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Franchise Direct arrived at these rankings after examining thousands of franchises worldwide. The list was compiled according to an objective methodology that factored in a range of commercial matters alongside issues of corporate citizenship and best practice. Franchise Direct examined each franchise's units, revenue and market position. It also weighed in its support and financing for franchisees, as well as its policy regarding environmental and social matters to arrive at its list of the Top 100 Global Franchises.
Franchising plays a major role in the global economy, and this list highlights the franchise businesses that have best-invested in international development. Combined, they make up some of the world's best and most beloved franchised brands.
This list provides a blueprint for franchises considering international expansion. While each franchise on the Top 100 has developed a clear brand identity, they all share a number of similar traits. Each has built its success on a clear business model that's easy to replicate, a strong support apparatus, an ability to innovate and a sensitivity towards environmental issues.
Franchises are certain to play a greater role in the globalizing economy. Despite the global credit crunch, the world's top franchises remain cautiously optimistic. This list shows that franchising continues to remain a vibrant economic force in America and beyond, Franchise Direct said.
The Top 100 Global Franchises provide a glimpse inside the state of the franchising industry in the current economic climate. For instance, the Top 100 is largely dominated by the top performers in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry. But the list also shows the diversity of the franchising system, with cleaning, internet and senior care franchises represented in the Top 100.
BP's ampm was the only c-store brand owned by an integrated oil and gas company to make the list. Bill Fry, BP's president of convenience retail, U.S. and Latin America, outlined the qualities that landed ampm on this list: "With ampm you get a thoroughly distinctive brand, a history of success, comprehensive support for your business and award-winning marketing support. By combining top brands with our own unique offerings, ampm franchises will continue to lead in the convenience store industry."
Atlanta-based Franchise Direct is a portal for franchise and business opportunities. Started as a single website for the promotion of franchises in the U.S. market in 1998, Franchise Direct now operates a suite of six multilingual sites targeting North America and Europe.
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