http://news.alibaba.com/franchises/feed/ The latest franchises news, articles and galleries from around the world. en-us Alibaba http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100004127-1-top-10-children%2527s-franchises.html 28 Apr 2009 20:16:11 GMT Help educate the wee ones--and some older kids, too--by opening a children's franchise. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100014561-1-30-years-franchise-500%25E5%25BA%2590-3%2523.html 9 Mar 2009 07:11:33 GMT The times they are a changin'. In the 30 years we've been compiling the Franchise 500庐, we've seen not only the times change, but also the world as we know it. Through it all, franchising has seen its own changes: It has matured from a viable business system into an economic powerhouse. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100014559-1-30-years-franchise-500%25E5%25BA%2590-2%2523.html 9 Mar 2009 07:02:50 GMT 30 Years of the Franchise 500 http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100014556-1-30-years-franchise-500%25E5%25BA%2590-1%2523.html 9 Mar 2009 06:34:20 GMT From McDonald鈥檚 to Subway, see how franchises have changed with the times. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100014416-1-2009-franchise-500-top-10.html 2 Mar 2009 06:48:51 GMT 2009 Franchise 500 Top 10 http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100029735-1-good-time-get-deal-franchise.html 12 Dec 2008 05:44:18 GMT In an effort to attract and assist franchisees, some systems are cutting franchise fees and other costs--sometimes by as much as two-thirds. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100005134-1-spotlight-top-home-based-franchises.html 9 Dec 2008 07:23:10 GMT Starting a structured business from home is easier when you're working with these reliable franchises. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100004124-1-top-10-home-improvement-franchises.html 24 Nov 2008 06:34:31 GMT Whether you want to put your DIY skills to work or don a suit and sell your wares in a showroom, there's a home improvement franchise that'll fit your style. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100004119-1-top-10-full-service-restaurant-franchises.html 24 Nov 2008 06:04:52 GMT If you're a foodie looking to franchise, these selections may be right for you. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100004113-1-top-10-fast-food-franchises.html 24 Nov 2008 05:25:42 GMT Want supersized sales figures? Here are the hottest food chains around the country. For more than 40 years, these quick-service franchises have proved that fast food is here to stay. Whether it's pizza, hamburgers, tacos or donuts, these tasty franchises continue to draw crowds around the world. Here are our picks for the Top 10 Fast Food Franchises of 2008. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100023655-1-3-sources-franchise-financing.html 19 Nov 2008 07:40:20 GMT Know how to make sense of the current economy and its impact on franchise funding. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/business-ideas/100022934-1-you-ready-franchise%253F.html 17 Nov 2008 05:19:08 GMT Top 10 questions to ask yourself if you're thinking of franchising your business. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100093623-1-recession-proof-franchises.html 29 Apr 2009 05:21:30 GMT They're out there, and ready for you to take the reins. It's no secret that people are losing their jobs-it's an epidemic. These talented people are simply victims of our current economic circumstances. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100071326-1-dunkin%2527-donuts%253A-recession-resistant-franchise.html 19 Mar 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100064002-1-save-your-franchise-startup.html 8 Mar 2009 08:00:00 GMT http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/business-ideas/100022932-1-chain-reaction---franchising.html 17 Nov 2008 05:13:59 GMT Get it going with this advice on opening more locations. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100150383-1-how-research-low-cost-franchise.html 6 Aug 2009 08:52:25 GMT Does that franchise concept really deliver? Here鈥檚 how to find out. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100149951-1-8-franchise-ownership-myths.html 5 Aug 2009 07:00:00 GMT As a 25-year veteran of the franchise industry and a multi-brand franchisor, I've seen tremendous growth in the popularity of franchising. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100138509-1-5-franchise-marketing-essentials.html 17 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Mandatory centralized marketing programs are probably one of the greatest strengths of franchising. Pooling funds from all of the franchisees in a system gives them, collectively, much greater marketing power... http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100135043-1-5-franchise-marketing-essentials.html 14 Jul 2009 03:08:51 GMT Look for these qualities before you make an investment. Mandatory centralized marketing programs are probably one of the greatest strengths of franchising. Pooling funds from all of the franchisees in a system gives them... http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100119711-1-spice-road-franchising.html 17 Jun 2009 07:21:47 GMT How this mom-and-pop business decided to start franchising, while keeping its independent flair. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/business-in-china/100114055-1-ibis-accelerate-growth-china-through.html 5 Jun 2009 03:22:49 GMT Accor SA's budget hotel brand Ibis plans to accelerate its growth in China through the franchise model, the Shanghai Daily reported.Gilles Larrive, vice president for Ibis' Asia Pacific operation, said the first franchised Ibis hotel would be launched in Beijing next year. Meanwhile, the company will continue to grow Ibis hotels... http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100111154-1-10-things-about-franchise-contracts-.html 1 Jun 2009 01:42:20 GMT Part two in the series of understanding the ins and outs of a franchise agreement contract, and how to protect yourself. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100098613-1-10-things-you-need-know.html 8 May 2009 01:22:04 GMT Reading the fine print and asking questions can save you from franchise calamity. Many people are turning to owning a franchise as an alternative to the standard corporate job. They鈥檙e attracted by the empowerment this strategy represents, and the control they鈥檒l have over their own destiny. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100002014-1-one-of-a-kind-franchises.html 17 Oct 2008 01:52:28 GMT Looking for a unique franchise experience? Look no further. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100016500-1-5-franchise-marketing-essentials.html 15 Jul 2009 03:09:24 GMT Successful franchise marketing programs typically give franchisees substantial opportunity to weigh in with their opinions. The ultimate decision-making authority is normally still reserved for the franchisor, but well-run funds get plenty of input from the people closest to the customer鈥攖he franchisees. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100016076-1-4-ways-boost-franchise-sales.html 23 Jun 2009 02:58:59 GMT et's look at the reality of things when it comes to franchise profits. Today鈥檚 challenge is to empower positive change in your franchise: How to not only win the battle against slumping sales, but also set an easy-to-execute strategy in place to be proactive in any economy. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100001938-1-top-10-franchises-2008.html 14 Oct 2008 05:41:56 GMT Entrepreneur's annual Franchise 500 is the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. And this year's list is just as exciting as the last. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/food/100014712-1-10-low-cost-food-franchises.html 29 Apr 2009 04:51:59 GMT low-cost food http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100001946-1-six-franchise-contract-time-bombs.html 14 Oct 2008 08:23:42 GMT It sounds nice: Pay what seems like a reasonable fee for a proven, prefabricated business and watch the cash come rolling in. If only running a franchised operation were that easy. The good news is that, with a little foresight, you can defuse most time bombs before they blow. Start by vetting the franchiser's Uniform Franchise Offering Circular, which lays out the terms of the relationship. And don't be afraid to ask a lot of questions. Here's what to look for.