Is a Beehive Homes franchisee required to provide Beehive Homes with online access to the franchisee's software database?
Beehive_Homes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
9.2. Data Management Software. Franchisee covenants to fully implement and use any third party data management software (the "Software") specified by Franchisor. Currently, the Blue Step Software is the specified Software. Franchisee will not be required to pay any up-front cost for the Software, but will be required to pay all costs of use of the Software, including licensing, training and utilization of employees, and shall maintain suitable internet access and provide Franchisor with continuous online access to the Franchisee's Software database. In addition, Franchisee shall use exclusively any call system specified by Franchisor.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 34–123)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beehive Homes' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to provide Beehive Homes with continuous online access to their data management software database. Beehive Homes specifies the data management software that franchisees must use, which is currently Blue Step Software.
While franchisees are not required to pay any up-front costs for the software itself, they are responsible for covering all other costs associated with its use. These costs include licensing fees, training expenses, and the utilization of employees to manage the software. Additionally, franchisees must maintain suitable internet access to ensure continuous online access for Beehive Homes.
This requirement enables Beehive Homes to monitor the franchisee's operations, ensure compliance with standards, and potentially provide support or identify areas for improvement. It also allows for efficient data collection and analysis, which can benefit the entire franchise system. The franchisee must also use any call system specified by Beehive Homes.
It is important for prospective franchisees to factor in these ongoing software costs when evaluating the financial feasibility of a Beehive Homes franchise. They should also inquire about the specific data points that Beehive Homes will be accessing and how this data will be used.