Can a Boulder Designs franchisee use supplemental or secondary POS systems?
Boulder_Designs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In addition, Franchisor requires Franchisee to purchase, through an approved supplier, the approved point of sale system ("POS"). Franchisee will be responsible for any ongoing upgrades or updates to the POS, ongoing maintenance packages, and computer and software packages after installation. The computer system and/or POS for your Franchised Business will be dedicated to the operation of the Boulder Designs business and used for no other purpose.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Boulder Designs' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to use a specific point of sale (POS) system that is approved by the franchisor. The FDD states that the computer system and/or POS for the franchised business must be dedicated solely to the operation of the Boulder Designs business.
This means a franchisee cannot use the POS system for any other business or purpose. The franchisee is also responsible for all ongoing costs related to the POS system, including upgrades, updates, and maintenance packages, as well as computer and software packages after installation.
This requirement ensures that Boulder Designs maintains consistency and control over its operations and data management across all franchise locations. It also allows the franchisor to provide technical support and updates more efficiently. A prospective franchisee should be aware of these technology requirements and the associated costs when considering a Boulder Designs franchise.