I. Introduction 5 A. Introduction Letter B. Description of Business Activity C. History of Business D. Biographical Information of Franchisor’s Key Franchise Personnel E. Operation Manual Updates
III. Pre-Opening Concerns 7 A. Timeline from Lease to Opening B. Preparation of Proforma Financial Statements C. Obtaining Franchiser’s Required Approvals D. Permits, Registrations and Licenses E. Checklist of Fixtures, Equipment and Inventory F. Procurement of Services G. Pre-Opening Training
IV. Store Operating Procedures 5 A. Opening B. Ongoing Daily Activities C. Closing D. Maintenance E. Security
V. Sales, Marketing & Customer Service 8 A. Customer Courtesy B. Speed of Service C. Point of Sale (POS) System Knowledge and Product Awareness D. Promotions E. Advertising and Signage F. Merchandising G. Pricing H. Customer Complaints
VI. Personnel (Suggested Guidelines) 3 A. Hiring B. Discipline and Termination C. Employee Administration
VII. On-Going Business Administration 10 A. Training B. Home Office Support & Management Specialists C. Use of Forms & Financial Reporting Requirements D. Exclusive Vendor Relationship E. Insurance & Licenses F. Lease Compliance G. Government Fiscal Compliance H. Inventory I. Payroll J. Mandatory (Weekly) Lottery Statement