What elements are included in the definition of 'Improvement' related to a Bigfoot Forestry Business?
Bigfoot_Forestry Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
"Improvement" means any idea, addition, modification or improvement to the (a) services or products offered or sold by a Bigfoot Forestry Business, (b) method of operation of a Bigfoot Forestry Business, (c) processes, systems, techniques, procedures, equipment or tools utilized by a Bigfoot Forestry Business, (d) marketing, advertising or promotional materials, programs or strategies utilized by a Bigfoot Forestry Business or (e) trademarks, service marks, logos or other intellectual property utilized by a Bigfoot Forestry Business, whether developed by you, your Owners, your employees or any other Person.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–162)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bigfoot Forestry FDD, an 'Improvement' encompasses a wide array of potential enhancements or modifications related to the Bigfoot Forestry Business. This includes any idea, addition, or modification to the services or products offered or sold by the business. It also covers changes to the method of operation.
Furthermore, the definition extends to any alterations or advancements in the processes, systems, techniques, procedures, equipment, or tools utilized in the Bigfoot Forestry Business. This suggests that any innovation in how the work is performed, from the machinery used to the specific steps taken, would be considered an improvement.
In addition, the definition of 'Improvement' includes changes to marketing, advertising, or promotional materials, programs, or strategies. Finally, it also encompasses changes to trademarks, service marks, logos, or other intellectual property utilized by a Bigfoot Forestry Business. The FDD specifies that these improvements can be developed by the franchisee, their owners or employees, or any other person, indicating that the source of the improvement does not affect its classification as such.