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To franchise or not to franchise: An analysis of decision rights and organizational form shares

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  • Michael, Steven C., 1996. "To franchise or not to franchise: An analysis of decision rights and organizational form shares," Journal of Business Venturing, Elsevier, vol. 11(1), pages 57-71, January.
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