Business Format Franchising
There are two different types of franchising relationships. Business Format Franchising is the type most identifiable to the average person. In a business format franchise relationship the franchisor provides to the franchisee not just its trade name, products and services, but an entire system for operating the business. The franchisee generally receives site selection and development support, operating manuals, training, brand standards, quality control, a marketing strategy and business advisory support from the franchisor. More than 120 diverse industries use franchising as their route to market including:
Automotive
Business Services
Commercial and Residential Services
Education
Lodging
Personal Services
Quick Service Restaurants (fast food)
Real Estate
Retail Food
Retail Products and Services
Senior Care and Medical Services
Table/Full Service Restaurants
Traditional or Product Distribution