Building Better Franchise Relationships and Better Buildings

When a franchisee joins a corporation, each partner has a goal in mind. Both sides, of course, are looking to build a successful enterprise. But the very first project – building and designing the franchisee’s facility – can sometimes set the partnership off to a rocky start. Ideas of what success means and how to get there often differ. As with any new relationship, compromises must be made.

Choosing the right architecture, design and engineering teams can be critical in maintaining the right balance between franchisee and franchiser expectations, ensuring that both the brand and bottom line are respected. Here are four considerations you should take in order to create a thriving space and maintain a harmonious relationship throughout the building process.

Add an Unbiased Third WheelWhen designing a new franchise facility, balancing the values of the corporate office with the needs of the franchisee can be a challenge. Enlisting an experienced design firm to work on the project…