How will Augusta Lawn Care notify franchisees of modifications or new computer system requirements?
Augusta_Lawn_Care Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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We may upgrade our minimum computer system requirements at any time in order to keep pace with technology. There are no contractual limitations on the frequency or cost of this obligation, but we expect you will need to upgrade at least every five (5) years. If we modify or impose a requirement, we will notify you in our manuals or other written communications, and will give you a reasonable time in which to comply at your expense. We estimate that the cost of upgrading and replacing a computer system c
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 21–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Augusta Lawn Care FDD, if Augusta Lawn Care modifies or imposes a new computer system requirement, they will notify franchisees through their manuals or other written communications. Franchisees will be given a reasonable time to comply with the new requirements at their own expense.
The FDD states that Augusta Lawn Care may upgrade the minimum computer system requirements at any time to keep pace with technology. While there are no contractual limitations on the frequency or cost of these upgrades, Augusta Lawn Care expects franchisees will need to upgrade at least every five years. The estimated cost of upgrading and replacing a computer system ranges from $500 to $1,000.
It is important to note that franchisees are responsible for the costs associated with these upgrades. While Augusta Lawn Care may offer assistance in obtaining the computer system and related services, they are not obligated to do so. Franchisees are also obligated to utilize the Command Center, and should refer to Item 6 for additional information regarding the Command Center Fee.