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Subway CEO Threatens Franchisees with Remodeling Ultimatum as Hunt for Consultant on $1.3bn Ulaanbaatar Subway Begins

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Subway CEO sends strong message to franchisees while Mongolia starts hunt for $1.3bn subway consultant.

Subway's CEO, John Chidsey, recently issued a firm warning to Subway franchisees, stating that those who fail to remodel their stores could face consequences. He emphasized the negative impact outdated stores have on the entire business, urging operators to update their locations promptly. Meanwhile, in Mongolia, authorities in Ulaanbaatar have initiated a search for a consultant to oversee the construction of a new subway system with a budget of $1.3 billion.

The directive from Chidsey serves as a wake-up call to franchisees, highlighting the importance of maintaining updated and modern store environments. The pressure to remodel reflects Subway's commitment to enhancing customer experience and staying competitive in the fast-food industry. On the other hand, the commencement of the tender process for the Ulaanbaatar subway project signals a significant step towards improving public transportation infrastructure in Mongolia's capital.

As Subway franchisees scramble to meet the remodeling requirements, the Ulaanbaatar subway project presents lucrative opportunities for international consultants. The massive budget allocated for the subway construction in Mongolia underscores the government's dedication to modernizing and expanding public transportation networks, ultimately benefiting the city's residents with improved urban mobility.

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Subway CEO tells franchisees to remodel or get out (ABC6OnYourSide.com)

Per the outlet, Chidsey told operators that hadn't updated their stores that their restaurants were hurting the entire business. “His message was clear. Get on ...

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Hunt begins for consultant on $1.3bn Ulaanbaatar subway (KHL Group)

Authorities in Mongolia's capital have launched an international tender process to support the construction of a US$1.3 billion subway.

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US Department of Labor recovers $196K after investigators found ... (US Department of Labor)

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More subway bag checks among new safety measures, officials say (Spectrum News NY1)

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Subway Caught Underpaying Employees in Multiple Locations (Newsweek)

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Hochul announces NYC subway safety plan amid rise in crime (NewsNation Now)

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National Guard and State Police Will Patrol the Subways and Check ... (The New York Times)

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National Guard to be deployed in New York City subway in crime ... (ABC News)

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Governor Hochul Announces Five-Point Plan to Protect New Yorkers ... (ny.gov)

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New York reinstituting bag checks in fight against subway crime (The Hill)

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Hochul deploys National Guard troops to New York City subway ... (CBS News)

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New York will send National Guard to subways after a string of ... (The Associated Press)

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