Franchises
One platform. Central control. Collections that work across every part of your network, without the admin headache.
Simplifying Direct Debit for franchise networks
Managing payments across a franchise network can be complex, with multiple payment streams, locations, and reporting requirements to oversee.
Our Direct Debit service is designed specifically for franchise businesses, providing streamlined collections, clear reporting, and expert support.
Whether you’re a franchisor collecting network fees or a franchisee managing customer payments, we help keep payments simple, reliable, and efficient.
Built for franchise success
From branded collections to secure payment processing, our Direct Debit solutions are
designed around the needs of modern franchises.
Benefits
Franchise growth
Both the franchisor and the franchisee benefit from the extra speed and reliability of cash flow that our services bring.
Marketing support
We can help launch a partnership and, as suppliers of payment facilities across the franchise, incorporate your publicity into ours.
Secure data
As a Bacs Approved Bureau, we adhere to GDPR rules in managing all data and use measures like Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to keep payment data safe.
Branded collections
Your brand identity is important, and your business name will appear on your customers’ statements, not your payment provider’s.
Having BFA supplier status gives London & Zurich exactly the insight into our industry they need to provide tailored payments solutions, branded collections and essential marketing assistance.
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A personal service, suited to your business
Every business is unique, and so are its Direct Debit needs. We collaborate closely with you to offer a tailored service that fits your systems and payment volume, ensuring you receive a precise quote based on your specific requirements.
You will find that our secure online portal is secure with excellent functionality that enables you to simply enter details for the customer, the amount to be debited, and when. This could be weekly, monthly, a one-off payment, or an initial larger payment followed by lesser instalments.
If you have your own SUN, then Direct Debit payments will be sent straight to your bank account. If your payments are processed with a SUN that we have obtained, then funds will have to arrive in our bank account before they can be paid on to you.
Once up and running, you will have access 24/7 and automatically receive reports of all transactions, including any failures and of course any cancellations, enabling you to follow up straight away.
Built for the way franchise businesses work
Master account with franchisee-level visibility
One central account gives the franchisor a complete view of collections across the entire network. Each franchisee operates independently within that structure, with their own reporting, their own payment schedules and their own branded collections, while you maintain full oversight without micromanaging.
Branded collections, network-wide
Your customers see your brand name on their bank statement, not ours. That’s true whether you’re the franchisor or the franchisee. Consistency across the network matters and we make sure it’s there.
Flexible setup for franchisees at any stage
New to Direct Debit? Already collecting but looking for a better setup? We work with franchisees of all sizes and experience levels. No setup costs, competitive transaction rates and an onboarding process that doesn’t leave people guessing.
A named account manager who knows your network
You won’t be passed around. From day one, you’ll have a dedicated account manager who understands your structure, your volume and your priorities. When something needs sorting, you know exactly who to call and they’ll pick up.
Managed Direct Debit
As a Bacs Approved Bureau, London & Zurich undergoes regular independent audits to ensure the highest standards of security, confidentiality, data integrity, and service availability.
To protect your data and collections, we utilise multi-factor authentication (MFA), secure UK-based servers, and round-the-clock system monitoring. Security and compliance are embedded into every aspect of our service, helping you process payments with confidence while maintaining operational efficiency.
Business continuity across your franchise network
Unexpected disruptions at a franchise location don’t have to impact your payment collections. Whether facing a power outage, network issue, or operational interruption, our resilient infrastructure and fully backed-up systems continue processing Direct Debit payments as normal.
This helps franchisors and franchisees maintain consistent cash flow, minimise disruption across the network, and ensure payments continue to be collected even when local operations are affected.
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