Author: Valeriia Kim

Valeriia is a tech consultant who focuses on operational excellence in the franchising space. She lives in Denver and loves anything business, technology, and outdoors.

Franchise Tech October 3, 2024

The Software Features Every Forward-Thinking Franchise Operations Leader Should Prioritize

In the dynamic world of franchising, Operations and Learning & Development leaders are constantly juggling the demands of scaling, streamlining, and maintaining consistency across multiple locations.…

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