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Evaluating the effectiveness of franchise in tourism

open access: yesMATEC Web of Conferences, 2017
Russian tourism industry is going through hard time. Devaluation of Russian ruble and bankruptcy of several major tour operators caused customers mistrust. Market players are forced to unite, consolidate.
Ganebnykh Elena   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Seeds of change: The impact of Ethiopia's direct seed marketing approach on smallholders' seed purchases and productivity

open access: yesAmerican Journal of Agricultural Economics, EarlyView.
Abstract While multiple factors explain low adoption rates of improved varieties by small‐scale farmers in sub‐Saharan Africa, a key supply‐side constraint is the limited availability of seed embodying new traits in the volume, quality, price, and timeliness required by farmers. This constraint is partly attributable to classical failures in the market
Dawit Mekonnen   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Business networks and new distribution methods: the spread of franchises in Spain

open access: yesCybergeo, 1999
Over the last few years, the phenomenon of the franchise as a new way of doing business has seen a notable increase in Spain, with year on year growth rates of around 40%.
Agustín Gámir, Ricardo Méndez
doaj   +1 more source

Franchising Model for Expansion of the International Travel Business [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
The hotel sector of the travel industry is the leader according to the indicator of economic growth, which is observed in both developed and developing countries.
Falko, Yelina A.   +3 more
core   +2 more sources

Knowledge transfer and isomorphism in franchise networks [PDF]

open access: yesInternational Journal of Hospitality Management, 2017
Abstract This study draws on institutional and organisational learning theories to evaluate how knowledge transfer (KT) practices contribute to the development of isomorphism in franchise networks. It also analyses how the characteristics of franchise partners influence this process.
Brookes, Maureen, Altinay, Levent
openaire   +2 more sources

The rain feels different under the same umbrella: Experiences with poverty across LGBTQ subgroups

open access: yesAmerican Journal of Community Psychology, EarlyView.
Abstract Population‐based survey data have demonstrated that LGBTQ communities report varying rates of economic insecurity, yet very little research directly assesses how pathways into and experiences with poverty look different among subgroups at the intersections of sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI).
Bianca D. M. Wilson, Lillian Nguyen
wiley   +1 more source

Developing and measuring healthcare capacity and quality in Burundi: LifeNet International’s horizontal conversion franchise model

open access: yesChristian Journal for Global Health, 2016
In a departure from traditional “vertical” healthcare interventions in low-resource settings that work to combat a single specific health issue, LifeNet International (LN) uses a horizontal conversion franchise to develop and measure healthcare capacity ...
Michael F Brooks, Maggie Ehrenfried
doaj   +1 more source

Carsey Perspectives: Local Owners Driving Lasting Solutions, An Innovative Model for International Development and Poverty Alleviation [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
In this perspectives brief, authors Ilona Drew, Fiona Wilson, Bill Maddocks discuss a case study that was examined as part of the Social Sector Franchise Initiative (SSFI), a project of the Center for Social Innovation and Enterprise at the University of
Drew, Ilona   +2 more
core   +1 more source

Using photovoice to understand community perceptions of firearm risks and protective factors among Asian Americans

open access: yesAmerican Journal of Community Psychology, EarlyView.
Abstract This study used photovoice methodology to explore Asian Americans' perspectives on the root causes and protective factors of firearm violence in their communities. Photovoice provided a participatory platform for community members to document lived experiences and identify priorities for change.
Tsu‐Yin Wu   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The role of AI in the Croatian franchise sector: Adoption patterns and perceived benefits

open access: yesEkonomski Vjesnik
Purpose: This research delves into the intersection of franchising and AI adoption in Croatia, with the aim of comprehending how AI technologies are harnessed to bolster business strategies and competitiveness within the franchise sector.
Ljiljana Kukec
doaj   +1 more source

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