For Atwell Suites, who is responsible for travel-related expenses associated with the SOW and POC?
Atwell_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (f) Travel and related expenses: The Eligible Participant is responsible for all travel related expenses associated with the SOW and POC that will be invoiced to the Eligible Participant at cost as a separate line item on the invoice. AT&T personnel will incur travel expenses only after receiving permission from the Eligible Participant's authorized Project Manager.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 99–486)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Atwell Suites' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the financial responsibility for travel and related expenses associated with the SOW (Scope of Work) and POC (Proof of Concept) falls on the Eligible Participant, which in this context refers to the franchisee. These expenses will be invoiced to the franchisee at cost and listed as a separate line item on the invoice.
This means that as an Atwell Suites franchisee, you will need to budget for and cover all travel-related costs incurred by AT&T personnel during the SOW and POC phases. These costs can include airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, and local transportation. AT&T personnel will only incur these travel expenses after receiving permission from the franchisee's authorized Project Manager.
It is important for prospective Atwell Suites franchisees to carefully review and understand the scope of work and proof of concept requirements to estimate potential travel expenses. Franchisees should also maintain open communication with AT&T's project manager to manage and control these costs effectively. Understanding these potential costs upfront is crucial for accurate financial planning and ensuring the profitability of the Atwell Suites franchise.