
176 Restaurant Franchising
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CASE STUDY
SUBWAY:
FRANCHISE HISTORICAL AND
OPERATIONAL ASPECTS
The following description is based on the information provided
by Subway Restaurants to prospective franchises.
n Steps to opening a Subway Restaurants: 10 quick and easy
steps to the grand opening of the store:
1. Request a franchise brochure
2. Submit franchise application
3. Meet local development agent
4. Review disclosure document
5. Conduct local research
6. Secure financing
7. Sign franchise agreement
8. Attend training
9. Secure a location and build store
10. Celebrate grand opening.
(Average time to opening is about 7 months)
n The initial franchisee ...