Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 Phase 6  Introductory Call Call with Wendy’s Leadership    Application  Field Assessment    Due Diligence Checks Business plan Presentation  Agreement Execution Onboarding    Note: The process to become a Wendy’s franchisee may vary per situation, but prospective franchisees will engage with us in a few introductory calls, submit an application, complete a few assessments, then discuss business plans and agreements.