Can Bumble Roofing change the designated suppliers for Computer System upgrades?
Bumble_Roofing Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Software and Computer Equipment
Currently, you must have or purchase a personal computer ("Hardware") which runs on a Windows or Macintosh operating system. Your computer must also have Microsoft Office XP Professional or a more recent version installed and operating and the web-based resource center software ("Software"). The Hardware and Software are referred to as the "Computer System." You must update your Computer System, at your expense, as we may require periodically to meet our specifications as they evolve. There are no contractual limitations on the frequency and cost of your obligations to upgrade or update the Computer System. Upgrades, in some cases, may only be available through our suppliers. We may change the designated suppliers occasionally on written notice to you. Neither we nor any supplier has any obligation under the Franchise Agreement to provide ongoing maintenance, repairs, upgrades or updates to the Computer System. We estimate the cost of optional or required maintenance, updates and upg
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 30–37)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumble Roofing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Bumble Roofing can change the designated suppliers for Computer System upgrades. The FDD states that upgrades, in some cases, may only be available through Bumble Roofing's suppliers. Bumble Roofing may change the designated suppliers occasionally, but they will provide written notice to franchisees.
Neither Bumble Roofing nor any supplier has any obligation under the Franchise Agreement to provide ongoing maintenance, repairs, upgrades, or updates to the Computer System. Bumble Roofing estimates the cost of optional or required maintenance, updates, and upgrades will be $0 to $500 per year.
This policy gives Bumble Roofing flexibility in managing its supply chain and technology standards. However, it also means franchisees must remain adaptable to changes in suppliers and potential cost fluctuations for computer system upgrades. Franchisees should factor these potential changes into their budget and business planning.