Franchise
Franchise University
Access a comprehensive ecosystem of expert-led
training, proven playbooks, and continuous support
designed to turn ambitious goals into reality. From
mastering the basics on your very first day to
executing complex expansion strategies,
Franchise University is your dedicated partner in
navigating the challenges of business ownership.
Training, Resources & Support Built for Long-Term Franchise Success
Franchise University is OpenWorks’ education and support platform designed to help franchise owners and their teams operate confidently and grow sustainably. It combines structured training with practical resources, vetted vendor partnerships, and operational guidance that support the real-world needs of running a facility services business.
Education that Starts on Day One
Every OpenWorks franchise owner is enrolled in Franchise University from the start. Training begins during onboarding and continues throughout the franchise’s lifecycle, reinforcing standards, expectations, and best practices.
Franchise University supports:
learning the OpenWorks model
refining operations and financial performance
standardizing operations as you grow
All content is accessible through a centralized platform, making it easy to learn, revisit material, and train new team members as your business grows.
What’s Covered
Franchise University delivers education and guidance across the areas that matter most to franchise success.
Business Operations & Management
Service Delivery & Quality Standards
Industry & Vertical-Specific Training
Technical Training & Certifications
A Centralized Resource Library & Vendor Network
Franchise University goes beyond training. It provides franchise owners with access to a centralized resource library and vetted vendor network designed to simplify operations and reduce friction.
These resources are curated to help franchise owners operate more efficiently, control costs, and avoid trial-and-error decisions as their business grows.
Continued Education:
Supply Purchasing:
Chemical & Equipment Partnerships:
Human Resources:
Employee Rewards & Engagement Programs:
Financial Resources:
Built to Support Growing Teams & Expanding Markets
Franchise University is designed to support franchise owners and the teams they build as their businesses grow. Training is flexible and self-paced, making it easy to onboard new employees, supervisors, and managers while reinforcing consistent service standards across every site.
As owners identify new growth opportunities, the platform provides the structure, resources, and guidance needed to scale effectively. Standardized training, operational tools, and best-practice frameworks make it easier to expand into additional markets while maintaining quality, accountability, and performance. With OpenWorks support behind them, franchise owners can grow with confidence, knowing their teams and systems are built to scale.
Certified for Excellence & Safety
Trained and certified to meet the unique safety and regulatory demands of healthcare, industrial, and corporate facilities.
Training & Resources That Support Shared Success
Franchise University plays a key role in OpenWorks’ commitment to shared success across the franchise network.
By combining education, resources, and operational guidance, the program helps franchise owners:
Education and support aren’t add-ons at OpenWorks. They’re foundational to how the franchise network operates.
