How many total B Bops outlets were operating at the end of 2022?
B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| Company-Owned | 2022 | 9 | 10 | 1 |
| 2023 | 10 | 10 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 10 | 10 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 11 | 12 | 1 |
| 2023 | 12 | 12 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 50–52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the end of 2022, there were a total of 12 B Bops outlets operating. This total comprises both franchised and company-owned locations. Specifically, 2 of these outlets were franchised, while the remaining 10 were company-owned.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides a snapshot of the B Bops system's size and composition. Understanding the ratio of franchised to company-owned stores can offer insights into the franchisor's business model and growth strategy. For instance, a higher number of company-owned stores might indicate a greater degree of control and investment by the franchisor in the brand's operations.
Prospective franchisees should consider these figures in conjunction with other data in the FDD, such as outlet openings, closures, and transfers, to gain a comprehensive understanding of the B Bops franchise system's performance and stability. Analyzing trends over multiple years can reveal valuable information about the brand's growth trajectory and the success rates of its franchisees.