How long before changes to the Standards go into effect will Holiday notify Crowne Plaza franchisees?
Crowne_Plaza Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Holiday will notify you of each change in the Standards at least 30 days before it goes into effect. These notifications can be by digital, electronic, computerized or other means. The Standards are confidential and remain Holiday's property and are protected by applicable copyright laws.
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 69–81)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Crowne Plaza's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Holiday will notify franchisees of changes to the Standards at least 30 days before the changes go into effect. These notifications can be delivered through digital, electronic, computerized, or other means. The Standards contain mandatory and suggested specifications, standards, and procedures that all hotels in the Brand System must follow.
This advance notice allows Crowne Plaza franchisees time to adjust their operations and ensure compliance with the updated standards. Franchisees should pay close attention to these notifications to avoid any potential issues or penalties related to non-compliance. The Standards are confidential and remain Holiday's property, protected by copyright laws.
It is common practice in the franchise industry for franchisors to update their standards periodically to maintain brand consistency and quality. Providing franchisees with advance notice of these changes is also a typical practice, allowing them sufficient time to implement the necessary adjustments. Franchisees should carefully review all notifications and seek clarification from Holiday if they have any questions or concerns about the changes.