Question 1

How do I know my business is ready to franchise?

Accepted Answer

Broadly: the business is profitable at unit level, the concept is differentiated, operations can run without the founder in the room, and the model can be documented so a motivated stranger can repeat it. Our readiness assessment tests each of these and gives you a written opinion — including when the answer is 'not yet'.

Question 2

How long does it take to launch a franchise system?

Accepted Answer

For most businesses, meaningful development work takes several months before the first unit is awarded, and the timeline depends heavily on how well documented your operations already are and how quickly legal review moves in your jurisdiction. We set a realistic schedule after the assessment rather than promising a number up front.

Question 3

What does it cost?

Accepted Answer

Fees depend on scope — a readiness assessment is a fraction of a full development engagement. We quote a fixed scope and fee after the initial conversation so there are no open-ended hourly surprises.

Question 4

Are you a law firm?

Accepted Answer

No. We are consultants. We develop the commercial content and structure of your franchise system and work alongside your franchise lawyer, who prepares and files the legal documentation.

Question 5

Do you work with businesses outside food service?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our method is sector-agnostic and we have worked across home services, retail, health and wellness, and professional services as well as food and beverage.

Question 6

Can you help an existing franchisor rather than a new one?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A large part of our work is advisory for established franchisors: network performance, franchisee relations, field support structure and expansion into new markets.

Question 7

Will you help us find franchisees?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We build the candidate profile, qualification criteria, discovery process and award framework, and advise on lead generation and broker relationships.

Question 8

How many clients do you take on?

Accepted Answer

Deliberately few. A boutique model only works if a principal can stay personally involved in every engagement, so we cap the number running at once.

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