To whom are the computer hardware, software, peripherals, and licensing fees paid for a City Wide franchise?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure1 | Amount | payment | When Due | is to be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Hardware, | $7,000 to $10,500 | As Arranged | Before Opening | CITY WIDE |
| Software, Peripherals and | ||||
| Licensing Fees11 |
- (11) Computer Hardware, Software, Peripherals and Licensing Fees: You must purchase all hardware and computers from CITY WIDE.
CITY WIDE will load all required software and related licensing you are required to purchase to meet CITY WIDE's technology specifications and requirements.
The range of estimated costs shown is for purchasing the hardware.
If you decide to purchase additional equipment or software, your costs will increase accordingly.
The costs stated above may increase based upon the increase in the cost of software and related licensing from third-party vendors.
- (12) Information Technology Support Services: CITY WIDE will provide you with desktop monitoring, troubleshooting assistance, software updates and technology support of your CITY WIDE technology systems (required for the first thirty-six (36) months of operation.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 21–24)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must purchase all computer hardware from City Wide. The estimated initial investment for computer hardware, software, peripherals, and licensing fees ranges from $7,000 to $10,500, payable to City Wide before opening the franchise.
City Wide will load all required software and related licensing necessary to meet their technology specifications. The costs may increase based on the cost of software and licensing from third-party vendors. City Wide also provides information technology support services, including desktop monitoring, troubleshooting, software updates, and technology support for the City Wide technology systems, which is required for the first 36 months of operation.
Prospective franchisees should note that while they must purchase hardware from City Wide, they may want to inquire about the specific types of hardware and software required, as well as the potential for cost increases due to third-party vendor pricing. Understanding the technology requirements and associated costs is crucial for budgeting and planning the initial investment.