Is the Craters & Freighters Proprietary Software the exclusive method for submitting royalty reports?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor will develop, maintain, and grant Franchisee the right to use Franchisor's proprietary operating software ("Proprietary Software").
The Proprietary Software will be the central platform the Franchised Business uses to process customer jobs from start to finish with consistency, efficiency, and accuracy.
Additionally, all royalty reports submitted by the Franchised Business will be managed exclusively through the Proprietary Software, which is also designed to assist Franchisee in streamlining operations and complying with Franchisor's standards.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 49–50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Craters & Freighters Franchise Disclosure Document, all royalty reports submitted by a Craters & Freighters franchised business must be managed exclusively through the Proprietary Software.
This means that franchisees are required to use the Craters & Freighters Proprietary Software for submitting their royalty reports. The software is designed to assist franchisees in streamlining operations and complying with Craters & Freighters' standards.
By mandating the use of the Proprietary Software for royalty reports, Craters & Freighters aims to maintain consistency and accuracy in financial reporting across all its franchise locations. This requirement ensures that all franchisees adhere to the same reporting standards, making it easier for Craters & Freighters to monitor and manage royalty payments.