April 29 2014 Choosing a franchise that’s future proof

So you’ve decided to make the jump into the world of franchising… Now all you need to do is chose the perfect business from more than 1,300 franchise systems operating in Australia. Piece of cake, right?

April 7 2014 Tough penalties to better regulate the franchise sector

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission will be given more scope to punish fly-by-night franchise operations under new changes proposed by the government.

December 18 2013 Froyo: passing fad or lasting success?

Krispy Kreme and Starbucks outlets may have dotted the streets of cities around Australia just a few years ago, but frozen yogurt has taken over.

December 13 2013 How franchising can help with Christmas and seasonal marketing

It’s that time of year again: a challenge for anyone responsible for promoting their business and spreading goodwill among customers.

December 12 2013 Hospitality sector says buying online makes no difference

Hospitality product retailers believe that locally made products still reign supreme in the sector.

December 2 2013 Online challenge set by Subway

Multi-national sandwich franchise Subway has proposed a global challenge for aspiring franchisees.

November 15 2013 Is it time to consider a franchise?

In the search for a balanced life that matches ambition, flexibility and achievement, franchising keeps popping up and raising its hand for attention. And with good reason; many of the 73,000 current franchisees, who have helped build the franchise sector to the $131 billion contribution to the Australian economy,* signed up to enjoy financial gain, Read More…

November 11 2013 Take-away and fitness industry franchisors set for audit

The ACCC has announced that franchisors in the take-away food and fitness industries will be audited to ensure compliance with the Franchising Code of Conduct.

September 24 2013 Free University resource demystifies franchising

Five thousand would-be franchisees have registered for a free, online course developed by Griffith University’s Asia-Pacific Centre for Franchising Excellence.

September 4 2013 Back from the brink: From administration to million-dollar profits

When Rob Dallimore returned to Worldwide Printing Solutions as CEO in 2010, the business was in bad shape. Dynamic Business sat down with the CEO to find out how the business was turned around.

September 2 2013 Open for business 24/7

Once upon a time, the ‘open 24 hour a day, 7 days a week’ business model was reserved for big city convenience stores, petrol stations, and not much else.

August 21 2013 Legal perspective: Thinking of launching a franchise?

Setting up a franchise can be a great business decision, but there are also significant legal and regulatory costs to be considered.

August 19 2013 Are retailers doing enough to capture the mobile market?

The proportion of Australians transacting on mobile devices has seen strong growth over the past 2 years.

August 15 2013 Court finds door-to-door conduct unconscionable

The ACCC claimed Lux had engaged in “unconscionable conduct” in relation to the sale of vacuum cleaners to three elderly consumers in their homes.

July 12 2013 Mobile shopping is here to stay

If you’re still not convinced about the impact a mobile app or online shopping platform can have on your business, a new report on Australia’s spending habits may give you that extra push.