Does the Key Accounts Program operate within the Omni-Channel Program for Batteries Plus Bulbs?
Batteries_Plus_Bulbs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor operates, within the Omni-Channel Program, a "Key Accounts Program" designed to address the needs of certain multi-state, multiple location or specialized service customers including group purchasing organizations, insurance providers and other large volume users with customized needs or multiple shipping/service destinations.
Franchisee must participate in the Key Accounts Program and comply with the terms of the Program as described in the Operations Manual or as Franchisor otherwise describes in writing.
Franchisee understands that Franchisor will establish the rules under which Franchisee will participate, and be compensated for participation, in the Key Accounts Program and that Franchisor may terminate, modify, or replace the Key Accounts Program at any time.
Franchisee must pay Franchisor its then-current fees associated with the Key Accounts Program.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 80)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Batteries Plus Bulbs FDD, the Key Accounts Program does indeed operate within the Omni-Channel Program. Batteries Plus Bulbs operates a Key Accounts Program that is designed to address the needs of multi-state, multiple location, or specialized service customers. These customers include group purchasing organizations, insurance providers, and other large volume users with customized needs or multiple shipping/service destinations.
As a franchisee, participation in the Key Accounts Program is mandatory, and you must adhere to the program's terms as outlined in the Operations Manual or as otherwise communicated in writing by Batteries Plus Bulbs. Batteries Plus Bulbs retains the authority to establish the rules governing franchisee participation and compensation within the Key Accounts Program. They also reserve the right to terminate, modify, or replace the Key Accounts Program at any time.
Franchisees are also responsible for paying the then-current fees associated with the Key Accounts Program. This means that prospective franchisees need to be aware of these fees and factor them into their financial planning. It is important to note that Batteries Plus Bulbs can change or alter these fees, providing 30 days written notice.