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SWEET SUCCESS

With a strong background in beekeeping and a commitment to deliver premium and pure health & wellness products to consumers, 'HONEYMAN' continues the family legacy of dedication to enriching lives through the love for honey and bee-based products. In conversation with The Franchising World Team, Shazada Singh Kapoor, Co-Founder, Honeyman discusses in detail about the opportunity offered to investors.

Vital consumption growth of 9.3% seen in H1 FY24

FMCG and E-commerce sectors experienced an annual increase of 26.2% and 19.4% respectively, during Q2-FY24, reflecting rising consumer demand in these sectors amid easing inflation.

What will 2024 bring for Hospitality Industry

Conscious consumerism is driving a shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly travel options.

EXPLORING THE EVOLUTION OF DEPARTMENT & GROCERY FRANCHISE

In the realm of retail, departmental and grocery stores play a pivotal role in meeting everyday needs while shaping the consumer shopping landscape. Among the array of notable establishments, 24 Seven, The New Shop, Modern Bazaar stand out as vanguards, offering unparalleled convenience and a diverse shopping experience.

Revolutionizing Roads with EV Franchise

India's shift towards sustainable transportation has witnessed a surge in the electric vehicle (EV) market, with several brands paving the way for a greener future. In the realm of Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturing, brands' success stems from a visionary blend of innovation, sustainability, and consumer-centric approaches.

4 Key Delivery Trends to Watch out in 2024

\"We use Al-driven robotics and technology to maintain consistency because when we expand, the pizza has to be same, the sauce has to be same, the cheese & topping has to be same quantity and the quality has to be maintained.\"

Nayara for India

India, with its swiftly growing population and booming economy, is witnessing a significant boost in the demand for energy fuel. As a result, the fuel retail business in India has emerged as a lucrative opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking to tap into this ever-growing market. With an extensive growing demand, India's leading fuel retail brand Nayara Energy stands out as the ideal partner for ambitious entrepreneurs seeking a stable and rewarding business opportunity.

Developing skills & delivering returns

British training provider, Pitman Training has enabled 90+ centres in the UK, Ireland and internationally to provide vocational training, based on practical activity using live software. The brand has helped their students successfully complete over one million plus courses so far. In a candid conversation with Beny Sachdeva, Darryl M Simsovic, Chief Executive Officer, Pitman Training talks about the exponential demand of skills training in India and how the brand will tailor its franchise plan for India centres.

Defining the future of Leisure

Finland's SuperPark, which operates indoor activity parks in five countries is all set to make its India foray. The brand is enthusiastic looking at the unending potential across the country. Juha Tanskanen, CEO SuperPark United shares with The Franchising World Team about brand's strategic expansion plans.

Franchise 50 INDIA'S TOP LEADERS 2023

UNVEILING THE BIZ STARS: A LOOK AT THE TOP PERFORMING LEADERS

UP YOUR RESTAURANT BIZ WITH 6 KEY LEARNINGS FROM RESTAURATEURS

Embracing these principles not only elevates one’s brand but also paves the way for longterm success ina competitive and dynamic market.

INDIA'S OSR GIANTS ADAPT AMIDST LOCAL COMPETITION

Local competition is undeniably a significant factor in the evolving QSR landscape in India. Smaller, local brands have successfully tapped into the price-sensitive consumer segment, offering competitive prices and localized flavors. This has resulted in a noticeable shift of customer preferences towards these alternatives.

Empowering Entrepreneurship digitally

Jetking is celebrating 77 years of its legacy in nation building. The brand has been committed to create a better life for students with a core focus on IT training. Having trained and placed more than one million students in India and overseas, and partnerships with more than 5000+ recruiters and 10,000+ colleges. Avinash Bharwani, Director, Jetking talks about brand’s expansion plans pan-India.

New supply of retail space in shopping malls to rise 43% by 2027 in top 7 cities

The operational retail stock as of H1 2023 in the top seven cities (Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai, and Hyderabad) stands at 89 million square feet.

"Nothing comes quick in any business"

“Nothing comes quick in any business. I have learnt this after testing the waters as a serial entrepreneur,” believes Munish Ohri, a multi-unit & multi-brand franchisee for brands like La Pino’z & Carat Lane. In a discussion with us, Munish Ohri recalls about his success story and his journey so far.

How to Recruit Quality Franchisees

Quality franchisees enable a franchisor to grow and succeed. They generate higher royalties, tend to be more supportive of new initiatives, and they build great brand reputations in their local communities. Read on to learn how to choose the right partner for your brand and recruit quality franchisees.

How CDIL aims to fuel the electric vehicle (EV), power management and solar energy industry.

India’s premier semiconductor maker Continental Device India Private Limited (CDIL) recently announced a new surface mount semiconductor packaging line in Mohali. With this addition, CDIL now has 10 assembly lines that are going to raise its total capacity at the facility to 600 million units, annually.

