Can the Gokhale Method franchisor update the Teachers Manual and Policy Statements?
Gokhale_Method Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
2, 10.3);
Providing to you and allowing you to use our Teachers Manual and Policy Statements (Section 10.1). Our Policy Statements and Teachers Manual offer guidance in the operation of your Franchised Business. You must follow the terms of the Teachers Manual and Policy Statements, which we may update periodically.
Allowing you to operate in the general area in which you propose to teach (Section 2.1); and
Selling to you equipment you are required to purchase from us (Section 4.6) and providing you with the specifications for equipment and supplies you may purchase from others (Section 4.6).
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 18–23)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Gokhale Method Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor retains the right to update the Teachers Manual and Policy Statements periodically. The Teachers Manual, also referred to as the Operations Manual, offers guidance for franchisees in operating their franchised business. Franchisees are required to adhere to the terms outlined in both the Teachers Manual and the Policy Statements.
This means that Gokhale Method franchisees must stay current with any changes the franchisor makes to these documents. The franchisor has the discretion to modify the contents of the Teacher's Manual from time to time. The current table of contents of the Teacher's Manual is annexed as Exhibit C to the Disclosure Document.
It is important for prospective franchisees to understand that the Gokhale Method business model and operational guidelines are subject to change at the franchisor's discretion. Franchisees should factor in the potential need to adapt to updated policies and procedures as part of their ongoing business operations.