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Limitations of Tablets as a POS

Using a tablet PC as a point of sale (POS) system in the restaurant industry has its advantages, but it also comes with limitations. If you’re considering making the switch make sure to understand how these two options differ to discover which is your best fit as there are a few disadvantages of using a…

Four Ways Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Hospitality Industry

Point of Sale, Restaurant, Technology

Creative Commons Licences Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been turning up in more and more industries, and everywhere it goes it’s making a major difference for companies, customers and crews. The restaurant industry is no exception, though the ways it’s changing in response to the new capabilities of AI may surprise you. Here are four unexpected…

Load Shedding: The Impact on South Africa’s Restaurant Industry

Point of Sale, Restaurant

Ivan Radic CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons Load shedding, the deliberate shutdown of power supply in certain areas to prevent a total grid collapse, has become a recurring challenge in South Africa. The impact of load shedding extends to various sectors, including the restaurant industry. In this blog post, we will explore the repercussions…

How To Create a Sustainable and Socially Responsible Restaurant

Food Cost, Restaurants

As environmental concerns continue to grow and consumers become more conscious of their impact on the planet, it’s important for businesses to adopt sustainable practices. In the food industry, this means creating sustainable and socially responsible restaurants. By doing so, restaurateurs can not only reduce their environmental impact but also attract more customers who prioritize…

2023’s Hottest Food Trends

Food Cost, Point of Sale

If you are a chef or restaurateur, you probably already realize that trends in the food industry can change faster than in fashion. What people are raving about today may well be old hat tomorrow, and the in-crowd will quickly move on to the next food fad without giving it a second thought. Thankfully, with…

Should You Raise Menu Prices to Cover Input Costs?

Food Cost, Point of Sale

Input costs are rising in the hospitality industry, and it’s up to you to find a balance to manage them without sacrificing the quality your customers expect. The 2020s have brought rising input costs that have affected the entire restaurant industry. Shortages and supply chain issues, long delays in what should be fresh food and…

Effects of Rising Cooking Oil Prices (And Other Input Costs) On The Restaurant Industry

Point of Sale, Restaurant, Restaurant Profitability

Creative Commons Licence Cooking oil prices have been rising. Is your restaurant ready to handle the effect this will have on your profits and operating costs? Cooking oil is one of the must-have supplies that almost every restaurant needs in order to operate. Unfortunately, cooking oil prices have been soaring lately, and the cost hikes…

7 Common Mistakes Restaurant Servers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

Customer Loyalty, Food Cost, Food Service, Uncategorized

The success of every business revolves around its customers, and if you are in the hospitality industry, you know the importance of customer experience. Good service can lead to higher customer satisfaction and increased return clients. The quality of service waiters and waitresses provided has a big impact on your customers. If your restaurant servers…

Top 8 Characteristics of a Successful Restaurateur

Point of Sale, Restaurant Profitability

As a successful restaurateur you may be curious about how you can obtain and maintain a successful restaurant. Whether you are starting out or have been in the business for a long time, there is always room to enhance customer satisfaction, improve customer loyalty, reduce wasted time and resources and boost revenue. The majority of…

6 Ways to Grow your Restaurant in the Digital Age

Online Ordering, Point of Sale, Stock Control

Kitchen Display System(KDS) A restaurant’s success depends on key factors that can stimulate business growth. The main factor is providing products and services that satisfy your customers and keep them coming back. The secondary factor is collecting, analyzing, and understanding data from different areas in the restaurant so you can maximize customer satisfaction and revenue.…