Is there a case for putting franchise founders out to pasture when the company has outgrown its humble origins?

Offering the best pizza at the lowest possible price.

Franchising is a substantial force in the economy.

A success story built on acquiring multiple Roman’s Pizza stores.

Gross profit margin are generally higher.

Price, quality control, reliability – even health.

A hands-on approach is what it’s all about.

Wim Rothman was there at the birth of Mugg & Bean and loves every day of it.

From Ocean Basket waiter to part-owner in four franchise outlets.

Ocean Basket has been one of SA’s great franchising success stories.

Ocean Basket says it is committed to adopting new habits at both a company and personal level.

Some companies are managing to stay ahead of the curve through technology.

Franchising veteran Manny Nichas says it's a unique offering and strong support structures that will assist in achieving growth and surviving in a challenging economy.

Quality, branding and franchisee support rivals the best globally, says industry veteran Manny Nichas.

The profit potential is compelling and banks see franchises as a relatively safe bet, but you'll need some money of your own.

Franchising makes it easy, but what exactly is in a brand?

Franchisee Donald Clarkson talks about how Nedbank has helped him grow his business and deal with some of the challenges of operating in the difficult SA economy.

Franchisor support and infrastructure form the backbone of franchising and provide an ideal mechanism to reduce the risk of business failure.

In this environment, multi-store ownership has emerged to create better economies of scale.

Brand history, support allows for significant growth.

'If it’s your first business, franchising is the way to go' - Pinky Moabi, franchisee.

Diversity challenges remain, respondents cite SA’s low-growth environment as a barrier to success.