Can Creative World School change the approval or review periods for new suppliers?

According to Creative World School's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Creative World School has the ability to modify the approval or review periods for new suppliers. Specifically, if a franchisee proposes a new supplier of operating assets, other than Creative World School or its affiliates, the franchisee must submit sufficient written information for Creative World School to approve or reject the supplier or the particular items. Creative World School initially has at least 90 days from receiving the information to make a decision.

This clause provides Creative World School with the flexibility to adjust the time it takes to review and approve new suppliers or items. This could mean potentially faster approvals if Creative World School streamlines its processes, or longer review periods if more scrutiny is required.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that the time it takes to get a new supplier approved can vary. While the initial review period is set at 90 days, Creative World School can change this period, which could impact the franchisee's ability to quickly source new products or services. It is important for franchisees to stay informed of any changes to these review periods and to factor in potential delays when planning their procurement activities. Franchisees should inquire about the typical approval times and the factors that could influence these periods during their due diligence.