HOW A SMALL TOWN BOY LAUNCHES A SUCCESFUL TEA BRAND

It has been observed that people move from small towns to big cities to fulfill their dreams, with nothing more than their talent in hand. These places often promise them of providing essential elements that convert their dream into reality, and ultimately lead a better life. Read on to know an inspiring story of the brand Salgar Amrut Tea launched by Dadu Salgar

BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL MOMPRENEUR WITH KUMOM

KUMON is an after-school math and reading enrichment program for children from preschool through high school. Kumon is not restricted by the barriers of language, culture or history. As more people hear about the benefits of the Kumon Method, it continues to reach greater numbers of students throughout the world. Janani MS, Franchise Partner in Chennai, Kumon India speaks to Abha Garyali Peer about her journey and success so far with Kumon

GIVE WINGS TO YOUR ENTREPRENEURIAL DREAMS

Zak Omar, CEO, Atomic Wings is a veteran franchisor. Atomic Wings operates at more than a dozen of locations in the US & is now expanding to the other parts of the world. Their restaurants serve a variety of classic American dishes. While many menus feature local favorites and twists on classic dishes, but always include classic wings with full variety of Atomic sauces to choose from. The brand offers a franchisee-friendly model which allows current restaurant or bar owners to add Atomic Wings to their menu with low startup costs, and virtually no new equipment or infrastructure. This has brought fresh branding, new life, and of course, great wings to many great bars and restaurants, making it our most popular franchising model

OMNI CHANNEL RETAIL TRANSFORMING THE FURNITURE MARKET

The Furnishing industry spans across the manufacturing and installation of a diverse array of interior and exterior structures from furniture and furnishings, to kitchens, cabinets, glass, window and doors and interior design, including flooring and picture framing. A growing trend to have the best & comfortable furniture has made this sector getting organized and brands are adapting more lucrative and feasible business models to expand their brand’s collaboration with designers, manufacturers and retailers. Getting the right furniture and furnishings which was a tough job earlier has now changed significantly due to the branded furniture and furnishing houses in every nook & cranny of India. Finding an organized store in small cities or ordering furniture online is no more a herculean task. Read on to know more about the brands offering opportunities in this industry via franchising

Are You Productive?

Maybe you think you are. I did. But to avoid burning out, we may need to think differently

BIG BRANDS MAKE STRONG FOOTHOLD IN SMALLER CITIES

While walking down the streets in a small town like Ludhiana in Punjab or Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, it is not unusual to come across branded outlets of apparels, pre-schools, salons etc. During the last few years, mushrooming of big brands in the small cities and towns pan India has witnessed an upward trend. After making a strong base in metros, highstreet fashion brands have all been gearing up for entering the greener pastures in tier III and IV cities

5 TIPS FOR RESTAURANT OWNERS FOR RUNNING A BAR FRANCHISE

The market for Bars across the globe is ever-expanding. Taking a Bar franchise is one of the safest routes for starting an entrepreneurial journey in the Bar business

Trends transforming the F&B industry

The franchising industry has always been dynamic and quick to adapt emerging trends, especially in the food and beverage space. And that’s simply because the consumer’s preferences too have been evolving rapidly

EMBRACING THE RETAIL REVOLUTION

UNLEASHING THE POTENTIAL OF INDIA’S GROWING MARKET TRENDS

MEET THE TITANS

The ‘Top 100 Franchise Opportunities 2023’ is not just a logo but an annual ceremony marking the formal investiture of top 100 monarchs of the franchising industry who have ruled the market across sectors in India and overseas. As The Franchising World is completing its 24th year of publishing successfully we bring to you our annual issue, which is also regarded as the ‘Collector’s Issue’

UNLEASHING THE POWER OF FRANCHISING: RETAIL AND GIFTING INDUSTRY EMBRACE THE BOOM!

In 2023, the franchise industry is poised for unprecedented strength, with franchise models undergoing significant evolution in recent years. In response to the rapid pace of change, numerous companies, gifting brands included have adopted innovative strategies to ensure their ongoing success

TASTE SUCCESS VIA FRANCHISING

\"Since I was a house wife and didn't know anything about running a business, a reputed brand like Baskin Robbins franchise was always a safe bet. It assured me of business assistance and establishment with more probability of success as it has assured customer base. Also it feels great to be associated with an international brand.\" Says Surita Dasgupta, Baskin Robbins franchisee. Read on to know about her entrepreneurial journey.

TALENT CORNER EMPOWERING THE RECRUITMENT INDUSTRY

Seeing the smile on the faces of job seekers after hearing the name of 'Talent Corner\" is in itself a big sign of success for the brand. The company has taken giant steps towards success in the last two decades.