Franchise Information Centre

Print and sign franchises have been serving individuals and businesses for years, providing consistent service for necessary signage and printing needs. With some of the best recognised names in the franchise industry, print and sign franchises are experiencing a continual, steady stream of business that keeps their profits high.

Starting a professional service franchise brings many benefits with it, including a large, varied target audience. Both individuals and businesses require professional services, such as event planning assistance for the busy, on-the-go woman or legal and will writing services for those who want to secure their future in the hands of loved ones.

The food and beverage industry is a permanent fixture in the Ireland’s economy. Accounting for 9% of Ireland's economy-wide GVA, the food and drink sector dominates the franchise industry.

With almost 1 million students enrolled in education across Ireland, there is a need for more education and tutoring businesses. The education and tutoring franchise industry has been building strong demand from a large market of students that want to learn more and parents that want their children to be prepared for the future.

Pizza is quickly becoming one of the most popular foods in Ireland today. The pizza industry grew by 6% in 2007 and is widely regarded as a convenient and tasty food option. The origins of pizza are widely debated – some credit it to pita bread in the Middle East, others to the Greeks in the first century but most to peasants in Naples, Italy in the late 1800s.

In order for business to function properly, it needs other businesses to provide essential services. These services can be as fundamental as getting the trash taken out and having the facilities cleaned to getting training for employees or hiring a consultant to implement cost cutting measures.

Computers have revolutionised people's lives by affecting the way they conduct their finances, play games and word process. They have also played a huge role in the way companies conduct business, becoming an integral part of keeping a business competitive. The huge impact of computers on society has led to the formation of a lucrative computer industry with incredible opportunities to tap into potential markets and earn high incomes.

A business opportunity gives entrepreneurs the chance to start a business that has been proven a success, offering an array of goods and/or services that already have huge market demand. Unlike a franchise, business opportunities get you started with a marketable product or idea, but you are not restricted to maintaining the brand, strictly adhering to operational standards or paying ongoing fees. However, business opportunities generally provide little or no ongoing assistance.

There are many options to choose from when entering into the financial and accountancy franchise industry, such as business cost management consulting franchises, accountancy franchises, tax preparation franchises, financial advising franchises, loan franchises and mortgage franchises.

Starting up your own pet business franchise can be very rewarding, however there are some things to consider before investing your money in a franchise