To follow is a
list of requirements found in the Quality Standards and
Procedures Manual. A
franchise wishing to use the name Chem-Dry in the domain
name can do so if the domain name is registered in the
Master Franchise name. The registration
documents must be paid for and completed by the franchise
owner, then sent to us for signing. The documentation is
self explanatory.
Page 18 section 26 - The Internet (QSP)
26. The Internet
The Internet Reaches Outside Your Territory and its
Potential for Misuse Necessitates Specific Requirements
Internet Requirements (in addition to
the standard Advertising Standards).
a. All Internet displays must be pre-approved and
authorised by CDNS prior to use. To obtain approval,
send a printed copy of the text and graphics before you
plan to go on-line with the Internet display. Also include
your Uniform Resource Locator (web site address)
information. As Chem-Dry in the UK enhances its web site,
full co-ordination and oversight of all franchisee
websites is necessary.b. The "Advertising Standards"
and the "Franchise Agreement" apply to and govern Internet
home pages or other forms of advertising on the web.
Regardless of who designs or maintains a home page, the
Franchisee is responsible for any Internet communication
performed on their behalf.
c. Franchisees who have questions or wish to seek
approval of a particular home page may submit their
proposal to CDNS. Franchisees are expected to meet the
highest ethical standards and ensure that their
communications are factual and are not misleading.
Please remember that violations of advertising
guidelines are considered a material breach of the
Franchise Agreement and could result in a fine of up to
£500 and/or termination of the franchise. While we
strongly encourage advertising that helps build business,
we also feel that proper business building can occur only
when information is accurate and preserves the rights of
others.
d. Domain names or sub-domain names may not contain
any proprietary marks of Harris Research, Inc. Such
marks are identified from time to time in paragraphs 7 & 8
of the Advertising Standards section of this manual. Also,
use of the name Chem-Drỷ in any form in a domain or
sub-domain name is a violation of the Franchise Agreement
unless the domain name is hosted by the ISP assigned by
the Master Franchisor or that the Master Franchise is the
registered owner of the domain name.
Franchisees MAY use HRI's marks within the text of a
home page.
e. Franchisees are prohibited from using or
disseminating information, which, in any way, may disclose
any confidential information, data or trade secrets of HRI
or CDNS. For example, without limitation, Franchisees
may not disclose Company proprietary information such as
all or part of the Quality Standards and Procedures
Manual, franchisee lists, etc.
f. The Internet may not be used in any way to sell
to customers outside of the Franchise Territory as defined
in the Franchise Agreement. All customer inquiries
from outside of the Franchise Territory as a result of an
Internet display must be referred to a Franchisee
servicing the Franchise Territory they are calling from.
Any home page or similar ad on the Internet MUST state
the Territory served. The statement should read "Serving
only (Franchise Territory)". (Underline included here for
emphasis, not required on a web page). Each franchise's
home or main page must have a visible hyperlink to
BM__Hlt489417960
www.chem-dry.co.uk
g. Franchisees should take care not to violate the
rights of others. For example, Franchisees should not
use or disseminate the name, image or likeness of any
person on the Internet without the express written
permission of such person. Franchisees should not use or
disseminate any materials developed by others or based on
materials developed by others without the express written
permission of the owner of the materials. This is true
whether such materials are covered by copyright or could
be covered by copyright. For example, without limitation,
Franchisees should not use text or articles from others on
the Internet.
h. Franchisees ARE authorized to use advertising
materials distributed by CDNS, however, you should take
great care not to modify the content or to make any
specific representations not contained in such materials.
Chem-Dry materials that have expired or been withdrawn may
not be used. Upon the expiration or withdrawal of any
previously used materials they must be promptly removed
from the Internet.
i. You may only advertise those Chem-Dry approved
services for which you are certified. Advertising for
other businesses or services Franchisees may own must not
be included with Chem-Dry information. Franchisees are
likewise prohibited from placing hyperlinks to other web
sites on any Chem-Dry associated web page. |