To whom does Fitstop provide written notification of upgrades?
Fitstop Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
1.5 The Parties and any third party body which the Parties may call upon to interpret this Agreement shall interpret the provisions of this Agreement to give effect to the intent of this Agreement to strictly adhere to and act in conformity with the System, as it now exists and as we may modify them from time to time via the Manuals or other prior written notice.
18.5 Interpretation of Restrictive Covenants. You understand and acknowledge that we shall have the right, in our sole discretion, to reduce the scope of any covenant set forth in this Section without your consent effective immediately upon written notice to you.
6.14 Member Loyalty Program.
We may, in our discretion, establish and operate a Member Loyalty Program from time to time.
We may, in our reasonable discretion, by written notice to you at any time: (1) vary the terms of the Member Loyalty Program or (2) withdraw from supply the cards, application forms and other materials for use in connection with Member Loyalty Program.
- 6.8 Telephone and Communications Systems. You must, if requested in writing by us at any time during the Term, at your cost: (1) install and use in the Franchise telephone and other communications systems (including point of sale hardware and software) specified by us for the operation of the Franchise; (2) change or upgrade any telephone and communications systems used in the Franchise which we consider obsolete or superseded, including installation of new telephone and communication systems specified by us; and (3) ensure that all telephone and communications systems are secure from unauthorized access or use.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 50–135)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Fitstop franchisees receive written notification regarding certain changes. Specifically, Fitstop may modify the System through manuals or other prior written notice. Additionally, Fitstop retains the right to reduce the scope of any covenant set forth in Section 18 of the agreement, effective immediately upon written notice to the franchisee.
Fitstop may also, in its reasonable discretion, provide written notice to franchisees regarding variations to the Member Loyalty Program or to withdraw materials related to the program. Furthermore, if Fitstop requests franchisees to install and use specific telephone and communication systems, any such request must be made in writing.
These notifications are important for franchisees as they outline changes to the Fitstop system, operational requirements, and contractual obligations. Franchisees must stay informed of these notices to ensure compliance and maintain the standards of the Fitstop brand. Failure to comply with changes communicated through these written notices could potentially lead to breaches of the franchise agreement.