Google is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 1969. 591 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * AI search is changing the way customers discover automotive brands, with research now happening inside AI assistants that name two or three brands and explain why [[2026-11-02 How AI Search Is Changing the Way Customers Discover Automotive Brands (e9697e)]]. * Multi-location businesses need to track AI visibility across all locations to understand where AI recommends their locations and how it describes them [[2026-11-02 How MULOs Can Win Customers Without the Click (ecb340)]]. * A restaurant's digital presence is crucial in influencing where customers decide to order, with 74% of diners saying it affects their decision [[2026-10-27 How digital friction is costing QSR orders before they begin (90bfb8)]]. * Walmart is opening its ecommerce infrastructure to outside AI shopping agents through its Agent Profiles and Walmart Agent Gateway tools [[2026-10-22 Walmart Is Building the Access Rules for Agentic Commerce (b1af98)]]. * Franchise brands can improve their online visibility through search engine optimization, local search visibility, and online reviews [[2026-10-15 Building a Modern Franchise Brand SEO, Local Search & Reviews (6f5671)]]. * Escapology's corporate team manages marketing efforts centrally, including local discovery and SEO, to support its franchisees [[2026-10-14 Building a Modern Franchise Brand in 2026 Marketing Toolkits (98cd38)]]. * Best Life Brands' CMO Jennifer LoBianco discusses the importance of local store marketing for franchisees, highlighting the need for a combination of online and offline strategies [[2026-10-13 Building a Modern Franchise Brand in 2026 Local Store Marketing That Lifts Sales (5a8185)]]. * Restaurants face pushback and risk when integrating AI tools, with 48% of executives concerned about managing risk, due to employee and consumer concerns over inaccuracy and inefficiency [[2026-10-07 Why restaurants face pushback, risk when integrating AI tools (d45e07)]].
Emerging franchise concept Mr. Mac's is turning the misconception of mac and cheese as a side dish into a main course, with three locations currently open for business.
Dunkin' Donuts is testing online catering orders in 16 locations, with bundle options available for parties of 10 or 20.
Dunkin' Donuts adds mobile ordering with Google Assistant, allowing customers to order menu items by voice command.
FranConnect fully integrates its franchise management software with Gmail and Outlook, streamlining processes for clients.
Millennials hold one-sixth of US wealth, expected to increase by 2025.
Fazoli's is testing voice-ordering capabilities through a partnership with Orderscape, aiming to improve the guest experience and boost earnings.
Amazon is the world's most valuable brand at $150.8 billion.
Burger enthusiasts have been flocking to MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes for more than a decade and now the better burger brand will be coming into their homes through a series of nationally televised commercial spots to air on a variety of cable stations.
An article on how to pick a franchise PR agency, discussing the importance of innovation and dedication to the industry.
YouTube is addressing brand safety fears with new policies for creators to make money off of their videos.
An article discusses a marketing campaign by Ikea and its potential effectiveness.
Google quietly purchases a U.K. startup called Redux, which has developed technology that eliminates the need for small speakers in mobile phones.
The article discusses the potential downsides of over-digitalization and its impact on customer experience, but is not relevant to franchising or multi-unit operations.
Marketing experts share six tips for making a big impact in new locations, including sampling products and leveraging social media.
Brands and marketers focus on connected devices, with Amazon's Alexa and Google Home gaining traction.
The article discusses Millennial data mining and social media habits, but is not relevant to franchising or multi-unit operations.
Studies suggest over-digitalization can lead to negative effects on mental and physical health, and that a digital detox may be beneficial.
The article discusses emerging technologies and their impact on franchise operations, but is not relevant to franchising or multi-unit operations.
Working for enterprise level companies in the past taught me a great deal about what I do.
The franchise sales process has remained largely unchanged over the years, with limited changes driven by stronger franchise disclosure requirements and free franchise information.
Hao Lam, an immigrant and owner of Best in Class Education Center, contributes to the U.S. economy.
Virtual reality (VR) is getting more real every day as new uses for it are discovered and tested.
Google identifies Wild Birds Unlimited as a 'sleeping giant' and offers an exclusive brand accelerator program to help the brand grow and transform its business using Google advertising.
Google Analytics can be optimized for franchise development by following 10 tips, including checking referral sources and monitoring user behavior.