Under what condition must a Deck Medic franchisee modify or discontinue use of materials?
Deck_Medic Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
We license a system (the "System") for the operation of a Deck Medic business (each, a "Franchised Business" or "Deck Medic Business") that provides professional outdoor wood restoration and power washing services, as well as other services and products in accordance with our unique standards and specifications (the "Approved Services and Products"). The System includes Approved Services and Products that we currently designate and that we may modify, add to or discontinue from time to time, and our specifications, methods and procedures for the preparation, service, marketing and sale of Approved Services and Products by the Franchised Business. The System also features and requires, as designated by us, your exclusive use of products, supplies, warranties, equipment, service vehicles, and materials that we designate (the "System Supplies").
Source: Item 14 — PATENTS, COPYRIGHTS AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION (FDD page 33)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Deck Medic's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise system includes approved services and products that Deck Medic currently designates and may modify, add to, or discontinue from time to time. The Deck Medic system also requires the exclusive use of products, supplies, warranties, equipment, service vehicles, and materials that Deck Medic designates as "System Supplies."
This means that as a Deck Medic franchisee, you are obligated to use only the products and materials that Deck Medic approves. Deck Medic retains the right to change these approved items, which could require you to modify your usage or discontinue using certain materials altogether. These changes will be communicated through updates to the confidential operations manual and other proprietary manuals.
This provision ensures uniformity and quality control across all Deck Medic franchises. However, it also means franchisees have limited autonomy in choosing their supplies and must adapt to changes implemented by the franchisor. It is important for prospective franchisees to understand that they will be required to adapt to changes in approved materials and supplies as directed by Deck Medic.