Types of Alliances and JVs:
Equity Joint Venture:
Partners contribute capital and share ownership in a new entity.
Contractual or Non-Equity Alliance:
Involves cooperation through contractual agreements without forming a new entity.
Global Strategic Alliances:
Partnerships formed to pursue specific global objectives, often involving shared research, development, or marketing efforts.
Franchising:
A form of alliance where one party (franchisor) grants another (franchisee) the right to operate under its brand, often with support and guidelines.