Does Fitstop have sole discretion in determining if changes to the System are appropriate or necessary?
Fitstop Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
You must operate all aspects of your Franchised Business in strict conformance with the methods, standards and specifications of our System. Our methods, standards, and specifications will be communicated to you in writing through our confidential Manuals and other proprietary guidelines and writings that we prepare for your use in connection with the Franchised Business and System. We may change our System standards and specifications from time to time, as we deem appropriate or necessary in our sole discretion, and you will be solely responsible for costs associated with complying with any modifications to the System.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 19–23)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Fitstop has sole discretion in determining if changes to the System are appropriate or necessary. The FDD states that Fitstop may change its System standards and specifications from time to time, as it deems appropriate or necessary in its sole discretion. The franchisee is solely responsible for costs associated with complying with any modifications to the System.
This means that Fitstop franchisees must adhere to any changes Fitstop makes to the System, and they will be responsible for covering the costs of implementing these changes. This could include changes to the approved products and services, operational procedures, or technology requirements.
While Fitstop has the right to make these changes, franchisees should be aware of the potential financial burden and operational adjustments that may be required. It is important for prospective franchisees to inquire about the types of changes that have been implemented in the past and the potential costs associated with future changes to the System.