What is the agreement called that governs system protection for Crepe De Licious?

According to the 2025 Crepe De Licious Franchise Disclosure Document, the agreement that governs system protection is called the "System Protection Agreement". This agreement is made between Crepe Delicious Holding USA, Inc. and the individual who is an employee, independent contractor, agent, representative, or supplier of the franchisee.

The System Protection Agreement aims to protect Crepe De Licious's intellectual property, which includes trademarks, copyrights, know-how, and the overall system for operating a Crepe De Licious business. The agreement emphasizes the importance of safeguarding this intellectual property for the success of both the franchisor and its franchisees. It recognizes that individuals associated with a franchisee may gain knowledge of this intellectual property and could potentially harm the franchise system if they were to misuse it.

Under the System Protection Agreement, individuals agree not to use the intellectual property in any business or capacity other than for the benefit of the Crepe De Licious business operated by the franchisee. They also commit to maintaining the confidentiality of the intellectual property, avoiding unauthorized copies of documents containing it, and taking reasonable steps to prevent its unauthorized use or disclosure. Furthermore, they agree to cease using the intellectual property immediately if they are no longer associated with the franchisee. This agreement ensures that those with access to Crepe De Licious's proprietary information are legally bound to protect it, thereby preserving the integrity and competitive advantage of the franchise system.