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Expert franchise legal services provided by DC Strategy
24/10/2011 - DC Strategy are pleased to have one of the largest specialist teams of franchise lawyers in Australia, and to be recognised as a leader across all facets of franchise law. DC Strategy franchise lawyers work closely with emerging franchise systems ...
DC Strategy franchise consultants dominate 2011 BRW Fast Franchises list
23/09/2011 - DC Strategy franchise consultants are once again pleased to see their clients representing a large percentage of this years fastest growing franchises as reported in the BRW Fast Franchises special edition. Every year when the BRW Fast Franchises ...
Franchise consultants, DC Strategy host Ben & Jerry's franchised scoop program
7/06/2011 - Franchise consultants, DC Strategy have hosted ice cream franchise, Ben and Jerry’s franchised scoop shop program, an event to raise awareness of Ben & Jerry’s franchise opportunities, at their offices in Sydney. DC Strategy was selected ...
Senator dismisses any discussion on new commercial law governing franchising
14/03/2011 - Senator Nick Sherry has again reinforced and made clear his position on the attempt to introduce legislation to govern franchisor conduct by the WA and SA governments. Senator Sherry stated that the government does not intend on reviewing the Franchising ...
Franchise consultants, DC Strategy discuss changes to commercial law
9/03/2011 - Franchise consultants, DC Strategy warn suppliers and manufacturers of consumer services, goods and warranties that they may need to consider whether their packaging, labels and representation of products can be guaranteed under new consumer ...
DC Strategy franchise consultants release results of annual franchisor survey
21/10/2010 - Franchise consultants DC Strategy have released the results of their annual franchisor survey, which spoke to 150 of the country’s top Franchisor CEOs directly, and offers a distinct insight into what is happening in the franchise sector. The largest ...
Glossary of key terms used in franchising from DC Strategy
23/04/2009 - DC Strategy are specialist franchise consultants and specialist franchise solicitors and within this article provide information on some of the key terms used in franchising.Disclosure Document: this document provides information about a franchise system, ...
10 steps to freedom – How to buy a franchise
7/02/2009 - Far too many people jump into franchises without due consideration of the risks and a thorough assessment of the implications in both the short and long term, writes David Stafford, Executive Consultant at DC Strategy.Given the contractual nature of ...
Specialist reports to provide most wide reaching and factual analysis of franchise industry in Australia
26/11/2008 - Independent research and analysis key to understanding franchise market and giving franchisees a clearer picture. Specialist consulting and legal firm DC Strategy today announced the launch of DC Strategy Research, a specialist research firm focused ...
Shopping round for franchisors is widespread
19/09/2008 - A recent survey, carried out by DC Strategy – the region’s premier franchise consultant specialist in conjunction with www.franchisebusiness.com.au , reveals that nearly half of all potential franchisees meet with 3-6 franchisors before choosing a franchise. ...
Franchise Advisory Councils
19/09/2008 - Open, honest and frequent communication between franchisees and franchisors is imperative in operating a successful owner-operator network. Franchise Advisory Councils (FAC) are a tool which facilitates involvement, consultation and participation. In ...
The Other Sleeping Giant... Franchising in India
27/08/2008 - No longer just the domain of street bazaars and roadside vendors, India provides seemingly limitless growth potential for franchisors. With many of the world’s premier brands competing to secure their share of the emerging Indian middle class, Australian ...
Remuneration Incentives – Simple but Ineffective
27/08/2008 - The concept of skin in the game or variable pay structures is an area of business that is experiencing a renewed focus in response to the near full employment status of the Australian market and the increasing pressure on the fixed costs of business.Groups ...
Motivation by Remuneration
27/08/2008 - Motivating employees and influencing performance through incentives or profit share is increasingly common but frequently ineffective - not because incentives are a bad idea, but usually because businesses choose incentives which reward the wrong behaviours, ...
Innovation and R & D
7/08/2008 - Constant innovation is a requirement in almost every business. Companies that fail to innovate are often left behind or lose their once prized market leadership positions. Given this basic imperative, it is staggering that Australia spends only 1.8% ...
