What is the estimated range for payroll technology costs for a City Wide franchise?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure1 | Amount | Method of | When Due | To Whom Payment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payroll Technology19 | $1,000 to $3,500 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Required Suppliers |
- (19) Payroll Services Providers: You are required to use ADP Payroll Services for your payroll services.
You may not use payroll services from any other provider.
Franchisor will have "read only" access to your payroll records for the sole purpose of aggregating data for analyzing and reporting purposes.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 21–24)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment for payroll technology ranges from $1,000 to $3,500. This cost is expected to be arranged as incurred and is payable to required suppliers.
City Wide mandates the use of ADP Payroll Services for franchisees' payroll needs. Franchisees are prohibited from using any other payroll service provider. City Wide retains "read only" access to the franchisee's payroll records. This access is solely for the purpose of aggregating data for analysis and reporting.
Prospective franchisees should factor this cost into their initial investment and ongoing operational expenses. The requirement to use ADP Payroll Services ensures standardization across the City Wide franchise system, allowing the franchisor to collect and analyze data effectively. However, franchisees should confirm with City Wide and ADP Payroll Services what specific services are included in this cost range and if there are any additional fees for specific payroll needs or reports.