Can Batteries Plus Bulbs change the System?
Batteries_Plus_Bulbs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee agrees that the Store will only offer for sale batteries, light bulbs, phone screens, key fob and other repair components and related products (or categories of products) and services which Franchisor has approved as being suitable for sale and meeting the standards of quality and uniformity for the System and are purchased from suppliers approved by Franchisor (which may include Franchisor and/or its affiliates).
Franchisor periodically may modify the lists of approved products (or brands or categories of products) and suppliers, and Franchisee will comply with such modified lists of approved products and suppliers.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 80)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Batteries Plus Bulbs FDD, Batteries Plus Bulbs retains the right to modify the approved products and suppliers within the System. This means that while franchisees must offer products and services approved by Batteries Plus Bulbs that meet the System's standards, Batteries Plus Bulbs can periodically change the list of approved products, brands, categories of products, and suppliers. Franchisees are obligated to comply with these modifications.
This provision allows Batteries Plus Bulbs to adapt to market changes, introduce new products, and maintain quality control across all franchise locations. For a franchisee, this means they must be flexible and willing to adjust their inventory and suppliers as directed by Batteries Plus Bulbs. While franchisees can propose new materials, fixtures, equipment or suppliers, Batteries Plus Bulbs has the final say in approving or disapproving them.
Batteries Plus Bulbs also conducts market research and testing to determine consumer trends and the market for new products and services. Franchisees are required to participate in these market research programs, test market new products and services in their stores, and provide timely reports to Batteries Plus Bulbs. This participation ensures that Batteries Plus Bulbs stays informed about market conditions and can make informed decisions about product and service offerings.
Overall, while franchisees have some input through market research participation and the ability to propose new items, Batteries Plus Bulbs maintains control over the System's standards, products, and suppliers. This is a common practice in franchising, allowing the franchisor to maintain brand consistency and quality across all locations, but it also means franchisees must be prepared for changes and updates to the products and services they offer.