Franchise Development Services (FDS)

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How to Franchise Your Business

Do you own a successful business operating with one or a few locations, and would like to franchise your business? Franchising offers an effective route into building a national network without requiring the management infrastructure, time and capital investment of company-owned expansion. Here we provide you with enough information to gain an understanding of the concept and benefits of how to franchise your business, and point toward FDS franchise consultants, products and services that are designed to help the prospective franchisor achieve successful national and international expansion.

Franchise My Business

Franchise Your Business With FDS

Developing a franchise is a challenging undertaking and only advisable when armed with a wealth of practical experience. FDS has a team of franchise consultants providing services to UK companies, launching their franchises, since 1981 – there is no organisation in the world with more franchising experience.

The FDS Evaluation Analysis

Do you find yourself asking the question: how to franchise my business? The FDS Evaluation Analysis is the most important investment in the process of setting up a franchise. The twin goals of the analysis are for FDS franchise consultants to study the business and its market and identify what modifications may be required to ensure its smooth transfer to a franchise concept.

Franchise Development Programme

Our franchise consultants assist in developing all the elements within a Business Format Franchise, for example the Franchise Prospectus and Franchise Information Memorandum (the detailed offer document), the Franchise Agreement and the Franchise Operations Manual. We offer a full range of superior services including strategic partnerships with franchise lawyers, accountants, bankers, territory mapping specialists, website designers and intellectual property lawyers, to name but a few.

Case Studies

FDS has helped many companies franchise their business nationally and internationally. Discover a selection of case studies and testimonials that demonstrate the solutions that FDS franchise consultants have provided to our clients.

Attend a FREE 'How to Franchise' Seminar

The FDS 'How to Franchise' Seminars represent an excellent opportunity for you to meet and hear from some of the country's leading franchise consultancy professionals free of charge. These events are being well received by people who are considering how to franchise their business.

Franchise Operations Manual

A high quality Operations Manual is a vital element of any franchise business. Without one, a franchise cannot even get off the ground, let alone flourish. FDS franchise consultants can help you create detailed operating and training manuals that will significantly enhance your franchise.

Advice and Guidance

Using over 30 years of experience in the franchise industry, FDS has provided franchise consultancy and produced definitive advice and guidance for businesses that are considering how to franchise. Read these articles for key advice and guidance:

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London House International

London House International

“Some time after launching our London House franchise, we commissioned FDS (Southern) to provide consultancy services. It was an extremely beneficial exercise to our company. Our only regret was that we did not do it sooner.”
Godfrey Lancashire, Founder & Managing Director

etyres

etyres

“Following three years of profitable trading, our business was firmly established and ready to be franchised. Finding the right consultant to help us was crucial. I interviewed several leading consultancy firms before deciding on FDS, who we met at the National Franchise Exhibition. FDS were by far the most superior in terms of knowledge and experience.”
Tony Bowman, Managing Director

LMI

LMI

"Having been in franchising for some time, I commissioned FDS Southern to undertake a consultancy work programme for LMI. The period of working together proved of immense value to strengthening our franchise system. The services provided were very professional and of immense help in enhancing our own franchise growth and development programme."
Ray King, Managing Director

Jani-King

Jani-King

“FDS have been particularly helpful in the case of Jani-King – developing its business model in the UK. I first met FDS in 1992 and we have an excellent relationship. They have a wealth of experience from a range of franchise models and a huge amount of industry knowledge. I see them as not a cost but as added value and it is an investment well worth spending.”
Paul Howarth, UK Master Franchisee

Mahmoods

Mahmoods

"I had toyed with the idea of franchising the Mahmoods business for quite a while. However, I could not find a company I liked or trusted enough to help me take the next step. I visited the National Franchise Exhibition held at Birmingham NEC and met FDS."
Tariq Mahmood, Managing Director

CleanMy

CleanMy

"When we decided to franchise CleanMy we needed expert advice and guidance to help us through the process. The FDS Consultant quickly identified our requirements and paid particular attention to our need for clarity throughout the consultancy process. As a result, I would strongly recommend FDS services to anybody serious about franchising their business.”
Ben Williams, Managing Director

Puddle Ducks

Puddle Ducks

"Jo and I sought help from FDS North when we decided we wanted to franchise the Puddle Ducks business model. We needed help developing the franchise package so that we could offer prospective franchisees a 'business in a box'."
Tracey Townend, Co-Founder

YogaBugs

YogaBugs

“We decided to franchise our business and we sought advice from FDS because they had an excellent reputation. FDS were incredibly supportive and helpful – identifying areas for improvement and suggesting ways of developing our business model to ensure we could franchise our business effectively and appeal to a much wider audience."
Fenella Lindsell, Co-Founder

SnorePro

SnorePro

“We have found all the people at FDS to be courteous, timely and professional. The work that they have carried out for us has been first class and we have been very happy with the service provided. FDS have the experience and knowledge that we need to carry our brand forward.”
Grant Stephen, Director

Granite Transformations

Granite Transformations

“FDS helped us with the strategic implementation of our second tier franchise offering, which opened an array of new recruitment opportunities for Granite Transformations. They also produced the FIM to streamline our franchise recruitment. FDS offers no-nonsense solutions, which get results and we found them a pleasure to work with.”
Danny Hanlon, Chief Operating Officer (Europe) of Granite Transformations

All Trades Network

All Trades Network

“FDS repeatedly stressed the importance of long-term thinking, and was committed to developing a business model and franchise offering that would be ‘sustainably’ profitable. Now, our business is thriving, our network is strong and our prospects are very bright indeed. If you are looking to franchise your business, you want FDS developing your system.”
Keith Roberts, Managing Director, All Trades Network

A-Star Sports

A-Star Sports

“FDS North's experience and reputation – Tony’s in particular – are peerless. Tony quickly grasped our business, market and objectives and helped us to position A-Star Sports head and shoulders above the competition. I’d recommend FDS North to anyone looking to franchise their business the right way.”
Gary Bassett, Managing Director, A-Star Sports

Sports Xtra

Sports Xtra

“I would recommend FDS without hesitation. FDS will give you a professional and honest initial appraisal and ultimately, you will find their advice is worth every penny. Paul Hague has helped build Sports Xtra into a fantastic management franchise from which we have seen the benefits of the hard work that we continue to both put in.”
Gareth Lippiatt, Managing Director, Sports Xtra

Caremark

Caremark

“For over 12 years we have received consultancy services from FDS. The advice given has been of vital importance to the successful growth and development of our previous franchise business and our current successful Caremark franchise development programme.”
Kevin Lewis, Managing Director, Caremark

CeX

CeX

“We view FDS as our long term partners for advice on all aspects of franchising, currently consulting them for international growth and can recommend them without hesitation.”
Hugh Man, Franchise Director, CeX Complete Entertainment Exchange