Short answer
Restaurant franchises typically need video surveillance covering registers, back doors, and dining areas; a monitored intrusion alarm with holdup buttons; access control for rear doors and storage; and a code-compliant fire alarm that monitors kitchen hood suppression. Franchisors often define a standard package in build-out specifications so every unit meets the same baseline.
The baseline package
- Cameras at registers, entrances, rear door, drive-thru (if any), and parking.
- Intrusion alarm with door contacts, motion, and holdup buttons.
- Access control on rear doors, offices, and liquor or high-value storage.
- Fire alarm and hood suppression monitoring where required.
Why standardization matters
A standard design speeds up new unit openings, simplifies training for managers who move between units, and gives multi-unit operators a consistent view of every location.
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