Who licenses the PostalMate POS network software to Annex Brands?
Annex_Brands Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must obtain PostalMate POS network software from us. We have been using continually-improved versions of this network software since December 1989.
An independent 3rd party, PostalMate of 356 East Germann Road, Suite 220, Gilbert, AZ 85297, telephone: 877-728-5328, an A.P. Moller – Maersk A/S Company of 180 Park Avenue, Building 105, PO Box 950, Floraham Park, NJ 07932 telephone: 800-321-8807, owns this proprietary software and licenses it to us.
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 45–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Annex Brands' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the PostalMate POS network software is owned by PostalMate, an independent third party, and licensed to Annex Brands. PostalMate is located at 356 East Germann Road, Suite 220, Gilbert, AZ 85297, with a telephone number of 877-728-5328. PostalMate is identified as an A.P. Moller – Maersk A/S Company of 180 Park Avenue, Building 105, PO Box 950, Floraham Park, NJ 07932 telephone: 800-321-8807.
Annex Brands, in turn, licenses the PostalMate POS network software to its franchisees on an annual basis. The initial license fee is $250, payable to Annex Brands. Franchisees are also responsible for the cost of upgrades and support, which is approximately $105 per month, payable to PostalMate.
This arrangement means that while Annex Brands provides the software to its franchisees, the ultimate control and ownership reside with PostalMate. Prospective franchisees should be aware of this relationship, as it means that changes to the software, its features, or its licensing terms could be influenced by PostalMate, an entity outside of Annex Brands. Franchisees are required to use the PostalMate POS network software and must maintain internet access for electronic communication.