What is the current annual fee for the Learning Management System license for a Carvel franchise?
Carvel Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee1, 4 | Amount | Date Due | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| We may require you to pay the training fee again for the rescheduled training. | |||
| Learning Management System License Fee | The then-current fee. Currently, $170 per year. | As incurred | We may require you to license an electronic learning management system (the “Learning Management System”) to participate in certain required training programs and access the Manuals. We may require you to pay this fee to us, an affiliate, or a third-party vendor. We may change this fee in any year by no more than the Allowed Adjustment. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 31–42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Carvel's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees may be required to license an electronic learning management system to participate in required training programs and access the manuals. The then-current annual fee for the Learning Management System License is $170. This fee may be paid to Carvel, an affiliate, or a third-party vendor.
Carvel reserves the right to adjust this fee annually, but any increase is subject to an 'Allowed Adjustment,' which is not defined in this excerpt. This means the franchisee should anticipate paying $170 per year but should also be prepared for potential increases. It is important to note that this fee is incurred as needed, implying it is tied to specific training requirements or access to manuals during the franchise term.
Prospective Carvel franchisees should clarify with the franchisor what the 'Allowed Adjustment' is, how frequently the fee has been adjusted in the past, and what factors influence these adjustments. Understanding the potential for fee increases is crucial for accurate financial planning. Franchisees should also confirm whether the fee is paid directly to Carvel or to a third-party vendor, as this may affect payment procedures.