When is payment due for computer equipment and information systems for an Angry Chickz franchise?
Angry_Chickz Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Computer Equipment & Information Systems3 | $9,000 | $20,000 | As incurred | As incurred - must purchase before opening | Approved supplier |
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- See Item 11 regarding the computer system hardware and Information Systems you must purchase. We have not included the cost of required hardware and software maintenance agreements, if any. This figure also does not include any technical support costs associated with operating the hardware or software.
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- The estimate of additional funds for the initial phase of your business is based on your staff salaries and operating expenses for the first 3 months of operation. The estimate includes Information Systems maintenance and support fees for your first 3 months of operation, namely approximately $3,000 ($1,000 per month) for third party computer software and hardware maintenance and license fees.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 15–18)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Angry Chickz's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, payment for computer equipment and information systems is due as incurred, but must be purchased before opening the franchise. The estimated cost for these systems ranges from $9,000 to $20,000, payable to an approved supplier. This investment covers the necessary hardware and software to operate the Angry Chickz franchise.
It's important to note that the initial investment estimate does not include the cost of required hardware and software maintenance agreements or any technical support costs associated with operating the hardware or software. The FDD indicates that additional funds are needed to cover information systems maintenance and support fees for the first 3 months of operation, estimated at approximately $3,000, or $1,000 per month, for third-party computer software and hardware maintenance and license fees.
Prospective franchisees should factor in these ongoing costs when budgeting for their Angry Chickz franchise. It is also advisable to clarify with the franchisor which specific computer equipment and information systems are required, which suppliers are approved, and what the typical maintenance and support costs are in their specific area. Understanding these details will help in accurately forecasting the total investment and operational expenses.