Does the definition of 'Know-how' for a Body Brain Center franchise include information in the Manual?
Body_Brain_Center Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
"Know-how" means all of our and our affiliates' trade secrets and other proprietary information relating to the development or operation of a Body & Brain Center, including, but not limited to, methods, techniques, specifications, procedures, marketing strategies and information comprising the System and the Manual.
"Manual" means our confidential operations manual for the operation of a Body & Brain Center.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 43–178)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Body Brain Center's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the definition of "Know-how" does include information found in the Manual. The FDD defines "Know-how" as all trade secrets and proprietary information related to the development or operation of a Body & Brain Center. This encompasses methods, techniques, specifications, procedures, marketing strategies, information comprising the System, and the Manual.
This means that the Body Brain Center franchise's operational knowledge, which is considered a trade secret, is documented within the confidential operations manual. As a franchisee, you're entitled to use this "Know-how" strictly according to the franchise agreement to develop and operate your Body & Brain Center.
It is important to note that the FDD emphasizes that franchisees do not acquire any ownership interest in the "Know-how" itself, only the right to use it under the terms of the Franchise Agreement. The franchisee must also maintain the confidentiality of the "Know-how" and not disclose it to any unauthorized parties.