ERPA Technology Accelerates Digital Transformation Technology Is Now Redefining Competition in the Franchise Ecosystem
ERPA Technology will showcase the locally developed kiosks, digital menu boards, and digital signage solutions it has created under the TOCHI brand at the “Bayim Olur Musun” Franchising and Branded Dealership Expo. General Manager Nihat Erdal emphasized that digital transformation has become a fundamental competitive requirement for franchise brands in terms of operational efficiency and sustainable growth.
"Digitalisation is no longer a choice for businesses; it is a fundamental requirement for competitiveness."
Digital transformation in the food and drink sector has evolved from being merely an operational innovation for businesses to becoming one of the most important factors in sustainable growth. Rising costs, changing consumer expectations and a service approach centred on speed are driving franchise brands to invest in technology more than ever before.
With over 30 years’ engineering experience, ERPA Technology—which develops solutions for the digital transformation of businesses—is preparing to showcase the locally produced technologies it has developed under the TOCHI brand to industry professionals at the ‘Bayim Olur Musun’ Franchising and Branded Franchise Fair. At the fair, the company will not only showcase its products but also share its digitalisation-focused vision and the operational efficiency model it offers to businesses.
Nihat Erdal, Managing Director of ERPA Technology, noted that competition in the franchise sector is now shaped not only by product quality but also by technological infrastructure, and said the following:
"Today, successful franchise brands stand out not only for the products or services they offer, but also for their ability to digitally manage their entire ecosystem – from order management and operational processes to the customer experience and data management. Technology is no longer a cost item for businesses; it has become a strategic investment that provides a direct competitive advantage."
"We are developing technologies that deliver operational efficiency"
Nihat Erdal stated that the Payment and Order Kiosks, Digital Menu Board systems and Digital Signage solutions developed under the TOCHI brand significantly streamline businesses’ operational processes.
"The digitalisation of ordering processes, particularly in fast-food restaurants, cafés and chain outlets, reduces waiting times, eases the operational burden on staff and raises service standards. At the same time, it ensures that customers are offered a faster and more comfortable experience. One of the most important aspects of competition today is precisely the ability to manage this experience in a sustainable manner."
"We offer solutions developed using in-house engineering"
Erdal, pointing out that ERPA Technology’s key distinguishing feature is its ability to manage all processes in-house—from design to software, and from production to technical support—emphasised that in-house engineering expertise provides businesses with significant advantages.
"We do not simply develop technology to meet today’s needs. We also anticipate the operational requirements that growing franchise chains will face in the future and develop scalable solutions accordingly. Thanks to our remotely manageable digital display infrastructure and centralised content management systems, brands with hundreds of branches can easily manage all their operations from a single hub."
Erdal pointed out that, whilst maintaining brand consistency, these systems also enable campaign, pricing and menu updates to be rolled out simultaneously to all branches within seconds.
"We Offer a Partnership, Not Just a Product"
Emphasising that ERPA Technology’s approach is not limited to hardware sales, Nihat Erdal said that the company offers its customers end-to-end digital transformation services.
"Selling a kiosk or a digital display is not, in itself, a measure of success. What really matters is that the technology brings speed, cost savings, standardisation and sustainable operations to the business. We act as our customers’ solution partner throughout the entire process, from project planning to production, from software development to installation, and from training to after-sales technical support."
"A Strong Digital Infrastructure Is a Priority for Franchise Investors"
Erdal, noting that with the growth of franchise systems, technological infrastructure has become one of the key factors in investment decisions, said that restaurant, café, bakery and quick-service restaurant (QSR) brands are investing more and more in digital transformation with each passing day.
"Today, investors are not just looking for a strong brand. They also place great importance on a digital infrastructure that will enable them to manage their operations easily, optimise their costs and support sustainable growth. A data-driven management approach has now become an indispensable part of the franchise sector."
The ‘Will You Be My Partner?’ Fair Will Focus on the Digital Future
Nihat Erdal, Managing Director of ERPA Technology, stated that they would be meeting with industry representatives at the ‘Bayim Olur Musun’ Franchising and Branded Franchise Fair, and added that they would be giving visitors a close-up look at the locally produced technology solutions developed under the TOCHI brand.
