What is the purpose of the computer system, besides the POS, for an Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchise?
Afuri_Ramen_Dumpling Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
In addition to the POS System, you must purchase, use and maintain a computer system with hardware and software as we specify in the Operations Manual or otherwise. If you do not already have the computer systems that we require before you purchase a Franchise, then we estimate the cost of purchasing such systems to be between $200 to $500. This is for communications, accounting, and reporting.
You must have high speed internet service where you will be able to access downloads from us of training materials, operations manual revisions, corporate news, and other materials.
We may require you to use our online portal for updates and information regarding recipes, menu items, and related information. You must have computer systems and internet service that enable you to access the online portal, but you will not be charged a separate fee for use of the online portal.
We may require you to use certain other software and services, such as SmartSheets and Franconnet for the sharing of information. You must have computer systems and internet service that enable you to access such software and services, but you will not be charged a separate fee for use of the software or services.
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 27–34)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Afuri Ramen Dumpling's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, in addition to the POS system, franchisees must purchase and maintain a computer system. The estimated cost to purchase this system is between $200 and $500 if the franchisee does not already have the required systems.
This computer system is designated for communications, accounting, and reporting purposes. Franchisees are also required to have high-speed internet to access training materials, operations manual revisions, and corporate news.
Afuri Ramen Dumpling may also require franchisees to use their online portal for updates and information regarding recipes and menu items. Additionally, franchisees may be required to use software like SmartSheets and Franconnet for information sharing. While franchisees must have the necessary computer systems and internet service to access these resources, they will not be charged a separate fee for using the online portal or other specified software and services.