What is the definition of 'Computer System' as it pertains to a 7 Brew franchise?
7_Brew Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
(1) You agree to obtain and use the computer hardware and software, point-of-sale system, computer-related accessories and peripheral equipment, tablets, smart phones, on-line, digital, and App ordering systems, and on-line inventory ordering system we periodically specify (the "Computer System"). You must use the Computer System to access the System Website and
to input and access information about your sales and operations. The Computer System must operate continuously. We will have continuous, unlimited access to all information maintained on the Computer System (excluding matters relating to labor relations and employment practices) and to the content of any 7 BREW e-mail accounts we provide you.
- (2) We may periodically modify the Computer System's specifications and components.
Our modification of Computer System specifications and/or other technological developments or events may require you to purchase, lease, or license new or modified computer components, software, and peripherals and to obtain service and support for the Computer System.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 82–83)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to 7 Brew's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Computer System is defined as the computer hardware and software, point-of-sale system, computer-related accessories and peripheral equipment, tablets, smart phones, on-line, digital, and App ordering systems, and on-line inventory ordering system that 7 Brew specifies for franchisees to use.
The 7 Brew franchisee must use this Computer System to access the System Website and to input and access information about their sales and operations. The Computer System must operate continuously, ensuring uninterrupted access to data and systems. 7 Brew will have continuous, unlimited access to all information maintained on the Computer System, except for matters relating to labor relations and employment practices, and to the content of any 7 Brew e-mail accounts provided to the franchisee.
7 Brew may periodically modify the Computer System's specifications and components, which may require franchisees to purchase, lease, or license new or modified computer components, software, and peripherals, as well as obtain service and support for the Computer System. This ensures that all 7 Brew locations operate on a unified and up-to-date technological platform, but it also means that franchisees must be prepared for potential additional costs associated with these updates and changes.