Franchise Development Services-Northern specialises in the development and ongoing support of successful franchise systems. If you suspect that franchising is the next step for your business, FDS-Northern can help you. With precise business diagnostics, planning expertise and full suite of franchise development tools, we have the solution for you. Our services include:

Initial Business Analysis: Determining Your Franchise-ability

Franchising may not be right for every business, which is why FDS-Northern offers a comprehensive business diagnostic to determine your company’s franchise-ability. We perform a detailed assessment of 17 key areas, and provide you with a detailed report that will allow you to make an informed decision. If you stand to benefit from franchise-led expansion, the report will outline a step-by-step initiative to help you realize your potential as a successful franchisor

Planning: Mapping the Road to Growth

FDS-Northern works closely with clients to determine what is needed for a successful business conversion. This may include securing intellectual property rights, briefing solicitors, polishing a corporate/brand image, building operations manuals, developing training programmes, honing administrative systems, determining financial projections, and producing business brochures. Franchise development is an important investment. Your time and resources should be well spent.

Development: Developing the Tools of a Successful Franchisor

FDS-Northern helps companies build and maintain solid franchise systems. For new franchisors, that means developing strategies, infrastructure and tools for growth. For established franchisors, that means offering operational upgrades, franchisee motivation programmes, and proven network growth strategies. FDS-Northern is also proud to offer comprehensive brand development and marketing services to help franchisors both new and old achieve maximal visibility in their marketplace.

Specialist Support Services: All the services you need in one place

The FDS Northern team brings added value to its clients with in-house manual and marketing writers, franchise marketing experts and franchisee recruitment specialists. With strong relationships with the North’s top franchise law firm, the UK’s premier banks, and select venture capital firms, FDS-Northern is ideally placed to answer your every franchise-related need.

Industry and Market Optimisation: Helping your franchise outperform the competition

Eschewing the “one-size fits all” approach, FDS-Northern takes an industry- and market-specific view of franchising. Applying our unrivalled experience (see below) FDS-Northern can maximise your competitive advantages and make your franchise an industry VIP.

FDS-Northern has launched successful franchise businesses in the following sectors:

Advertising & Marketing / Automotive / Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare / Business Services / Chemicals /Computer Software & Services/Internet Based Service / Construction / Creative Industries / Electronics and IT Services / Energy / Entertainment /Environmental Industries /Financial & Professional Services / Food & Drink / Information Security / Life Sciences / Logistics / Manufacturing / Materials and Engineering / Mechanical & Other Engineering / Medical Equipment & Technology /Real Estate /Retail /Recruitment / Tourism / Textiles

FDS-Northern looks forward to helping your business grow through franchising.        Contact us today to see how we can you achieve your goals.