Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about the franchising, restaurant and food services industry. An executive summary is a short but powerful document that ...

Restaurant development involves planning details for many practical issues instead of just choosing a style of cuisine. Choosing whether a restaurant focuses on upscale, casual or fast food is ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When it comes to writing a business plan, one style does not fit all. Different industries require different plans. A retailer isn’t much ...