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What rights does an Atwell Suites licensee have regarding the use of Curated Solutions?

Atwell_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

herent in the early stage of Software development, and that tolerating such defects is the cost of adopting and testing new and unproven technologies. Licensee will provide feedback to IHG on such Proof of Concept Projects so that the technologies may be further developed, refined, and enhanced to better serve Licensee and the IHG Portfolio Brands. IHG may terminate any such Proof of Concept Projects upon reasonable notice to Licensee. IHG HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, FOR THE PROOF OF CONCEPT PROJECTS OR FOR MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PROOF OF CONCEPT PROJECTS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "WHERE IS".

4. Service Terms.

  • 4.1 Right to Use. Licensee will have the non-exclusive right to access and use the Curated Solutions in accordance with and subject to this Master Technology Schedule, the Supplemental Terms, and the Participation Agreements or Order Forms (as applicable).
  • 4.2 Restrictions on Use of Curated Solutions. Licensee will use the Curated Solutions solely for Licensee's internal business purposes at the Hotel and only as permitted by this Master Technology Schedule. Licensee will not:
    • 4.2.1 transmit Curated Solutions to any third party or third party network, or permit any third party to access or use the Curated Solutions;
    • 4.2.2 use the Curated Solutions, or any data derived from the Curated Solutions, in a service bureau, time-sharing, multiple CPU, or multiple user arrangement;
    • 4.2.3 copy, reproduce, store, sell, assign, pledge, sublicense, convey, transfer, redistribute, transmit, grant other rights in, or permit any unauthorized use of the Curated Solutions;
    • 4.2.4 prepare derivative works or incorporate the Curated Solutions, in whole or part, into any other system or work;

  • 4.2.5 reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, decode, adapt or otherwise attempt to derive or gain access to the source code of the Curated Solutions, in whole or in part;
  • 4.2.6 bypass or breach any security device or protection used by the Curated Solutions or access or use the Curated Solutions other than by an authorized user through the use of their own then valid access credentials;
  • 4.2.7 input, upload, transmit, or otherwise provide to or through the Curated Solutions, any information or materials that are unlawful or injurious, or contain, transmit, or activate any harmful code;
  • 4.2.8 remove, delete, alter, or obscure any trademarks warranties or disclaimers, or any copyright, trademark, patent, or other intellectual property or proprietary rights notices from any Curated Solution, including any copy thereof;
  • 4.2.9 access or use the Curated Solutions in any manner or for any purpose that infringes, misappropriates, or otherwise violates any intellectual property right or other right of any third party, or that violates any applicable law; or
  • 4.2.10 otherwise access or use the Curated Solutions beyond the scope of the authorization granted under this Master Technology Schedule, the Supplemental Terms, and the Participation Agreements or Order Forms (as applicable).

Each of the terms and conditions of this Section will apply to the Curated Solutions jointly as well as to each Curated Solution individually.

  • 4.3 Minimum Configuration. IHG will provide a list of Hardware, Software, and network connectivity and configurations required for Licensee's use of the Curated Solutions (the "Minimum Configuration"). IHG may update the Minimum Configuration upon notice to Licensee via IHG's online portal, currently branded as "IHG Marketplace" (as such form or portal may be changed by IHG) from time to time as required by evolving technology and security needs. Licensee is solely responsible for ensuring its Hardware, Software, and network environment meet the requirements of the Minimum Configuration at Licensee's cost.
  • 4.4 Noncompliance with Minimum Configuration. Licensee will be solely responsible for any installation and support of any Hardware and/or Software not listed as approved on the Minimum Configuration. All such Hardware and/or Software cannot be installed on the IHG's network and must be installed only on the Hotel's operations network. If IHG determines that such Hardware and/or Software is adversely affecting the performance of the IHG's infrastructure, IHG in its discretion may require such Hardware and/or Software to be removed or disconnected. IHG will have no liability related to lost or damaged data of any kind arising from Licensee's installation and use of such Hardware and/or Software or with respect to any removal or disconnection required by IHG.

5. Fees, Invoicing, and Payments.

  • 5.1 For Core Services. Each month, IHG or an Affiliate of IHG will invoice Licensee for the fees associated with the Core Services provided to Licensee in the preceding month in accordance with the License. Licensee will pay the Core Fees in accordance with the payment terms set forth in the License.
  • 5.2 For Additional Required Services.

Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 99–486)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Atwell Suites FDD, a licensee has a non-exclusive right to access and use the Curated Solutions, but solely for internal business purposes at their hotel. This use is governed by the Master Technology Schedule, Supplemental Terms, and any applicable Participation Agreements or Order Forms.

Specifically, the Atwell Suites licensee cannot transmit the Curated Solutions to any third party, use the solutions in a service bureau or time-sharing arrangement, copy or sublicense the solutions, create derivative works from them, or attempt to reverse engineer or bypass security measures. They are also prohibited from inputting unlawful or harmful material into the Curated Solutions, removing proprietary notices, or using the solutions in a way that infringes on intellectual property rights.

The Atwell Suites FDD emphasizes that the licensee is responsible for testing the Curated Solutions, ensuring proper use by personnel, accurately entering information, and reporting any errors or failures. IHG may audit the licensee's use of the Curated Solutions to ensure compliance with the license agreement. IHG can also modify the minimum hardware and software configurations required to use the Curated Solutions, and the licensee is responsible for meeting these requirements at their own cost.

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.