Who is responsible for furnishing and equipping the Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchise?
Afuri_Ramen_Dumpling Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
You will be responsible to furnish and equip the Franchise.
- 1.4.1 We will furnish to you a schedule of equipment packages for the Franchise.
Any modifications you propose must be approved in writing by us.
All approvals will be solely within our discretion to maintain a uniform image consistent with Afuri franchise system concepts.
- 1.4.2 You will comply with the standards and specifications we establish for design, layout, equipment, and furnishings, among other things.
Modifications or variations require our prior written consent.
1.4.3 You will comply within a time we deem reasonable with any requirement we impose to modify the layout, furnishings, and equipment.
1.4.4 All equipment will conform to our equipment specifications.
We may require reasonable changes in or additions to equipment .
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 50–189)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Afuri Ramen Dumpling's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for furnishing and equipping their franchise location. However, Afuri Ramen Dumpling will provide a schedule of equipment packages for the franchise. Any modifications to these packages proposed by the franchisee must be approved in writing by Afuri Ramen Dumpling, ensuring a uniform image across all franchise locations.
The franchisee must adhere to Afuri Ramen Dumpling's standards and specifications for design, layout, equipment, and furnishings. Modifications or variations from these standards require prior written consent from Afuri Ramen Dumpling. Furthermore, the franchisee must comply with any requirements imposed by Afuri Ramen Dumpling to modify the layout, furnishings, and equipment within a reasonable timeframe.
All equipment used in the franchise must conform to Afuri Ramen Dumpling's equipment specifications, and Afuri Ramen Dumpling may require reasonable changes or additions to the equipment. This ensures that all Afuri Ramen Dumpling locations maintain a consistent brand image and operational standard, while the franchisee bears the responsibility for the costs associated with furnishing and equipping the location.