Is Bombs Away obligated to thoroughly test new or revised specifications before issuing them?
Bombs_Away Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
We issue specifications and standards to you for applicable aspects of the franchise in our Manual and/or in written directives. We may issue new specifications and standards for any aspect of our brand system, or modify existing specifications and standards, at any time by revising our Manual and/or issuing new written directives (which may be communicated to you by any method we choose). We will generally (but are not obligated to) issue new or revised specifications only after thorough testing in our headquarters, in company-owned outlets, and/or a limited market test in multiple units.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 15–17)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Bombs Away's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Bombs Away is not obligated to thoroughly test new or revised specifications before issuing them. While Bombs Away will generally issue new or revised specifications after testing, they are not legally bound to do so. Bombs Away may issue new specifications and standards for any aspect of their brand system, or modify existing specifications and standards, at any time by revising their Manual and/or issuing new written directives.
This means that as a Bombs Away franchisee, you may be required to implement changes to your business based on new or modified specifications without prior testing. These directives can be communicated through any method Bombs Away chooses.
While Bombs Away states they will generally issue new or revised specifications only after thorough testing in their headquarters, company-owned outlets, and/or a limited market test in multiple units, this is not a guarantee. As a prospective franchisee, it would be prudent to inquire about the typical frequency and scope of specification changes, as well as the methods Bombs Away uses to communicate these changes to franchisees.