"At the fair, we will not merely be showcasing our products. We will be discussing with franchise brands and investors the competitive advantages that digital transformation will bring to businesses, operational efficiency and the business models of the future. Digitalisation is no longer a matter for the future; it is a prerequisite for today’s competitive landscape. As ERPA Technology, we will continue to develop technologies that prepare businesses for the future, drawing on our in-house engineering expertise and over 30 years of experience," he said.
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Name and surname
E-mail address
Phone number
Company/brand information
Title and position information
Application and request information
Investment preference information such as investment budget, investment location, and sector of interest
IP address
Device, browser, and session information
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User activity and portal usage information
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Relevant brands/franchise providers to which applications are submitted
Business partners
Suppliers
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Third parties from whom advertising, marketing, and analytics services are received
Legal and financial advisors
Authorized public institutions and organizations
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To learn whether your personal data is being processed
To request information if your personal data has been processed
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To know the third parties to whom your personal data has been transferred, whether domestically or abroad
To request correction if your personal data has been processed incompletely or inaccurately
To request the deletion or destruction of your personal data
To request that correction, deletion, or destruction operations be notified to third parties to whom your personal data has been transferred
To object to any result against you arising from the analysis of processed data exclusively through automated systems
To request compensation if you suffer damage due to the unlawful processing of your personal data
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Portal: Refers to the website consisting of the domain name www.bayimolurmusun.com.tr and its subdomains, which brings together investor/entrepreneur users and corporate members offering franchise, dealership, and business partnership opportunities.
User: Refers to any real or legal person accessing the Portal.
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Investor Member: Refers to a real or legal person user who reviews franchise, dealership, or business partnership opportunities through the Portal, submits applications, or wishes to contact brands.
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Content: Refers to all kinds of information, text, visuals, videos, logos, brand information, franchise terms, investment information, documents, and similar content published on the Portal.
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Act in accordance with all rules on the Portal and applicable legislation,
Ensure that the information provided within the scope of membership is accurate and up to date,
Be responsible for the security of their username and password,
Not process, share, or use personal data belonging to others unlawfully,
Not perform any actions that may endanger the security, operation, or infrastructure of the Portal,
Not copy, reproduce, distribute, or publish the content on the Portal on other platforms without permission,
Not infringe the intellectual property rights of Bayim Olur musun,
Not share content that is unlawful, misleading, deceptive, incomplete, or that violates the rights of third parties.
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Bayim Olur musun aims to provide the necessary technical infrastructure to make the services offered through the Portal available to a reasonable extent.
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Make changes to Portal services,
Suspend or terminate memberships,
Remove content that is contrary to law, morality, protection of personal data, third-party rights, or Portal rules,
Request information, documents, or corrections from the Corporate Member where deemed necessary,
Publish advertising and promotional spaces on the Portal,
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The accuracy, completeness, currency, and compliance with legislation of such information are entirely the responsibility of the relevant Corporate Member/brand.
Bayim Olur musun does not accept responsibility for information provided by Corporate Members that may be incorrect, incomplete, outdated, or contrary to applicable legislation.
Before making an investment decision, the Investor Member should contact the relevant brand/franchise provider directly, carefully review all terms and conditions, and obtain the necessary legal, financial, and commercial advice.
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The Member is obliged to use personal data belonging to third parties accessed through the Portal only to the extent limited to the purpose of sharing.
The Member is responsible for all damages and sanctions that may arise if they act contrary to the protection of personal data.
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If the Member provides explicit consent and/or approval, Bayim Olur musun may send commercial electronic communications to the Member via SMS, e-mail, phone, WhatsApp, mobile notifications, and other electronic communication channels.
The Member may withdraw their consent to receive commercial electronic communications at any time.
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The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of the Agreement shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions.
