What hardware is required to use the electronic learning management system for the Cinnabon Management Training Program?
Cinnabon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You are required to purchase a dedicated iPad® or Windows® tablet/computer that meets the hardware and software specifications necessary to use our Learning Management System. This tablet will be used to deliver training materials, digital recipes, videos, communication, and engagement activities digitally.
You must dedicate a high-speed broadband connection that meets our specifications for the sole purpose of supporting your Computer System. Any other technology options, such as satellite, cellular, etc. must be approved by us before you order service with a provider. We may require you to use an Internet service provider that we approve, and we may require you to maintain a set minimum bandwidth. You also must obtain all telecommunications and computer infrastructure products required to access the Internet and to support our then-current information technology system.
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, franchisees are required to bring a dedicated iPad or Windows tablet/computer to the Management Training Program. This tablet must meet the hardware and software specifications necessary to use Cinnabon's electronic Learning Management System. The tablet will be used to access training materials, digital recipes, videos, communication, and engagement activities digitally.
In addition to the tablet, Cinnabon requires franchisees to dedicate a high-speed broadband connection that meets their specifications for the sole purpose of supporting the Computer System. Alternative technology options like satellite or cellular must be approved by Cinnabon before ordering service. Cinnabon may also require franchisees to use an approved Internet service provider and maintain a minimum bandwidth. Franchisees are responsible for obtaining all telecommunications and computer infrastructure products needed to access the Internet and support Cinnabon's current information technology system.
Cinnabon also states that franchisees must install computerized Bakery management systems meeting their standards. This includes purchasing, leasing, and/or licensing the POS System, computer systems, mobile hardware, software, associated computer hardware, telephone lines, network connections, communications equipment, high-speed internet access, and credit card, gift card, and loyalty card processing equipment. The estimated total cost for this Computer System ranges from $3,000 to $32,000 depending on the type of bakery. Franchisees may incur additional expenses for extra equipment, training, or installation services. Cinnabon can also require franchisees to purchase, license, or lease additional hardware or software.