Disadvantages for the franchiser

If the franchise is run badly it will damage the franchiser’s name. This may harm the sales of other franchises and reduce the amount of money the franchiser will make.

If a franchiser operated the franchise themselves they may make more money as they would receive all of the profits rather than just a percentage. However, it is quite likely that the franchiser would not have the funds available to open as many stores if it did not use franchisees.