Is the Digital Tech Fee and required technology for Hardees franchises subject to change or modification?
Hardees Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
10.* If Tenant fails to exercise, for any reason, any term renewal or term extension right under the Lease, then HR may exercise such right, and upon the exercise of such right by HR, Tenant agrees that the Lease shall be deemed transferred and assigned to HR, effective upon the commencement of the renewal or extension term, without any furthe
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 85–541)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hardees's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Digital Tech Fee and required technology are subject to change or modification. The Digital Tech Fee is currently $160 per 4-week accounting fiscal period. This fee provides access to services such as OLO (Online Ordering), Data Menu Management, Data Management (customer data processing), and Future (enterprise data management and content management system).
This means that Hardees franchisees should be prepared for potential adjustments to the costs and technology they are required to use. These changes could impact the franchisee's operational expenses and the technology infrastructure they need to maintain.
Hardees will provide prior notice to the franchisee before implementing any changes to the Digital Tech Fee or required technology. Franchisees should stay informed of any announcements from Hardees regarding these changes to budget accordingly and ensure compliance with the updated requirements.