What is a Beehive Homes franchisee prohibited from doing with copies of Proprietary Information?

According to the 2025 Beehive Homes Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is restricted in how they handle the franchisor's proprietary information. Specifically, the franchisee cannot make unauthorized copies of any portion of the proprietary information. This includes the Standards, the Manual, and any other information or materials concerning the development, operation, marketing, and licensing of the Beehive Homes system. This information is considered confidential and is crucial to maintaining the uniformity and standards of the Beehive Homes franchise system.

The franchisee's obligations extend to implementing procedures to prevent unauthorized use or disclosure of the proprietary information. This includes placing restrictions on disclosing the information to employees and using non-disclosure and non-competition clauses in agreements with employees, agents, and independent contractors who have access to the information. These measures are designed to protect Beehive Homes's confidential business practices and maintain its competitive advantage.

These restrictions remain in effect both during and after the term of the Franchise Agreement. This means that even after the franchise relationship ends, the franchisee is still obligated to protect the confidentiality of the proprietary information. This is a standard practice in franchising, as it protects the franchisor's intellectual property and trade secrets. A prospective franchisee should carefully consider these obligations and ensure they have the resources and systems in place to comply with these requirements.