PATH 02 · FRANCHISEE ADVISORY

your business. your next chapter.

 

WITH EXPERIENCED DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS.

Franchisee Advisory & Opening Support is Opening Edge Solutions’ hands-on service for first-time and multi-unit franchisees. We guide you through real estate, design, permitting, contractor selection, procurement, and construction, so you can manage costs, coordinate your team, and open with confidence.

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• Faster Openings

• Smarter Build Costs

• Corporate Collaboration

• Stronger ROI

WHO THIS IS FOR

YOUR FIRST LOCATION OR YOUR NEXT EXPANSION.

MOVE FORWARD WITH EXPERIENCED SUPPORT.

You’re investing in a business and preparing for what comes next. OES helps you navigate the development decisions along the way, working alongside your franchisor, broker, architect, and contractor to keep priorities clear and your opening moving forward.

41%

reduction in net construction costs within the first 6 months of services

30%

reduction in lease signing to certificate of occupancy time within the first 6 months of services

FIRST-TIME FRANCHISE OWNERS

Navigate your first opening with a partner who helps you understand site requirements, budgets, bids, and the steps ahead so you can make informed decisions throughout the process.

EXPERIENCED + MULTI-UNIT OPERATORS

Bring dedicated development support to your next location or multiple projects, with coordinated schedules, vendor procurement, and cost tracking that let you stay focused on running and growing your business.

THE ENGAGEMENT

one development partner.
a coordinated path to opening.

OES brings your development team, decisions, and milestones together from evaluating a space to preparing for opening day. Support is tailored to your project, your brand’s requirements, and where you are in the process.

01

Real Estate + Site Evaluation

Evaluate potential spaces, landlord delivery conditions, and build-out requirements alongside your broker and franchisor to understand how each site fits your business and investment goals. Site support includes reviewing the lease and coordinating with your broker so your opening date holds.

02

Investment Plans + Cost Tracking

Develop and track your opening budget across construction, equipment, furnishings, signage, professional fees, and other pre-opening costs so you understand commitments, changes, and their impact on your investment.

03

Design + Permitting Coordination

Coordinate with your architect, engineers, franchisor, and local authorities to move plans, approvals, and permitting forward while keeping brand standards and site requirements aligned.

04

Contractor Selection + Bid Review

Compare contractor proposals, clarify scope and exclusions, and support contract discussions so you can make an informed selection with a clear understanding of what is included.

05

Vendor Procurement + Coordination

Coordinate approved vendors, equipment and material orders, delivery schedules, and installation requirements to align purchasing with your budget and construction schedule. Your quotes are checked against your franchisor’s approved vendor program and current market pricing, with competitive bidding and value engineering before you sign.

06

Construction + Opening Support

Track progress, review change orders, and coordinate outstanding items, inspections, and closeout with your project team to support the transition from construction to opening.

CASE STUDY

One project, two separate outcomes.

On one project, OES helped reduce an initial $411,000 contractor bid to approximately $229,000 through competitive bidding, value engineering, and negotiations. After the landlord’s tenant-improvement allowance, the franchisee’s net construction cost was approximately $80,000.

For franchisees, it means your quote is checked before you sign, and the landlord’s allowance is counted separately so you know your real out-of-pocket cost.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Franchisee Advisory & Opening Support:  Frequently Asked Questions

The questions first-time and multi-unit franchisees ask before booking a consult.

What is franchisee advisory and opening support?

OES provides hands-on development guidance from site evaluation through opening. Support can include investment planning, design and permitting coordination, contractor bid review, vendor procurement, and construction oversight tailored to your location and your brand’s requirements.

How does OES complement the support my franchisor provides?

 Your franchisor provides brand standards and opening requirements. OES helps you apply those requirements to your specific location, coordinating project details, costs, and milestones alongside your franchisor and development team.

Do you work with first-time franchisees and multi-unit operators?

Yes. We help first-time owners understand and navigate the development process, and provide experienced operators with dedicated support for their next location or multiple projects.

Can you support multiple locations at once?

Yes. We review the number of locations, their development stages, and the support each requires, then agree on a scope that provides clear coordination and visibility across your projects.

When should I bring OES into the process?

Ideally, before committing to a site or finalizing build-out obligations, when development input can help inform your decisions. OES can also join during design, permitting, or construction, with support tailored to your current stage.

Can you help if my project is already underway?

Yes. OES reviews your current plans, budget, schedule, and outstanding decisions to identify priorities and coordinate next steps with your project team. The support available depends on the project’s status and agreed scope.

Do you work alongside my existing broker, architect, and contractor?

Yes. OES connects the work of your broker, architect, engineers, contractor, vendors, and franchisor. We provide development coordination and guidance while each professional retains responsibility for their services.

Do you help with site selection and lease review?

Yes. We help evaluate the location, review the lease, and coordinate with your broker so your opening date holds. Your broker and attorney keep responsibility for their services.

Can you help compare bids and review change orders?

Yes. OES compares proposals, clarifies scope and exclusions, and reviews proposed changes with your project team. We help you understand the cost and schedule implications so you can make informed decisions.

How much do your services cost?

Fees depend on the services required, project complexity, number of locations, and engagement duration. Following an initial consultation and scope review, OES provides a proposal outlining services and fees.

How long does the engagement last?

The engagement follows your project needs and agreed scope. OES can support you from site evaluation through opening or assist with specific development stages, with continued support available for additional locations.

FREE CONSULT

Your next opening starts with a conversation.

Whether you’re growing a franchise system, a family-owned or company-owned brand, or opening your next location, let’s talk about your goals and how OES can help you move forward.

THE DEVELOPMENT TIMELINE

Development/Sales → Award → Real Estate → Design → Permitting → Construction → Opening

Engage us at any point on this line, from shaping your franchise sales pipeline through opening day. Work with us a la carte on a single phase, or as your full-service partner start to finish. Either way, you're aligning with a team you can grow with long after this project wraps.

30-Minutes focused on your goals
Tell us where you are in the development process and what you want to accomplish.

No cost, no obligation
Explore how OES can support your project or development pipeline.

Practical insights from experienced partners
Get a clear perspective on your next steps.

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Faster openings.
Smarter COSTS.
Stronger ROI.

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Franchisors and growing brands: pipeline visibility and vendor accountability.
Franchisees: faster openings, smarter build costs, closer corporate process, stronger ROI.

 

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