Uber and Lyft's potential franchise model is reminiscent of FedEx's similar move, when FedEx shifted from employing independent contractors to fleet operators (Sarah Kessler/OneZero )

Sarah Kessler / OneZero :
Uber and Lyft's potential franchise model is reminiscent of FedEx's similar move, when FedEx shifted from employing independent contractors to fleet operators  —  A new ‘franchise’ model could help the companies without necessarily improving working conditions

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