Does Azal Coffee specify the sources of supply for signs that are necessary to develop the Franchise Business?
Azal_Coffee Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
All advertising by you in any medium, including signage, must be factual and dignified, must conform to our standards and specifications, and to the highest standards of ethical advertising practice, and must be approved by us in writing before it is used. You must submit to us for approval all marketing and promotion materials, including signage, prepared by you for the Franchise Business and not prepared by or previously approved by us. These materials must be submitted at least thirty (30) days before use. If we do not approve advertising submitted to us in writing within the thirty (30) day period, the advertising shall be deemed disapproved. We have the right to disapprove the use of any advertising materials by you at any time. You must discontinue the use of advertising materials immediately on receipt of our written notice, even if we previously approved the use of advertising materials. You must not use any advertising materials not approved by us. You agree to refrain from any business or advertising that may be injurious to our business, or the goodwill associated with the Franchise Marks and Franchise Systems and other Stores.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 51)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
The 2024 Azal Coffee Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) does not specify approved suppliers for signs. However, the FDD states that all signage must conform to Azal Coffee's standards and specifications and must be approved in writing before being used. Franchisees must submit all marketing and promotion materials, including signage, to Azal Coffee for approval at least 30 days before use. If Azal Coffee does not approve the submitted advertising in writing within the 30-day period, the advertising is deemed disapproved.
Azal Coffee retains the right to disapprove the use of any advertising materials at any time, even if previously approved. Franchisees must immediately discontinue the use of advertising materials upon receipt of written notice from Azal Coffee. Franchisees are prohibited from using any advertising materials not approved by Azal Coffee.
Given this approval process, a prospective franchisee should ask Azal Coffee for a list of pre-approved sign vendors or detailed specifications that any vendor must meet to ensure compliance with brand standards. Understanding these requirements is crucial for managing costs and ensuring a consistent brand image.