WHY TAKE ME IS RIGHT FOR YOU
WHY GOING SOLO IS COSTING YOU MONEY: THE POWER OF NETWORK THINKING
Article by Liam Brewster COO/CTO Take Me
https://takeme.taxi
Running a taxi business today can feel like fighting a battle on multiple fronts. You’re competing with large ride-hailers spreading into new markets, while tradit- ional operators are getting larger through consolid- ation. Passengers are more price-sensitive than ever in this bleak economy, drivers are harder to retain, and the admin never stops. You’re invisible in a digital world where it’s hard to stand out.
I’ve worked for some of the biggest names in the industry across the UK, Europe and beyond and now, with Take Me, I’m looking to lead the way in showing operators there’s an option between struggling alone and being bought out completely.
The reality check most operators need
Time and again when I audit a fleet’s operations I see massive untapped potential. Operators don’t realise their systems aren’t optimised because they’ve never had someone with fresh eyes look at how they’re configured. We can understand your business and help you get set up in the right way. Zonal configurations causing dispatch delays, inefficient job allocation, poor staff visibility of vehicle availability, these small tweaks create
significant improvements in service and efficiency.
Our White Rose franchise in Whitby is a perfect example. This year alone, they’re looking at 35% growth through optimisation and access to our national app, plus national account work with NEMT providers, aggregators, and councils. That’s what happens when experienced people help you see what you’re missing.
What the right network actually delivers
The franchise model gets misunderstood. This isn’t about someone buying you out. It’s about keeping your business while surrounding yourself with experts who’ve been in your shoes. Think of it as an à la carte menu. You pick what you need: central accounting teams, marketing specialists who know how to make you stand out digitally, BPO call centre services,
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experienced fleet managers, national business development teams finding new work, or senior management expertise. You only pay for what you need, at a fraction of the cost of hiring yourself, but you get genuine expertise.
Then there’s the network effect. When you join Take Me, you get access to our partnerships. We share bookings across our network, and because of our size and reputation, we have strategic relationships with major aggregators and contracts that smaller operators can’t access alone. Local businesses also gain confidence working with larger organisations, the trust and credibility that comes with being part of an established network opens doors that might otherwise remain closed. Joining our network means you tap into pools of work that were previously out of reach.
We’re also offering a 12-month fee-free period on our software for qualifying fleets, so you can experience the optimisation before fully committing.
The accountability advantage
Perhaps the most valuable element is the human one. Our franchise model creates a mastermind circle of like- minded taxi operators who want you to succeed. You get accountability, fresh perspectives, and people pushing you to achieve more because they’ve been where you are. It’s not about holding your hand, it’s about having a team in your corner who knows the industry inside out.
Stronger together isn’t just a slogan
The market reality is clear: bigger organisations are spreading into new territories, making it harder for smaller operators to compete. You can either be swallowed up or band together with independent operators who share your values. The franchise model offers a middle ground, you keep your independence and control but gain the strength, resources, and expertise of a much larger operation.
If you’re ambitious, want to grow rather than just survive, and you’re tired of fighting alone, let’s talk.
Visit
https://takeme.taxi/partner-with-us/ and explore whether the Take Me franchise could be the accountability circle and expert support your business needs to reach new heights.
DECEMBER 2025 PHTM
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