Ideas Quote by Fred DeLuca
“There may be a perception that, with franchises, they're all the same, so that limits the ability to experiment. But that's not true. We've always kept two slots open on the menu of each Subway franchise - slots that franchisees can use to come up with their own sandwich ideas.”
About This Quote
Franchises can allow creativity despite brand uniformity.
In simple terms: Even standardized businesses can innovate locally.
Key Takeaway
Encourage local menu experimentation.
Themes
business
innovation
franchising
Mood
strategic
optimistic
Type
business
inspirational
When to use this quote
- restaurant management
- product development
- customer feedback
Key Concepts
brand flexibility
entrepreneurial freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- How can franchises maintain identity while innovating?
- What limits local creativity?
A Different Perspective
Balancing brand consistency with local freedom is tricky.
