the set-up and advise on the best locations for the business, and continue supplying goods and things such as vending machines (with all the servicing needed to keep them operating successfully) and whatever else is required to sell products.
The second method is business format franchising. An essential part of the business format franchising is the use of trademarks and logos. The franchiser will help with the site selection and the franchise company will determine the design and layout of the business.
It is interesting to note that studies have shown that the color on the walls in an eating area of a fast food restaurant will determine how quickly people will finish their meal. Hence, the quicker people eat the more people they can accommodate in a day. Therefore, franchisers are determined to stipulate to the franchisee something as basic as wall color. The franchiser also has a say in the advertising, training and the service/sales philosophy of the employees.
Some great examples of this are automotive services, convenience stores, hair salons and hairdressers, fast food chains, real estate agents and recruitment agencies.
The franchisee will pay a fee up-front at start-up and continuing royalties in return for continued assistance of the franchiser.
Acquiring a franchise based solely on the brand name will not guarantee your business instant success. You really need to consider which type of franchise suits your personality and interests. Be aware and choose wisely.
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