Are Southern Steer franchisees required to monitor email and the System intranet frequently?

According to Southern Steer's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to monitor their email and any System intranet frequently. This is to stay informed of new developments to the Brand Manual and System standards. This requirement ensures that franchisees remain up-to-date with any changes or modifications made by Southern Steer.

This obligation is significant because modifications, changes, deletions, and alterations to the System or Brand Manual may require franchisees to make additional expenditures. By staying informed, franchisees can anticipate and prepare for any financial implications resulting from these changes. This proactive approach helps franchisees maintain compliance and uphold the standards of the Southern Steer brand.

Southern Steer also provides franchisees with a Southern Steer Butcher email address for communication and document transmission between the franchisee and franchisor. Franchisees are prohibited from using "Southern Steer Butcher" in any unauthorized email addresses or domain names. This measure helps maintain brand consistency and prevents customer confusion. Franchisees must also adhere to security measures when transmitting confidential information, with Southern Steer reserving the right to require encrypted transmissions.