What must a Bigfoot Forestry franchisee do if they develop an Improvement?
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, Franchisee 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" is defined as any idea, addition, modification, or enhancement to various aspects of the Bigfoot Forestry business. This includes changes to services or products, methods of operation, processes, marketing materials, or intellectual property, regardless of who develops it.
The FDD specifies that franchisees, employees, or any other person associated with the Bigfoot Forestry business may develop improvements. However, the document does not explicitly state the franchisee's obligations or required actions if they develop an improvement.
While the FDD defines what constitutes an Improvement within the Bigfoot Forestry franchise system, it lacks specific details on the procedure a franchisee must follow upon developing one. A prospective franchisee should seek clarification from Bigfoot Forestry regarding the process for reporting, documenting, or transferring ownership of any improvements they develop during their franchise operations.