Last week we discussed rogue franchisees and the potential problems that could arise when a franchisee decides to go off on their own. We also discussed the importance of brand consistency, why consumers depend on it, and why it is smart business. Your business has worked hard to maintain the… Read More
The rogue franchisee might start off as a small annoyance, but this scenario almost always spirals into a much bigger issue that ends in brand inconsistency and loss of customer loyalty. We frequently stress the importance of brand consistency here on the Action Card blog because that is what creates… Read More
In a recent post here on the Action Card blog, we covered the importance of brand consistency. That means especially as you’re growing, remember not to bite off more than you can chew. Because consistency is the goal, be sure there is room to maintain your efforts. If you’ve got… Read More
Field visits can and should be more than addressing the latest sales promotion or signage change. This is another opportunity for management to reinforce the company culture through thoughtful dialogue and support. This can be a time to lend an ear, get a feeling for the vibe of the workplace… Read More
If you’re a field manager with your nose against the proverbial glass, dreaming of all the ways Action Card will make your life better, this one is for you. Action Card was built to make your life easier and we’re taking it one step further and giving you the information… Read More
Oh, the plight of the field manager. Currently, field visits aimed at maintaining brand consistency and ensuring compliance are, well…a nightmare. The list seems never ending -signage, menu boards, promotions, campaigns -and it goes on. Then, there are the stacks of notes, paper score sheets and information from endless email… Read More
Action Card has made life a lot easier for many organizations: speeding up the compliance, inspection process, making reviews easier to conduct, and most importantly, facilitating the collaboration of all levels of management. We take pride in our work and value every opportunity to grow and develop our product. In our… Read More
Last week on the blog we talked about the importance of brand consistency. We know why it’s vital, now let’s discuss the following a solid brand can generate and what these brand ambassadors mean for your organization. We’re… Read More
We’ve all had that boss, the helicopter of the office, looking over every shoulder. Do you have them in your mind’s eye? We’re willing to bet that even the memory of them is a bit annoying. That being… Read More
Volano’s Rod Smith and Don Stavneak: “Don’t undervalue your product” June 9, 2015 Ryan Pendell Silicon Prairie News In 2007, Rod Smith and Don Stavneak started Volano Software, a custom software development company. In 2012, they developed their first stand-alone product,Steelwool. They learned a lot from the experience. “One of… Read More