Under what circumstances can Augusta Lawn Care revoke approval of a supplier or distributor?
Augusta_Lawn_Care Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ve work and time, and are considered confidential information. Therefore, we do not make our standards and specifications or our other criteria for supplier or distributor approval available to you or suppliers.
- (d) Modifications. We may modify our specifications and standards for any item or revoke our approval of any supplier or distributor who fails to adhere to our quality standards or other requirements. We may limit the number of potential suppliers that we consider for approval and, for some categories of products, we may designate a third-party or ourselves as an exclusive supplier.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 44–184)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Augusta Lawn Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Augusta Lawn Care may revoke approval of a supplier or distributor under specific circumstances. Augusta Lawn Care may modify its specifications and standards for any item or revoke its approval of any supplier or distributor who fails to adhere to its quality standards or other requirements. Augusta Lawn Care also reserves the right to change the list of approved suppliers from time to time, in its sole and absolute discretion.
Furthermore, Augusta Lawn Care may, from time to time, revoke its approval of particular items, services, products, or suppliers if Augusta Lawn Care determines, in its sole and absolute discretion. Upon receiving notice of such revocation, the franchisee must cease offering, selling, or using any disapproved item, products, or services and immediately stop purchasing from any disapproved supplier.
These stipulations mean that as an Augusta Lawn Care franchisee, you are subject to Augusta Lawn Care's control over your supply chain. Augusta Lawn Care can change approved suppliers and products, and you must comply with these changes. This could impact your costs and potentially disrupt your business if a previously approved supplier is suddenly removed. It is important to maintain open communication with Augusta Lawn Care and stay informed about any changes to the approved supplier list to minimize potential disruptions.