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According to the All Team FDD, can the 'System' be modified by ATFC?

All_Team Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

FRANCHISEE understands and agrees that due to changes in competitive circumstances, presently unforeseen changes in the needs of customers, and/or presently unforeseen technological innovations, the Systems may need to undergo changes in order that it best serve the interests of the FRANCHISEE, ATFC and the franchise system. Accordingly, the FRANCHISEE expressly understands and agrees that ATFC may from time to time change the components of the Systems, including, but not limited to, altering the computer system including software and hardware, services, methods, standards, form, policies and procedures of the Systems; adding to, deleting from, or modifying those products and services which the Agency is authorized to offer; and, changing, improving or modifying the Marks and making changes to the Manual. Such changes may be sent to FRANCHISEE by supplemental bulletins, notices or by e-mail (the "Supplements"), all of which are a part of the Manual. Subject to the other provisions of this Agreement, FRANCHISEE expressly agrees to abide by any such modifications, changes, additions, deletions and alterations and acknowledge that such modifications, changes, additions, deletions and alterations will require further expenditures by FRANCHISEE. Further, FRANCHISEE agrees to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate changes including but not limited to computer purchase and leases and software license agreements and maintenance agreements. Changes in software programs or other changes in the System will require FRANCHISEE to upgrade its computer system and incur costs in obtaining other or additional computer hardware, equipment, and software. ATFC agrees to impose such requirements and changes in a reasonable, non-discriminatory manner among other franchisees.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 33–34)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to All Team's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, ATFC has the authority to modify the System. The FDD states that due to competitive changes, customer needs, or technological innovations, ATFC may need to change the components of the Systems.

Specifically, All Team can alter the computer system (including software and hardware), services, methods, standards, forms, policies, and procedures. They can also add to, delete from, or modify the products and services the agency is authorized to offer, and change, improve, or modify the Marks and make changes to the Manual. These changes will be communicated through supplemental bulletins, notices, or email, which become part of the Manual.

The franchisee must comply with these changes, additions, deletions, and alterations, and acknowledges that these may require further expenditures. Franchisees may need to execute documents to effectuate changes, including those related to computer purchases, leases, and software license agreements. All Team agrees to impose such requirements and changes in a reasonable, non-discriminatory manner among other franchisees.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.