Grow your whole business
6/08/2008 - Many organisations see franchising as the ideal business model to grow their company. Unfortunately, far too many of them don’t take the time to build the right foundations and secure a bright future for their business.The short term thinker typically ...
Another Federal Enquiry
4/08/2008 - The Federal Government has recently announced another enquiry into the Franchising Industry in Australia. On the back of the SA and WA enquires and the last Federal enquiry in 2006-07, there is a legitimate concern of over reaching regulation in the ...
Sign of the times – are you ready to become a franchisor?
10/06/2008 - Do you want to become a franchisor? This is a question many business owners have contemplated and for many the decision has been the key to building a successful business. Do you have any idea of what is involved? Could it be possible given the size ...
"International Growth – Why Bother?" DC Strategy
15/05/2008 - International growth is an agenda item for board meetings of a growing number of franchise systems. At present, the international revenue for most franchise groups is very low, reflecting their early stage of development, and in many cases, the unsuccessful ...
The Foreign Legion
9/05/2008 - What happens when overseas brands land on Australian shores? Domini Stuart looks at the reality of international trading from a franchisee’s perspective.International franchising is on the increase, with a growing number of brands moving successfully ...
Retailing in Scotland - watch this space - DC Strategy
2/05/2008 - Retail is the heartbeat of the Scottish economy. However, the retail landscape is experiencing a period of change and the chances are that the big players are the only ones who will prosper. Retail is one of the key industry sectors in Scotland with ...
Scaling a small business - DC Strategy
2/05/2008 - Scaling a small business The very thing that makes a small business successful — the role of the founder and its operating systems — is often what challenges significant growth and the transition from a small business to a medium / large enterprise. ...
Structure - get it right from the start - DC Strategy
1/05/2008 - DC Strategy is the region’s premier franchising specialist with an experienced and respected team of specialist franchise consultants and specialist franchise solicitors. As market leader our extensive practical experience ensures our clients have access ...
Advisory services and technology for franchising from DC Strategy
23/04/2008 - DC Strategy is a consulting and legal firm that specialises in franchising. The specialist team of members are solicitors and consultants in the area of franchising, strategy, legal or international of the advisory services business have developed networks ...
Brand Republic: Franchising in regional Australia
29/10/2007 - From food and beverages to lawn mowing, mortgage broking, health care and fitness, nationally recognised 'branded franchised businesses are helping to breathe new life into regional Australia. Across Australia franchising has grown over the past 20 to ...
DC Strategy discusses multi-brand strategies
21/08/2007 - A number of respected franchisors have been musing the costs of developing a sophisticated system, logistics and support team, are becoming such that either international expansion or multi-branding is going to become necessary to achieve satisfactory ...
DC Strategy's tips for franchise international expansion
23/07/2007 - Developing an international expansion strategy against the backdrop of your domestic franchise operation can be a challenge. Adrian McFedries draws on practical experience to provide insight into how to measure your readiness for expansion into overseas ...
Out with the old, in with the new?
14/05/2007 - The size of the primary (greenfield) and secondary (existing) markets for franchise businesses continues to grow every year in Australia. The decision of a potential investor as to which is the most attractive option is as much dependent on the make ...
China – The New Franchise Frontier
14/05/2007 - Franchising was only introduced to China in the early “90’s, but according to Rod Young, Executive Director of DC Strategy, “China is emerging as one of the fastest growing areas of franchised retail brand development in the world”.Western franchises ...
Disruption in the first degree!
14/05/2007 - “Innovation” is a woolly beast. It has many disguises and aliases; to get face-to-face and down and dirty with innovation is no mean feat. DC Strategy. Let’s take a look at the Apple IPod. Besides being the hottest Christmas gift idea for the past few ...
The 10 key features of top Franchisors
14/05/2007 - In many markets across the globe, both domestic and international franchises compete. But what makes the market leader or one particular emerging franchise system so much better than their competitors? Rod Young highlights what sets them apartOne of ...
