Must the Operating Manager of a Deer Solution franchise sign a Confidentiality Agreement?
Deer_Solution Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- "Operating Manager" refers to and means the Manager designated by Franchisee or Franchisee's Managing Owner, that is charged with the obligation and responsibility to supervise and manage (onsite at Franchisee's Administrative Office) the day-to-day operations of the Franchised Business.
At all times, the Operating Manager must: (a) meet all of Franchisor's minimum training and brand quality control standards and criteria for managers as may be set forth in the Operations Manual; (b) successfully complete Franchisor's initial training program; (c) sign the Confidentiality Agreement; and (d) agree, in writing, to assume responsibility for the on-site management and supervision of the Franchised Business.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 55–246)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Deer Solution's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Operating Manager must sign a Confidentiality Agreement. The Operating Manager is designated by the franchisee or the franchisee's Managing Owner and is responsible for supervising and managing the day-to-day operations of the franchised business at the franchisee's Administrative Office.
In addition to signing the confidentiality agreement, the Operating Manager must meet all of Deer Solution's minimum training and brand quality control standards for managers as outlined in the Operations Manual. They must also successfully complete Deer Solution's initial training program and agree in writing to assume responsibility for the on-site management and supervision of the franchised business.
This requirement ensures that individuals in charge of the daily operations of a Deer Solution franchise are bound to protect the franchisor's confidential information and trade secrets. This is a common practice in franchising to safeguard the brand's proprietary knowledge and operational methods.