Time prescribes for the operation of Pretzel Time Units is the essence of this Agreement and is essential to preserve the goodwill of the Marks and all Pretzel Time Units. Franchisee agrees to operate his Unit in strict compliance and adhere to Pretzel Time's Unit design, signage, interior decor, equipment and inventory requirements and rules and standards and procedures (hereinafter referred to as "Standards") set forth in any Operations Manual or Training Manual, as periodically modified and supplemented by Pretzel Time in its discretion during the term of this Agreement ("Operations Manual") and acknowledges that the same are reasonable, necessary and essential to the image and success of each Unit and the Pretzel Time System and agrees to comply with all such requirements and procedures. The Operations Manual shall contain mandatory and suggested specifications, standards and operating procedures that Pretzel Time prescribes from time to time for Pretzel Time Units and information relating to Franchisee's other obligations under this Agreement. The Operations Manual sets forth Standards regulating and relating to certain important obligations on the part of franchisees and sanctions in the event of noncompliance with such obligations. Pretzel Time may regulate, designate or approve any one or more of the following with respect to the Pretzel Time Unit: (1) Design, layout, decor, appearance and lighting; periodic and daily maintenance, cleaning and sanitation; replacement of obsolete or worn-out fixtures, furnishings, equipment and signs; use of interior and exterior signs, emblems, lettering and logos and the illumination thereof; (2) Types, models, brands, maintenance and replacement of required equipment, fixtures, furnishings and signs; (3) Approved, disapproved and required Products and other items to be offered for sale; (4) Designated and approved suppliers (including Pretzel Time and/or its Affiliates) of equipment, fixtures, furnishings, signs, Products, materials and supplies; (5) Use and operation of