How often may Black Bear Diner establish new technology standards for the system?
Black_Bear_Diner Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor and Franchisee agree that changes to technology are dynamic and are not predictable within the term of this Agreement. Franchisee agrees that Franchisor may establish from time-to-time in the Manual or otherwise in writing reasonable new standards for the implementation of technology in the System. Franchisee agrees to comply with any reasonable new standard for technology that is developed by Franchisor.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 56–243)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Black Bear Diner Franchise Disclosure Document, the frequency with which Black Bear Diner may establish new technology standards for its franchise system is not predictable within the term of the agreement. However, Black Bear Diner retains the right to introduce new technology standards from time to time.
Specifically, the franchise agreement states that changes to technology are dynamic and not predictable. As such, Black Bear Diner may periodically establish new standards for technology implementation within the system. These standards will be communicated in writing, either through the manual or other written means.
For a prospective franchisee, this means that you must be prepared to adopt new technology as Black Bear Diner deems necessary. While the frequency of these changes is not fixed, franchisees are obligated to comply with any reasonable new technology standards that Black Bear Diner develops. This could involve investments in new hardware, software, or other technological upgrades to remain compliant with the Black Bear Diner system standards.