What software does Itan require franchisees to use for accounting functions?
Itan Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must purchase and use all Technology Systems we designate, including the following computer and pointof-sale system:
- 1 late model PC computer with current Pro version of Microsoft Windows
- 1 all-in-one printer/fax/copy/scanning machine
- Microsoft Office 365 with SharePoint
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- QuickBooks Online Plus
- Helios 12 point-of-sale system with 2 terminals
You must have high-speed Internet access. Our Learning Management System (LMS) houses all of our iTAN University training materials. We may change the components of the Technology Systems from time to time, including your computer system.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–31)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Itan's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to use QuickBooks Online Plus to perform accounting functions. This requirement is part of the broader technology systems that Itan mandates franchisees to use.
In addition to QuickBooks Online Plus, franchisees must also use other designated technology systems, including a late model PC computer with the current Pro version of Microsoft Windows, an all-in-one printer/fax/copy/scanning machine, Microsoft Office 365 with SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat Reader, and the Helios 12 point-of-sale system with 2 terminals. Franchisees must also have high-speed internet access.
The initial cost to purchase the computer system and point-of-sale system is estimated to range from $5,000 to $7,000. Franchisees are also required to pay a technology fee for certain software, technology, and related services provided by Itan. Itan has independent unlimited access to all data stored in QuickBooks Online Plus, as well as data stored in Microsoft 365 and the point-of-sale system.