From where can a Beauty Bungalows franchisee obtain the required computer hardware?
Beauty_Bungalows Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
uter Systems, Proprietary Software, and Internet Access
We do not currently require you to purchase any particular brand of computer hardware to establish or operate the Business, but we do specify the standards for computer and communication equipment and Internet access. The minimum hardware requirement is a laptop or desktop computer with 4 GB RAM, a 128 GB Hard Drive, internet access, the ability to run the business management software we designate, and the ability to run basic business function software programs such as Microsoft Office and bookkeeping software. This hardware may be obtained from any computer reseller such as Staples, Off
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 23–30)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beauty Bungalows' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are not required to purchase any particular brand of computer hardware to establish or operate their business. However, Beauty Bungalows does specify the standards for computer and communication equipment and Internet access.
The minimum hardware requirement is a laptop or desktop computer with 4 GB RAM, a 128 GB Hard Drive, internet access, the ability to run the business management software Beauty Bungalows designates, and the ability to run basic business function software programs such as Microsoft Office and bookkeeping software.
Beauty Bungalows indicates that this hardware may be obtained from any computer reseller such as Staples, Office Depot or Best Buy. The estimated cost for this hardware will range from $500 to $1,000. This provides the franchisee with the flexibility to shop around for the best deals and choose hardware that fits their specific needs, as long as it meets the minimum requirements set by Beauty Bungalows.