By Sasha-Lee de Bod Since the implementation of the stringent COVID-19 measures and standards, all businesses have been under tremendous pressure to survive even though most of the industries have been unable to trade. Those that have been fortunate enough to...
by Sasha-Lee de Bod The term “business as usual” has been disrupted and all franchise and/or business owners are facing challenging times that requires adopting strategies to ensure sustainability and operational efficiencies for those that are fortunate enough to...
by Sasha-Lee de Bod The “future of work” in the digital era is brought upon us by the COVID-19 pandemic that has taken the world by storm and franchises and/or businesses need to transform and adapt to remote-working environments. Have businesses truly considered the...
By Sasha-Lee de Bod Once a franchise model/concept has been developed, it must be tried, tested and proven in the market before it can be replicated. It is important to note that just an idea cannot be franchised. In franchising, the franchisor must be able to show...
By Sasha-Lee de Bod As we reflect on our experience as franchise consultants over the past year, we have identified 13 lessons learnt from the franchise industry and South Africa’s current economic environment we find ourselves in. 1. Franchisees: Struggling in...
