Can I use an equivalent PC instead of an Apple MacBook for my Gokhale Method franchise?
Gokhale_Method Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
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The items that you must purchase or obtain that must meet our specifications, but that you may obtain from any source are: an Apple MacBook with an Intel Core i5 processor or equivalent, MacOS 12 Monterey or later operating system, and at least 13 inch monitor; optionally an equivalent PC; an iPhone (iPhone 6S or later, running iOS 15 or above), iPad (running iOS 15 or above), or iPod Touch (with camera, 7th generation or later, running iOS 15 or above); a digital projector with sufficient brightness for your location; a projector screen with a diagonal measure of at least 60 inches; 1 exercise strap; 1 yoga mat; 2 pillows (not cervical pillows); 1 folding chairs; 2 height implements (e.g. buckwheat pillows or flannel sheets).
As a part of scheduling group Gokhale® Foundations courses, you must own or make available for use the following: one chair per student;
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 15–17)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Gokhale Method Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to have specific equipment, but can use an equivalent PC in place of an Apple MacBook. The FDD specifies that franchisees must have an Apple MacBook with an Intel Core i5 processor or equivalent, MacOS 12 Monterey or later operating system, and at least a 13-inch monitor. The document explicitly states that an equivalent PC is an acceptable alternative.
In addition to the computer, franchisees also need an iPhone (iPhone 6S or later, running iOS 15 or above), iPad (running iOS 15 or above), or iPod Touch (with camera, 7th generation or later, running iOS 15 or above), a digital projector, a projector screen, exercise strap, yoga mat, pillows, and folding chairs.
It is important for prospective franchisees to ensure that any PC they plan to use meets the specifications equivalent to the Apple MacBook outlined in the FDD. If there are any doubts about whether a particular PC meets the requirements, franchisees can seek clarification or approval from Gokhale Method International (GMI) on a case-by-case basis, as the FDD notes that exceptions to the equipment requirements may be approved by GMI.