What activities are Hck Hot Chicken franchisees prohibited from using the Information Systems for?
Hck_Hot_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 7.3.2 Franchisee shall not use or permit the use of the Information Systems for any unlawful or non-businessrelated activity.
Franchisee shall not install or use, and shall prohibit others from installing and using, unauthorized hardware or other components and devices, software on or with the Information Systems.
Franchisee shall take all commercially reasonable measures to insure that the Information Systems are used strictly in accordance with Franchisor's standards, including security protocols and protective measures including how passwords are assigned and rotated, prescribed limitations regarding which persons Franchisee may permit to access (via LAN, WAN, internet or otherwise), use, perform support and installation functions and conduct transactions with the Information Systems.
No virus, Trojan horse, malicious code or other unauthorized code or software is installed on, or transmitted by, the Information Systems.
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Hck Hot Chicken Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are explicitly prohibited from using the Information Systems for any unlawful or non-business-related activity. This means that the technology and systems provided by Hck Hot Chicken, which franchisees are required to purchase and maintain, must be used strictly for business operations related to the franchise.
Furthermore, franchisees are not allowed to install or use any unauthorized hardware, components, or software on these systems. This restriction ensures that the Information Systems remain secure and compliant with Hck Hot Chicken's standards. Franchisees must also take commercially reasonable measures to ensure the Information Systems are used according to Hck Hot Chicken's standards, including following security protocols for password management and access limitations.
These regulations are in place to protect the integrity and security of Hck Hot Chicken's Information Systems, preventing any potential misuse or unauthorized access. Franchisees must ensure that no viruses, Trojan horses, or other malicious code are installed on or transmitted through these systems. Compliance with these standards is crucial for maintaining the operational and technological standards set by Hck Hot Chicken.