Can Bft change the required computer system and software at any time?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor reserves the right to change the computer system, and the accounting, business operations, customer service and other software at any time.
Franchisee must upgrade and maintain the computer system and software in the Studio, as required by Franchisor from time to time, and pay any fees associated with such upgrades.
Franchisee will provide Franchisor with any passwords necessary to access the computer system and software at Franchisor's discretion.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 79–265)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Bft retains the right to modify the required computer system and software at any time. This includes accounting, business operations, customer service, and other software used in the Bft studio.
As a franchisee, you are obligated to upgrade and maintain the computer system and software as Bft requires. This also includes paying any fees associated with these upgrades. Furthermore, you must provide Bft with any necessary passwords to access the computer system and software if Bft requests them.
This provision means that as a Bft franchisee, you must remain flexible and prepared to adapt to changes in technology and software. You will need to budget for potential upgrade costs and ensure that your systems are always compliant with Bft's current standards. Failure to comply with these requirements could result in a breach of the franchise agreement.