Is site selection covered during Aw franchise training?
Aw Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Franchise Training Requirements 90 | Administration | 111 |
|---|---|---|
| Rayyan's Orientation 91 | Book Keeping | 112 |
| Additional Training 93 | Inventory | 115 |
| Franchise Meetings 94 | Tax Information | 118 |
| Hiring Employees 95 | Accountant | 120 |
| Manager's Position 96 | Reports Audits and Inspections | 122 |
| Cashier's Position 98 | Franchise Reports | 123 |
| Cook's Position 99 | Records | 124 |
| Driver's Position 100 | Audits | 126 |
| Site Selection 101 | Inspections | 127 |
| Area / Demographics 102 | Marketing | 128 |
| Store Size 103 | Menus | 129 |
| Choosing the Right Layout 105 | Social Media | 131 |
| Setting up the Restaurant 108 | Email Marketing | 132 |
| F.O.H. Design 109 | Text Messaging | 133 |
| B.O.H. Design 113 | Merchandising | 134 |
| Security Procedures 116 | Pricing | 135 |
| Keys and Locks 117 | Menu Item Cost | 136 |
| Alarm System 118 | Coupons | 138 |
| Store Safe 119 | Merchandise | 139 |
| Change Safe or Lock Box 110 | Insurance Requirements | 140 |
| General Insurance | 141 | |
| Risk Management | 142 | |
| Franchise Site Security | 143 | |
| Reporting Incidents | 144 | |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 40–131)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, site selection is covered during franchise training. The FDD lists "Site Selection" as a topic covered under "Franchise Training Requirements".
This indicates that Aw franchisees will receive some form of guidance or instruction on how to choose an appropriate location for their franchise. This training likely includes information on factors such as demographics, area characteristics, and store size, as these topics are also listed under franchise training requirements.
Prospective franchisees should inquire with Aw about the specifics of this training, including the duration, format (e.g., online, in-person), and the level of support provided in the site selection process. Understanding the depth and breadth of this training is crucial, as location is a critical factor in the success of a franchise.