When it comes to setting up a retail business, the old adage “location, location, location” couldn’t be more accurate. Retail Site selection is akin to laying the foundation of a house. Get it right, and you pave the way for a thriving business that attracts customers effortlessly; get it wrong, and you might find yourself ..read more

At the most recent BDC Performance Operations Performance eXchange, leaders from franchise systems across Australia had an opportunity to sit down and discuss challenges in their current franchise systems. In our most recent meeting, there was a clear focus on two current areas of challenge, franchisee engagement and performance. The first was Franchisee Engagement, where ..read more

BDC Partners is thrilled to introduce Benjamin & Benjamin insurance broker into our suite of businesses as a key member of our Collective. We firmly believe that success depends on fostering connections and networking effectively. That’s why our extended network comprises a diverse range of businesses. We are excited to be able to introduce Benjamin ..read more

In the realm of franchising, the path to success is often paved with challenges, particularly when it comes to franchise recruitment. Many franchisors find themselves grappling with the same issues—lacklustre leads, stagnant pipelines, and a struggle to stand out in a crowded market. However, one franchisor’s journey serves as a testament to the power of ..read more

Over the last 4 weeks, I’ve been undertaking deep research into the franchise and retail industry as part of our launch of the BDC investment group to confirm what we believe is true. To say it is would be an understatement. There are 2,569,000 businesses registered for GST in Australia (ABS) on average there are ..read more

At our BDC Executive Group March meeting the topic of recruitment and more specifically re-sales of existing units were discussed in detail. Led by David Lindsay, Director of BDC Franchise Recruitment at BDC Partners, the conversation pivoted around Why Franchising is a People Business. Below are the observations and key talking points. In the world ..read more

Franchisors should be well aware by now that the amendments to the Unfair Contract Terms regimehave been in effect since 9 November 2023. As previously touched on by us, these changes haveserious implications, especially for Franchisors, because, as identified by the ACCC, it has not beenuncommon for Franchise Agreements to be riddled with unfair contract ..read more

As highlighted in our preliminary report summary published on our blog earlier this week, theIndependent Review of the Franchising Code of Code of Conduct (“Review’) was released on the 8February 2024. For those who missed our first brief summary of the Review, you can access our bloghere: Preliminary Summary Of The Independent Review Of The ..read more

In Franchising, success hinges on astute decision-making and staying ahead of market trends. Therole of the CEO is pivotal in driving sustainable growth and fostering a culture of innovation withinorganisations. Peer-to-peer learning is a strategic tool for CEO’s, enabling them to tap into collectivewisdom, expand their knowledge base, and nurture transformative leadership skills. By activelyengaging ..read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment, time is of the essence. The adage “time is money” rings particularly true where each day a position remains vacant translates to potential productivity losses and increased strain on existing staff. Hence, understanding the dynamics of time to hire – the duration it takes to fill a vacant position ..read more