What does the ‘ideal’ successful franchise system look like?

Sarah Stowe

Why do some franchise businesses continue to grow and flourish, whilst others may begin successfully, then as soon as they start to expand, they stall or fail? Is it because of inadequate systems and processes, a deficient organisational structure or problems with personnel? Or is it something else? After almost 30 years involvement in the sector, I know there are countless systems needing and wanting help at some level. How do you ensure your system can reach its full potential? With this in mind, I have developed the Franchise System Health Check.

This Health Check delivers a comprehensive review of a franchise system against best practice standards and provides us with the insights to develop a clear road map to ready the system for continued growth and success.

Your business needs to be in the healthiest condition it can be to ensure sustained growth. For this very reason, it’s important to have a close, hard look at all aspects of your operation. What has been working well for your business over the past 12-24 months? What are the areas that need improvement in order to take your business to a new level in the next two to three years?

It is important to ensure that your business is in a healthy position to expand and grow.

The FC Business Solutions Franchise ‘Health Check’ will deliver a comprehensive review of your Franchise system and ensure it is driving towards ‘Best Practice’.

The Franchise Health Check takes a microscopic view of the key elements of your business.

These elements include:

The Head – Business Planning and System Development

The Face – Public Relations & Communications / Marketing & Promotion

The Backbone – Organisational Structures and Personnel

The Heart – Franchise Performance & Financials

The Hands – Network Management & Support

The Eyes – Policies, Procedures & Legal

As a consultant I see a great opportunity in being able to provide tailored advice and innovative solutions for our clients’ and importantly, being able to follow this through to ensure they achieve the very best outcomes.