Existing Franchise Systems::
Introduction | Operating Systems Reviews | Franchisor/Franchisee Relations | Compliance Audit Programs | International Transactions

Introduction

Mezzanine and mature franchise systems have grown to the point where they must operate in more structured organizational environments, directed by one or more levels of professional managers. As the organization grows and becomes larger, there is a greater need for shareholders and senior management to monitor and control the managerial and operational aspects of its business. Within a franchised organizational structure, managerial and operational components include the franchisor’s internal systems, those of its franchisees, as well as the interfacing mechanisms between the franchisor and the franchisee. Additionally, international expansion opportunities will become increasingly attractive to mature franchise systems as they complete their domestic franchise expansion initiatives.

Northern Lights works with Mezzanine and Mature franchisors in four critical areas of their growth:

1. Operating Systems Reviews: Focusing on the Franchisor’s internal managerial and operational practices.
2. Franchisor/Franchisee Relations: Evaluating the nature and extent of franchisor/franchisee interaction, cooperation and coordination.
3. Compliance Audit Programs: Relating to the systematic process of monitoring and controlling operational compliance by franchisees.
4. International Transactions: Addressing the financial, operational and strategic considerations of international expansion.