Can Batteries Plus Bulbs modify or replace the Key Accounts Program at any time?

According to the 2025 Batteries Plus Bulbs FDD, Batteries Plus Bulbs retains the right to modify or replace the Key Accounts Program at any time. As a franchisee, you are required to participate in this program and adhere to its terms as outlined in the Operations Manual or other written communications from Batteries Plus Bulbs. Batteries Plus Bulbs also establishes the rules for franchisee participation and compensation within the Key Accounts Program. Franchisees must also pay the then-current fees associated with the Key Accounts Program.

This flexibility allows Batteries Plus Bulbs to adapt the program to changing market conditions or to better serve the needs of its key accounts. However, it also means that the terms of the program, including compensation and required participation, could change, potentially impacting a franchisee's revenue or operational procedures. Franchisees need to stay informed of any changes to the Key Accounts Program and be prepared to adapt their business practices accordingly.

It is common for franchisors to retain the right to modify programs and standards to maintain brand consistency and competitiveness. Prospective Batteries Plus Bulbs franchisees should inquire about the typical frequency and nature of changes to the Key Accounts Program to better understand the potential impact on their business.