Besides providing written specifications and approving or disapproving a proposed location, what other obligations does Azal Coffee have to assist in the selection and approval of a Franchise Location?

According to Azal Coffee's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, while they may offer expertise and assistance in helping a franchisee obtain a location, the franchisee is ultimately responsible for securing the Franchise Location. It is the franchisee's duty to thoroughly research and evaluate the location's suitability and commercial value for operating an Azal Coffee franchise.

Azal Coffee's location recommendations or approval do not constitute a representation, warranty, or guarantee of the commercial value or success of the location. The document explicitly states that Azal Coffee is not responsible or liable for any claims relating to the selection or approval of the Franchise Location, and the franchisee waives and releases Azal Coffee from any such claims.

This means that while Azal Coffee may provide some assistance, the onus is on the franchisee to conduct their own due diligence and assess the viability of the location. A prospective franchisee should not rely solely on Azal Coffee's recommendations or approval but should independently verify the location's potential for success. This includes analyzing market demographics, competition, traffic patterns, and other relevant factors to make an informed decision.