What is the Gokhale Method franchisee's obligation regarding the sale of related services?
Gokhale_Method Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
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8.2. Approved Formats. You agree to sell, offer for sale and deliver to students only the Gokhale System in Approved Formats and any related classes, services and products as have been expressly approved in writing by us and for which you have been qualified; to refrain from any deviation from our standards
and specifications without our prior written consent; and to discontinue selling and offering for sale any Gokhale Method branded class, service, product, merchandise, and equipment which we may, in our discretion, disapprove in writing at any time. The current schedule of Approved Formats and requirements for them is annexed as Exhibit B.
- 8.3.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 34)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Gokhale Method Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must adhere to specific guidelines regarding the sale of services. Gokhale Method franchisees are required to sell, offer, and deliver only the Gokhale System in approved formats, along with any related classes, services, and products that have been expressly approved in writing by Gokhale Method and for which the franchisee is qualified. Franchisees must avoid any deviations from Gokhale Method's standards and specifications without prior written consent.
Furthermore, franchisees must discontinue selling or offering any Gokhale Method branded class, service, product, merchandise, and equipment that Gokhale Method may disapprove of in writing at any time. The approved formats and their requirements are detailed in Exhibit B of the Franchise Disclosure Document. This ensures that all franchisees maintain consistent quality and service standards, protecting the brand's reputation.
These stipulations mean that a prospective Gokhale Method franchisee cannot independently introduce new services or products without the franchisor's explicit approval. This requirement helps maintain uniformity across all Gokhale Method franchises, which is a common practice in franchising to ensure brand consistency and quality control. Franchisees should carefully review Exhibit B to understand the approved formats and requirements and communicate proactively with Gokhale Method regarding any potential new offerings to ensure compliance.