Explicit Consent Text
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1. Processing Activities Subject to Explicit Consent
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Name and surname
E-mail address
Phone number
Company/brand information
Business information
Investment preferences
Application information
Contact information
Portal usage information
for the following purposes:
Conducting membership processes
Receiving franchise, dealership, and investment applications
Sharing my information with the brands/franchise providers to which I have applied
Enabling the relevant brands/franchise providers to contact me
Providing and improving portal services
Improving user experience
Conducting analysis, reporting, survey, and research activities
Carrying out marketing, promotional, campaign, and informational activities
Contacting me via SMS, e-mail, phone, WhatsApp, and other communication channels
Sharing my data with Bayim Olur musun’s business partners, suppliers, and service providers
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Within the scope of services offered by Bayim Olur musun, franchise opportunities, dealership listings, brand promotions, campaigns, announcements, fairs, and event notifications, I give my consent to receive commercial electronic communications through:
SMS
E-mail
Phone calls
WhatsApp or similar instant messaging channels
Mobile notifications
Other digital communication tools
I acknowledge that I may withdraw this consent at any time, without providing any reason.
3. Special Categories of Personal Data
I accept that any special categories of personal data that I explicitly share through listings, applications, descriptions, forms, or similar areas on the portal may be processed in accordance with the purpose for which they were shared.
I acknowledge that special categories of personal data should not be shared, and if I share such data voluntarily, I accept that I am responsible for any consequences that may arise.
4. Legal Basis
This consent is based on the legal ground of explicit consent under Articles 5/1 and 6/2 of KVKK.
My personal data may be processed, stored, and shared with relevant third parties, limited to the purposes explained in this text.
Commercial Electronic Message Information Text
This Commercial Electronic Communication Information Text has been prepared for informational purposes regarding the procedures and principles applicable to commercial electronic communications that may be sent to you by EREM YAYINCILIK TANITIM HİZ. LTD. ŞTİ., through the website/portal www.bayimolurmusun.com.tr (“Bayim Olur musun”, the “Portal” or the “Company”), within the scope of Law No. 6563 on the Regulation of Electronic Commerce, Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (“KVKK”), the Regulation on Commercial Communication and Commercial Electronic Messages, and other relevant legislation.
1. WHAT IS A COMMERCIAL ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION?
A commercial electronic communication refers to messages with commercial content regarding services offered by Bayim Olur musun, portal memberships, brand and franchise opportunities, investor notifications, campaigns, announcements, events, fairs, promotions, surveys, customer satisfaction activities, and similar matters, sent to you via SMS, e-mail, phone call, mobile notifications, or other electronic communication channels.
2. EXPLICIT CONSENT AND APPROVAL
If you provide your explicit consent and/or approval for the sending of commercial electronic communications through the electronic contact information you have shared with Bayim Olur musun, commercial electronic communications may be sent to you through the specified communication channels.
Such approval may be obtained electronically, in writing, or through other methods compliant with applicable legislation. You have the right to withdraw your approval to receive commercial electronic communications at any time, without providing any reason.
3. COMMUNICATION CHANNELS
Commercial electronic communications may be sent to you through the following channels:
• Short Message Service (SMS)
• Electronic Mail (E-mail)
• Phone Call
• Mobile Application / Push Notification
• WhatsApp or similar instant messaging channels
• Other digital communication tools and platforms
4. PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA
Your personal data processed within the scope of commercial electronic communication activities is processed solely for the stated purposes, in compliance with applicable legislation, and by taking the necessary administrative and technical measures.
You may access detailed information regarding the processing of your personal data through the Personal Data Protection Clarification Text published by Bayim Olur musun.
5. RIGHT TO REFUSE / UNSUBSCRIBE
Each commercial electronic communication sent to you will include a free-of-charge option to unsubscribe from the communication list.
You may stop receiving commercial electronic communications by using the refusal/unsubscribe links included in SMS, e-mail, and other commercial electronic communications, or by contacting us through the Company’s communication channels.
Your refusal request will be processed in accordance with applicable legislation within no later than 3 (three) business days.
6. UPDATES
This information text may be updated from time to time in line with applicable legislation, Company practices, and portal services.
Updated texts shall enter into force upon publication on www.bayimolurmusun.com.tr.
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