Every high street and shopping centre is a showcase for retail businesses of every type all competing for a share of the money being spent by the traffic wandering up and down its streets and walkways.
Wherever consumers need products, clothing, accessories, food, etc. – retail businesses will be there to meet the demand. Pretty much any business that trades its wares from a fixed location or delivers products by mail order can be classed as retail.
In amongst the high street or shopping centre retail stores will also be a whole host of businesses run on the franchise model. Some of the most recognisable high street names like McDonalds and Subway, rely heavily on franchising to constantly expand and grow their network of outlets. Full article.
