Franchising - The Licensing Of Trademarks And Methods Of Doing Business
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Franchising: Licensing Trademarks and Business Methods
Overview
Franchising is a business model where companies license their trademarks and operating methods. With royalty fees as a primary income source, this concept has been around since the 1850s. Early examples include the bars in New South Wales, where agreements with breweries laid the groundwork for modern franchises. The telegraph system and exclusive car dealership agreements are other historical precedents.
Understanding Franchising
Franchising encompasses various business relationships and doesn't always align strictly with legal definitions. For instance, in appliance maintenance franchises, manufacturers outsource services to other parties, blurring lines between outsourcing and franchising.
Franchise Agreements
A franchise agreement is crucial, establishing the legal bond between parties to facilitate selling products or services through licensed individuals. These agreements outline operational territories but often restrict complete control. While U.S. franchising adheres to state and federal laws, it doesn’t require federal registration. However, the Federal Trade Commission mandates a Uniform Franchise Offering Circular for transparency in transactions.
Economic Impact
If U.S. franchise sales were considered a national product, they could rank as the world’s 7th largest economy, according to the Financial Times.
Evolution of Franchise Businesses
Franchise-based restaurants have spearheaded the franchise boom since the 1930s, starting with traditional sit-down spots like Howard Johnson's, followed by McDonald's in the 1950s. This wave transformed the U.S. into a franchise hub, where independent proprietorships have become rare.
This structured approach ensures that franchising continues to play a pivotal role in the business landscape, offering opportunities and challenges alike for entrepreneurs and large corporations.
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