Developments in technology have radically changed the way we work today. Twenty years ago, the idea of being able to communicate with someone on the other side of the world via email or text message was only beginning to take root as a serious option in people’s minds.
As part of an industry worth £82 billion, tyre services businesses can be extremely lucrative, benefitting from a steady income from a large customer base of car and vehicle owners.
With a turnover of £82 billion, the automotive industry is huge and highly profitable. With the average household in the UK owning at least one car, the industry has a customer base of millions.
Jackson Fire and Security is a management company that offers franchising opportunities across the UK. The helps business and property owners to protect their workforces by complying with health and safety regulations in their premises.
The British are renowned across the world for their love of tea, so much so that it is thought that 165 million cups of tea are consumed every day in the UK alone.
As the price of properties continue to rise in the UK, many people are choosing to use their savings to renovate their current homes rather than endure the expense and hassle of moving somewhere new.
We spend a lot of money on buying clothes in the UK. In fact, according to Ariel, we part with a hefty £1,050 a year on updating our looks and keeping up with the latest trends.
According to SMMT, the UK automotive industry is a crucial part of our economy, with it accounting for over £82 billion in turnover. There are approximately 186,000 people employed in the manufacturing sector and a combined total of more than 850,000 in the automotive industry’s wider sectors.
As shopping habits change, the UK is becoming a nation of ‘top-up’ shoppers, ditching the big weekly shop for a series of smaller shops during the week. According to research carried out by Co-op, almost half of consumers don’t carry out a big weekly shop.
When making the decision to open a restaurant, lots of decisions need to be considered. The type of restaurant you start will dictate the sort of owner you will be.
Originally posted on 27/02/2018. Updated on 11/06/2019.Setting new goals is a great way for those with an entrepreneurial spirit to motivate themselves to change their current situation. For many, the desire to start their own business and become the master of their destiny is high on the agenda.
Pizza Time is a franchise that provides fresh pizzas and sides to hungry consumers across the UK. Customers can opt to have their order delivered to their door or collect it from their local Pizza Time branch.
The way Brits are living their lives is changing and, inevitably, so is the way we eat. We’re working longer hours, commuting further and are generally busier, and so it’s easy to understand the appeal of takeaways at the end of a long day.
Originally posted on 24/10/2017. Updated on 29/05/2019.Kitchens are the heart of many of our homes and people love parting with their hard-earned cash to install and renovate them. According to JKMR, in 2017, more than 1.2 million new kitchens were installed into UK households.
Many of us enjoy a cooling ice cream on a warm summer day, but research has shown that the sweet treat is enjoyed all year round and the ice cream industry is growing year on year.
The UK car rental industry is booming at the moment, and it’s a trend that is set to continue. According to the BVRLA, last year, the UK’s vehicle renting and leasing industry contributed approximately £49 billion to our economy.
The food and drink industry in the UK is booming. It contributes an estimated £31.1 billion to our economy and is the largest manufacturing sector (Food & Drink Federation). So big in fact that it trumps the automotive and aerospace sectors combined.
Most people love music in one form or another. Whether you’re a fan of country and western, pop, rock or acid house, you probably take pleasure from listening to music at some point or another.
Healthy eating is occupying an ever more important part of our diets. And, with so many healthy recipes proving to be just as delicious as some of our sweeter treats, there’s never been a better time to be running your own healthy food franchise.
Many of us Brits enjoy crepes as sweet or savoury treat. The very thin pancake is versatile and can be topped with everything from Nutella and banana, to the classic lemon and sugar.
If you’re interested in signage and the role it plays in the retail environment, you may want to consider joining a . But first, let’s take a look at the role signage plays in the retail market.
The UK automotive industry is a crucial part of our economy. It accounts for over £82 billion in turnover and £20.2 billion value added (SMMT). It employs 856,000 people across Britain, with 186,000 working directly in manufacturing.
The has huge potential for entrepreneurs considering entering it. The industry boasts an impressive growth rate that shows no sign of slowing, and is home to some of the country’s . Here, we take a look at the state of the market in general and examine five of our top franchising picks.
Behind every business, marketing strategy and business plan is a sign maker. While one of the less well-documented sectors, the sign making industry can be a very profitable industry to work in. If you’ve been thinking about becoming a sign maker, here’s everything you need to know.
If you're looking to invest in an , there's an increasing number of businesses to consider. As with all decisions, new franchisees must take the time to perform extensive research, meet with franchisors and consider exactly what they want from their franchisor.