Franchising involves a franchisor offering a franchisee the authorization to distribute, produce, and sell the franchisor's goods and services for a specified period. The franchisor provides brand positioning, knowledge, and technical assistance to the franchisee. The franchising contract regulates the obligations of both parties. Franchising has advantages like established reputation and management assistance for franchisees, while providing expansion and income sources for franchisors. However, both parties also take on certain disadvantages like less independence and control issues.