What pre-opening obligations must Pearce Bespoke complete before receiving the initial franchise fee?
Pearce_Bespoke Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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7. FRANCHISOR'S OBLIGATIONS
A. Pre-Opening:
Upon execution of the Franchise Agreement and for so long as Franchisee holds a Pearce Bespoke Franchise, subject to the terms of this Agreement, but prior to Franchisee's commencement of operations of the Pearce Bespoke Franchise, Franchisor shall:
- a. Train Franchisee and its manager(s) as described in this Agreement;
- b. Make electronically accessible all the specifications, approved Suppliers lists, approved supplies lists, extranet access and Manuals.
B. Opening Assistance.
Franchisor will assist in scheduling the opening of the Pearce Bespoke Franchise. Franchisee will not open or commence business operations until Franchisee has received written approval from Franchisor. Franchisor's approval may be withheld if Franchisee fails to meet minimum inventory requirements, training and/or marketing requirements or brand standards established by Franchisor.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 39)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Pearce Bespoke's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, prior to the franchisee commencing operations, Pearce Bespoke must fulfill certain pre-opening obligations. These include training the franchisee and their managers as described in the Franchise Agreement. Additionally, Pearce Bespoke must make electronically accessible all specifications, approved supplier lists, approved supplies lists, extranet access, and manuals to the franchisee.
Pearce Bespoke will also assist in scheduling the opening of the franchise. However, the franchisee cannot open or commence business operations until they have received written approval from Pearce Bespoke. This approval may be withheld if the franchisee fails to meet minimum inventory, training, marketing requirements, or brand standards established by Pearce Bespoke. Pearce Bespoke will provide pre-opening assistance at no charge to the franchisee before the franchise opening and will also provide assistance around the time of the grand opening.
These obligations are crucial for ensuring that the franchisee is well-prepared and equipped to operate the Pearce Bespoke franchise according to the franchisor's standards. Meeting these obligations helps maintain consistency and quality across all Pearce Bespoke franchise locations, which is vital for brand reputation and customer satisfaction. The initial franchise fee compensates Pearce Bespoke for the costs incurred in providing these services and support to get the franchisee started.