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Are All Team franchisees obligated to abide by modifications, changes, additions, deletions, and alterations to the Systems?

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, franchisees must adhere to any modifications, changes, additions, deletions, and alterations made to the All Team system. The FDD states that these changes may be necessary due to competitive circumstances, customer needs, or technological innovations.

The changes can include alterations to the computer system (software and hardware), services, methods, standards, form, policies, and procedures. All Team can also add to, delete from, or modify the products and services the agency is authorized to offer, change 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 is required to comply with these changes, which may also require further expenditures. This could involve upgrading the computer system or obtaining additional hardware, equipment, and software. All Team agrees to implement these requirements and changes in a reasonable and non-discriminatory manner among all 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.