hi there,
different scenarios, for different reasons is one way of looking at it.
franchising, if you decide to franchise off, then you would look to take an upfront fee, depending on how you want to do things.
you could create a franchise area, and provide all the kit etc, then charge a more upfront franchise fee, along with a monthly percentage of turnover, ie a royalty fee.
the other way would be to employ someone, and provide them with the kit, and possibly put them on a bonus scheme per monthly turnover.
advantage of employing, better direct management of the situation, full control, and if the person isnt right then you can easily replace the person. providing a bonus scheme, will provide a sort of loyalty.
You could then in time offer the franchise to the operative, if you wished.
the latter option of employing someone provides you with an increase level of profits, whilst having complete control of how the operation is run.
therefore the decision is if you could do with an upfront cash injection then franchise, long term increase in profit then employ.
if you sub contrasct out totally, you loose all control, and possibly future business.
i hope that helps
regards
martin