Where can I find information about computer system requirements for my Amerispec Inspection Services franchise?
Amerispec_Inspection_Services Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
rds of quality and service are maintained. The Franchisee shall pay to the Company all of the Company's actual costs for such person so assigned, including wages, travel, and living expenses.
- 9.12 Software. Franchisee will use in the Franchised Business the software system, including business contact management software and inspection software, all other existing or future communication or data storage systems, hardware components thereof and associated service, which the Company has developed and/or selected for the System of Operation (the "Computer System"). As part of the Computer System, the Company may require Franchisee to obtain, update, and use specified computer hardware and/or software including, without limitation, a license to use proprietary software developed by us or others (the "Software"). Franchisee's Computer System must be compatible with the Company's computer systems, must be connected to the Company's facilities by high-speed Internet with minimum requirements specified by the Company, and must be updated, maintained, and used in compliance with the Company's specifications, including the Operations Manual. The Company may require Franchisee to electronically upload or transmit information on a periodic basis (including daily). The Company also has the right to independently access sales information and other data produced by the Computer System. The AIS (AmeriSpec Inspection Software) is a software program that allows home inspectors to collect data while performing a home inspection and generate a home inspection report. The Company will assist Franchisee with Level 1 inspection software support and assist vendors with major bug fixes for the AIS. Currently, the Company charges an initial license fee of $1,000 per license for the first year that is included in the Marketing and Technology Bundle. For each year thereafter, an annual service fee that varies per license per inspector must be paid to the Company's approved vendor, depending on the method of payment. Additional licenses for the Franchised Business may be purchased directly from the Company's approved vendor. Franchisee must sign the approved vendor's then-current software license agreement for the AIS. The AMS (AmeriSpec Management System) is an online business management tool that allows Franchisee to have all Franchisee's needed information and automated processes in one place.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 47–172)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Amerispec Inspection Services's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, details regarding the computer system requirements are found within Item 23, specifically under section 9.12 titled "Software." This section stipulates that franchisees must utilize the software system designated by Amerispec Inspection Services, which includes business contact management and inspection software, along with any other communication or data storage systems, hardware, and associated services that the company selects for its System of Operation.
The FDD specifies that the computer system used by the franchisee must be compatible with Amerispec Inspection Services's systems. This includes having a high-speed internet connection that meets the minimum requirements set by the company. Furthermore, franchisees are obligated to keep their systems updated, maintained, and used according to the company's specifications, which are detailed in the Operations Manual. Amerispec Inspection Services also retains the right to access sales information and other data produced by the computer system, and may require franchisees to electronically upload or transmit information periodically, potentially on a daily basis.
Additionally, the franchisee is responsible for providing the hardware, third-party software, peripherals, internet connection, and other computer equipment required to run the software, ensuring that these items meet Amerispec Inspection Services's current specifications. The company may also require franchisees to obtain, update, and use specific computer hardware or software, including licenses for proprietary software developed by them or others. It is important to note that Amerispec Inspection Services will provide Level 1 inspection software support and assist vendors with major bug fixes for the AIS (AmeriSpec Inspection Software).