What is included in the estimated range for the POS system in the initial investment for a Fat Shack franchise?
Fat_Shack Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- Note 8: POS System. This item includes the estimated costs to purchase a computerized pointof-sale system ("POS System") loaded with software customized for FAT SHACK Restaurants. The low estimate reflects the charges for two POS System terminals and the high estimate includes four POS System terminals. The costs of the POS System hardware and software are paid to a third party supplier not related to us. See Item 11 for a description of the required computer hardware and software for your FAT SHACK Restaurant. There will be an initial set up fee charged by the POS System provider. You will also pay between $350 and $500 per month for required support and maintenance of your POS System. The amount of the initial set up fee charged and the first three months of support and maintenance charges are included in the estimated range shown in the table.
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 18–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Fat Shack's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment for a POS (Point of Sale) system ranges from $6,000 to $12,000. This range accounts for the purchase of a computerized POS system that includes software customized for Fat Shack restaurants. The lower end of the estimate covers the cost of two POS system terminals, while the higher end includes four terminals.
The costs associated with the POS system hardware and software are paid to a third-party supplier. In addition to the purchase price, the estimated range includes the initial set-up fee charged by the POS system provider, as well as the first three months of support and maintenance charges. Franchisees should budget an additional $350 to $500 per month for the ongoing required support and maintenance of the POS system.
Prospective Fat Shack franchisees should note that the number of POS terminals needed will depend on the anticipated volume of business and the layout of their restaurant. It is important to carefully consider these factors when budgeting for the POS system. The FDD advises that the franchisee will pay between $350 and $500 per month for the required support and maintenance of the POS System.