Can All Dogs Unleashed require a franchisee to upgrade their computer system?
All_Dogs_Unleashed Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 10.1.
Computer System.
You shall acquire and use only the computer systems and equipment that Franchisor prescribes for use by ALL DOGS UNLEASHED Franchised Businesses ("Computer System"), and adhere to Franchisor's requirements for use.
Requirements may include, among other things, connection to remote servers, off-site electronic repositories, and high-speed Internet connections.
As technology or software is developed in the future, Franchisor may, in its sole discretion, require you to add to your Computer System memory, ports, and other accessories or peripheral equipment or additional, new, or substitute software, and replace or upgrade your Computer System and software as Franchisor prescribes.
You shall acquire, install and maintain such anti-virus and anti-spyware software as Franchisor requires, and shall adopt and implement such Internet user policies as Franchisor may prescribe for purposes of avoiding, blocking, and eliminating viruses and other conditions that interfere with operation of the Computer System.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 49–158)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All Dogs Unleashed's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to use the computer systems and equipment that the franchisor prescribes. This includes adhering to the franchisor's requirements for use, such as connecting to remote servers, off-site electronic repositories, and high-speed internet connections.
All Dogs Unleashed retains the discretion to mandate upgrades to the computer system. As technology evolves, franchisees may be required to add memory, ports, accessories, peripheral equipment, or new software. They might also need to replace or upgrade their existing computer systems and software as directed by All Dogs Unleashed.
To protect the computer system, franchisees must acquire, install, and maintain anti-virus and anti-spyware software as required by All Dogs Unleashed. They must also implement internet user policies prescribed by the franchisor to prevent viruses and other issues that could interfere with the computer system's operation. This ensures that the franchisee's technology remains current and secure, aligning with the franchisor's standards and protecting the entire network.