Who determines the technology-related services associated with the Fitstop System?
Fitstop Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- 6.8 Telephone and Communications Systems. You must, if requested in writing by us at any time during the Term, at your cost: (1) install and use in the Franchise telephone and other communications systems (including point of sale hardware and software) specified by us for the operation of the Franchise; (2) change or upgrade any telephone and communications systems used in the Franchise which we consider obsolete or superseded, including installation of new telephone and communication systems specified by us; and (3) ensure that all telephone and communications systems are secure from unauthorized access or use.
You: must (1) pay on time all charges payable to any telecommunications service provider or to any other person in connection with the use of these systems; and (2) change, substitute, or discontinue the use of any communications number when requested by us.
We can require you, at any time and for any reason, to execute a transfer of any communications number to be held by us.
- ©2024 Fitstop USA, Inc. 6.9 Computer System; Required Software. You must at your cost: (1) install and use in the Franchise computer hardware and software which satisfies the functionality and specification requirements specified by us; (2) acquire and maintain software licenses in respect to all Required Software, whether covered by the Technology Fee or otherwise; and (3) change or upgrade any computer hardware or software used in the Franchise which we reasonably consider is obsolete or superseded, including installation of new computer hardware or software which satisfies the then current functionality and specification requirements specified by us.
For the purposes of this Section, we may, at any time during the Term, require you to purchase computer hardware or license software specified by us directly from us or, subject to law, certain
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 50–135)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Fitstop specifies the technology required for franchisees. Fitstop can request in writing that franchisees install and use specific telephone and communication systems, including point-of-sale hardware and software. Franchisees are also responsible for upgrading these systems if Fitstop deems them obsolete. Furthermore, franchisees must ensure these systems are secure and pay all related charges. Fitstop can also require franchisees to transfer any communication numbers to them.
Fitstop also specifies the computer hardware and software that franchisees must use, ensuring it meets their functionality and specification requirements. Franchisees must acquire and maintain the necessary software licenses, whether or not they are covered by the Technology Fee. They are also responsible for upgrading any obsolete computer hardware or software as reasonably determined by Fitstop. Fitstop may require franchisees to purchase computer hardware or license software directly from them or approved suppliers.
As a Fitstop franchisee, it is crucial to adhere to Fitstop's technology requirements to maintain consistency and security across the franchise system. Failure to comply with these requirements could lead to operational issues or breaches of the franchise agreement. It is also important to budget for potential technology upgrades and ongoing fees for software licenses and communication services.