Conditions where franchising is the preferred method of entering a foreign market
Brand Value and System
Strong, proven business concept
Established brand recognition
Standardized operations
Transferable business model
Documented processes and procedures
Market Conditions
Large market potential
Cultural similarity
Legal protection for intellectual property
Stable political environment
Favorable franchising regulations
Resource Considerations
Limited capital for direct investment
Need for rapid market expansion
Local knowledge requirement
Risk mitigation preference
Human resource constraints
Control Requirements
Moderate control needs
Balance between standardization and local adaptation
Quality standards maintainable through franchise agreement
Training and support capabilities
Monitoring systems in place
Strategies of foreign expansion of enterprises - Advantages and disadvantages
Export Strategy Advantages:
Low risk and investment
Gradual market learning
Operational control
Production economies of scale
Disadvantages:
Limited market control
Trade barriers
Transport costs
Limited market knowledge
Licensing Advantages:
Low investment
Quick market entry
Local knowledge utilization
Risk minimization
Limited control
IP risk
Lower returns
Potential future competition
Joint Ventures Advantages:
Shared risk and resources
Local knowledge access
Market entry facilitation
Political acceptability
Control sharing
Partner conflicts
Complex management
Profit sharing
Wholly Owned Subsidiaries Advantages:
Full control
Maximum returns
Direct market presence
Protected know-how
High risk and investment
Resource intensive
Exit barriers
Motives of internationalization of a company's operation
Market-Seeking Motives
Market growth opportunities
Market size potential
Follow customers abroad
Escape saturated domestic markets
First-mover advantages
Resource-Seeking Motives
Access to raw materials
Lower labor costs
Technological resources
Skilled workforce
Strategic assets
Efficiency-Seeking Motives
Economies of scale
Economies of scope
Risk diversification
Tax advantages
Production optimization
Strategic Motives
Competitive positioning
Learning opportunities
Innovation access
Global presence
Brand development
How logistics affects company's competitive advantage
Cost Leadership
Reduced transportation costs
Inventory optimization
Warehouse efficiency
Supply chain integration
Process automation
Service Differentiation
Faster delivery times
Order accuracy
Flexibility in fulfillment
Customer service quality
Customization capabilities
Market Reach
Geographic coverage
Market accessibility
Distribution network
Channel partnerships
Last-mile delivery
Operational Excellence
Real-time tracking
Quality control
Lead time reduction
Resource utilization
Risk management
Systematic approach in logistics and supply chain
Integration Elements
Process integration
Information flow
Material flow
Financial flow
Organization alignment
Key Components
Strategic planning
Performance measurement
Process standardization
Continuous improvement
System Perspective
End-to-end visibility
Holistic optimization
Cross-functional coordination
Stakeholder alignment
Long-term focus
Implementation Framework
Goal setting
Process mapping
Resource allocation
Performance monitoring
Feedback loops
Technology Integration
ERP systems
Track and trace
Inventory management
Data analytics
Digital transformation
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