Can Engineering For Kids franchisees be charged for set-up of the Computer System?

According to Engineering For Kids' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for the costs associated with the Computer System and Required Software. Engineering For Kids franchisees must implement, periodically upgrade, and make changes to the Computer System and Required Software as reasonably requested by Engineering For Kids.

The franchisee bears the expense of complying with the specifications issued by Engineering For Kids for the Computer System, Required Software, and Computer Upgrades. These expenses may include monthly licensing and support fees, as well as charges for installation, set-up, and/or training. These charges could be payable to the supplier of such services or items, which may include Engineering For Kids or its affiliates.

Engineering For Kids also requires franchisees to provide unimpeded access to their Computer System and Required Software, including all information and data maintained on it. All data pertaining to the Franchised Business is deemed to be owned exclusively by Engineering For Kids, who has the right to use such data in any manner they deem appropriate without compensating the franchisee.