What is the duration of the 10-Day Operations Overview that Hardees may require?
Hardees Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In addition, we may require that your 10% Owners (as defined in Item 15) complete, as we deem necessary and to our satisfaction, an operations overview, which lasts approximately 10 business days ("10-Day Operations Overview").
Source: Item 1 — The Franchisor and any Parents, Predecessors, and Affiliates (FDD pages 9–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hardees's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Hardees may require that a franchisee's 10% Owners complete an operations overview. This operations overview lasts approximately 10 business days.
This means that if Hardees deems it necessary, individuals who own 10% or more of the franchise entity may be required to participate in a 10-day operational training program. This program is designed to ensure that key stakeholders in the franchise are well-versed in the operational aspects of running a Hardees restaurant.
The requirement for a 10-Day Operations Overview is not mandatory for all franchisees or owners, but rather something that Hardees may impose based on their assessment of the franchisee's experience and capabilities. Prospective franchisees should clarify with Hardees under what circumstances this operations overview is required and what specific topics it covers to fully understand the potential time commitment.