If Itan changes the Intellectual Property, who is responsible for implementing those changes?
Itan Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 17.2. Intellectual Property Changes. We may change the Intellectual Property at any time in our sole discretion, including by changing the Copyrighted Materials, Know-how, Marks and/or System. You must, at your expense, implement all Intellectual Property changes we require in accordance with our instructions. We are not liable for any Losses or Expenses you incur (including loss of goodwill associated with a Mark) due to a change to the Intellectual Property.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 44–190)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Itan's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Itan has the right to change its Intellectual Property at any time, which includes alterations to Copyrighted Materials, Know-how, Marks, and the System. The franchisee is responsible for implementing these changes at their own expense.
This means that if Itan decides to update its brand standards, service marks, trademarks, or operational systems, franchisees must adapt their salons to comply with these changes. This could involve updating interior designs, purchasing new equipment, or modifying marketing materials.
It's important to note that Itan is not liable for any losses or expenses the franchisee incurs due to these changes, including any loss of goodwill associated with a Mark. This places the financial burden of adapting to Itan's evolving Intellectual Property on the franchisee, which is a significant factor to consider when evaluating the franchise opportunity.