Breaking Taboos – How Importing a Franchise can Great for Business
14/05/2007 - The concept of globalisation in business has become a reality. Walk into any major shopping centre in Dubai, and one would be forgiven for thinking they were in Melbourne, Auckland or the United Kingdom. There are variations to some of the brands but ...
Multi-brand Strategies – pitfalls and pluses
14/05/2007 - As franchising grows in Australia so are the number of franchisors that operate more than the one brand. Rod Young from DC Strategy discusses the multiple-brand strategy.They may be disparate brands, not related to each other except they occupy retail ...
The International Challenge
14/05/2007 - China, USA, France, India, New Zealand, Japan, and Poland….how do you choose?Mention the word international and so many thoughts, emotions, issues, challenges, and opportunities rush to the surface. Which country, business model, entry strategy, advisor, ...
What Franchisors Want
14/05/2007 - The Australian franchising sector continues to go from strength to strength. Currently, the sector represents $128B in annual turnover (approximately 14% of GDP). For many, franchising is still a dirty word or associated with only with hamburgers and ...
pHence It specialising in the mobile franchise sector
12/02/2007 - The pHence It franchise is an Australian owned and operated company specialising in the supply and installation of safety and erosion control fencing to the building and construction industry.The mobile franchise started as a one person operation in ...
DC Strategy on the growth of franchising
6/12/2006 - DC Strategy recognises that, for franchising, the first five years of the 21st century are about as good as it gets, as well as for the broader business community. Since the 2000 Olympics and the release of the first Lord of the Rings film, the Australian ...
DC Strategy and Australia’s top franchises
26/07/2006 - The Australian franchise boom seems unstoppable. More than 150 new franchise chains have emerged in the past two years and the number of new franchisees joining the sector has soared. The industry’s turnover is $80 billion a year — and rising. But franchising ...
DC Strategy: franchisors must remain attractive
26/07/2006 - According to DC Strategy, periods of high unemployment and corporate downsizing create fertile fields for franchise groups hunting new franchisees. However, Australia’s current low unemployment rate and the franchise sector’s growth mean recruitment ...
DC Strategy on the franchise versus company store debate
26/07/2006 - Managing a brand that has both franchised and company-owned stores can be like walking a tightrope, according to DC Strategy.Some retailers strongly believe the two business models are like oil and water they just don't mix. Proponents of this school ...
Franchise groups should multibrand, says DC Strategy
26/07/2006 - According to DC Strategy, Foodco Group Pty Ltd claims that keeping its Muffin Break and Jamaica Blue coffee and food brands separate gives it an edge over rival operations like Starbucks, Gloria Jean’s and Michel’s Patisserie.The biggest advantage to ...
DC Strategy and super franchisees to the rescue
26/07/2006 - The 'buy-a-job' crowd of franchisees are being supplanted by business people who want to make real money.When husband and wife Ron and Donna Kerkvliet sold their Capt'n Snooze outlets in Melbourne and Canberra in 2001, they had 15 years of business experience ...
DC Strategy on the franchises that will boom
29/05/2006 - According to DC Strategy, the boom is over. Franchising has reached saturation point. The only way is down. At least, that’s what some recent reports would have you believe.When you’re thinking of buying a franchise, it’s not the news you want to hear. ...
DC Strategy on the daunting task of choosing the right franchise
26/05/2006 - According to DC Strategy, prospective franchisees are faced with a daunting task: what sector should I get into and how do I assess the risks, benefits, opportunities and potential for any particular product or service offering promoted by a franchisor? ...
DC Strategy specialising in franchising
24/05/2006 - DC Strategy is Australia's Premier Franchising Specialist group providing strategy, commercial advice and expertise to increase the value of our clients' businesses. Our specialist team has been involved in the growth of many of Australia's most successful ...
DC Strategy on franchising in Australia
23/05/2006 - According to DC Strategy, in 1980 New South Wales was the first jurisdiction in Australia to challenge the time-honoured principles of freedom and sanctity of contract – that contracts entered into freely and voluntarily cannot be challenged on the basis ...
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