Page 8 - Malaysia Exporters of Franchising Directory

Malaysian franchising system is well structured and adheres to international
system as the industry is regulated by the Malaysian Franchise Act 1998 which
protects both the franchisors and franchisees. Malaysian franchising is well
accepted and can be easily implemented overseas.
Benefits for Franchisee
• Lower risk than conventional businesses – well known branding and
reputation, systematic operational and monitoring of business
• Complete operation and training manual ensures shorter learning curve
• Well known brands and bigger business networking
• Support from franchisor in terms of selection of location, business
management and franchise outlets management
• Economies of scale in terms of purchase of supplies and concerted
promotion effort
In pursuant to the Malaysian Franchise Act 1998, registration with mdtcc is
also compulsory for companies/businesses that have registered with the Prime
Minister’s Department prior to the introduction of the Franchise Act 1998.
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DIRECTORY
Children and
Pre-school Education
Retailing and Supermarket
Franchising
Sectors in
Malaysia
Food Business
35%
12%
12%
11%
11%
2%
4%
13%
Others
Service and Maintenance
Apparels and
Accessories
Health Care
IT, Telecommunication & Electrical
35%
12%
11%
11%
4% 2%
12%
13%
Source: MDTCC