At what intervals can Anago Franchisor inspect the Subfranchisor's place of business?
Anago Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (i) Inspections.
Subfranchisor will permit Franchisor and/or its representatives to enter the office of Subfranchisor and its training facility at any time during normal business hours, for purposes of conducting inspections including a review of Subfranchisor's books and records.
Subfranchisor will cooperate fully with Franchisor and/or its agents in the inspections by rendering assistance as they may reasonably request and by permitting them, at their option, to observe the methods used by Subfranchisor in selling Unit Franchises and rendering Subfranchisor's services.
The inspections may be conducted without notice at any time when Subfranchisor or one of its
employees is at the Subfranchise Business. The inspections will be performed in a manner that minimizes interference with the operation of the Subfranchisor's Subfranchise Business.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 62–298)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Anago's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Anago, as the Franchisor, has the right to inspect a Subfranchisee's office and training facility. These inspections can occur at any time during normal business hours.
Notably, Anago can conduct these inspections without prior notice, provided that the Subfranchisee or one of their employees is present at the Subfranchise Business during the inspection. The FDD specifies that these inspections should be performed in a manner that minimizes interference with the Subfranchisor's business operations.
This clause allows Anago to maintain oversight and ensure compliance with their standards and procedures. For a prospective Subfranchisee, this means being prepared for unannounced visits from Anago representatives to review records, observe operations, and ensure adherence to the Anago system. Subfranchisees must cooperate fully during these inspections and provide any assistance reasonably requested by Anago.