Definition: Franchise designated supplier definition. A supplier designated by the franchisor as a source for purchasing approved products. The use of a designated supplier guarantees the franchisor that each franchisee is offering the same products to its clients or customers.
Designated Supplier
By Don Daszkowski, About.com
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