Does Basecamp Fitness have the right to designate the technology systems used in my studio?
Basecamp_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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Approved Information System.
We may designate the technology systems used in your Basecamp Studio, including the point of sale system, computer hardware and software, security systems, audio and video systems, related components, cloud based technology and other equipment and enhancements (the "Information System").
In connection with the Information System, you agree to the provisions set forth below.
You must acquire the right to use the Information System, obtain peripheral equipment and accessories and arrange for installation, required maintenance and support services, and interfacing of your Information System with our accounting system, all at your cost.
You acknowledge and agree that you will be required to purchase portions of the Information System from us and our affiliates, or from other mandatory suppliers or vendors that we approve.
We will have the right at all times to access the Information System and to retrieve, analyze, download and use all software, data and files stored or used on the Information System.
We may access the Information System in your Basecamp Studio or from other locations.
You will store all data and information on the Information System.
As upgrades to the hardware and/or software are developed, we may require you to obtain and install any or all of these upgrades.
We also may require you to replace any hardware or software used in the Information System.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 61–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Basecamp Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Basecamp Fitness has the authority to designate the technology systems used in your studio. The FDD specifies that Basecamp Fitness may designate the technology systems used in your Basecamp Studio, including the point of sale system, computer hardware and software, security systems, audio and video systems, related components, cloud based technology and other equipment and enhancements, which they term the 'Information System'.
As a franchisee, you are required to acquire the right to use this Information System and obtain all necessary peripheral equipment, accessories, installation, maintenance, and support services. This also includes ensuring that the Information System interfaces properly with Basecamp Fitness's accounting system, all at your own cost. Furthermore, you may be required to purchase portions of the Information System directly from Basecamp Fitness, its affiliates, or from other mandatory suppliers or vendors approved by Basecamp Fitness.
Basecamp Fitness retains the right to access the Information System at all times to retrieve, analyze, download, and use all software, data, and files stored or used within the system. This access can be performed either within your Basecamp Studio or from remote locations. All data and information must be stored on the Information System as directed by Basecamp Fitness.
Moreover, Basecamp Fitness may require you to install upgrades to both the hardware and software components of the Information System as they are developed. They also reserve the right to mandate the replacement of any hardware or software used within the Information System. This ensures that all Basecamp Fitness studios operate on a standardized and up-to-date technology platform, allowing for consistency and control across the franchise system.