What is the estimated POS System Administration Fee that a Cinnabon franchisee must pay for project management assistance?
Cinnabon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
S System that is currently $159 to $397 per month depending on your equipment configuration. If you choose to lease the POS System under the HaaS Program, you must pay a monthly software license and hardware lease fee for the POS System that is currently $216 to $442 per month depending on your equipment configuration and a one-time $300 activation fee. We will collect the monthly fees, which may change from time to time, and pay them to the vendor on your behalf.
Whether you are opening a new Bakery or purchasing an existing Bakery, we may, in our sole discretion, provide you with project management assista
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 66–82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnabon's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Cinnabon may provide project management assistance related to the onboarding and configuration of the POS system, whether a franchisee is opening a new bakery or purchasing an existing one. If Cinnabon provides this assistance, the franchisee must pay Cinnabon its then-current POS System Administration Fee, which is estimated to be between $1,500 and $2,000.
This fee covers Cinnabon's services in coordinating and managing the setup of the POS system. It is important to note that this project management assistance is provided at Cinnabon's discretion, meaning it is not guaranteed.
Beyond this fee, the franchisee may incur additional expenses for extra equipment, training, or installation services related to the POS system. The franchisee or the POS System vendor may also be required to purchase, license, or lease additional hardware or software.