How do restaurants know which system to choose because of many software and hardware options available?

It is the first step to choose between a server based and cloud-based system, it’s important to note that these systems operate differently.

The first step is to choose between a local and cloud-based POS system as both of them operate differently and can offer restaurateurs new insights into their business.

1. Real-Time Data Access from Anywhere

Cloud-based POS systems allow owners to access real-time data from anywhere, at anytime with a tablet or mobile. It is useful for managing multiple locations. Ensuring business owners that their business is providing maximum efficiency even when they’re not physically present.

Owners and managers of restaurants can remotely monitor real time business updates, view sales and transaction history, track best selling items and many more with the help of cloud-based POS systems. Cloud systems can integrate all of the data so restaurateurs have an accurate and consolidated understanding of their business cash flow thus helping to run the operations as efficiently as possible.

2. Improve FOH Speed

Cloud-based POS systems can be easily integrated with the new restaurant hardware such as tablets and mobile phones. The mobility of front of house staff can be increased with the tablet POS and ultimately improve customer experience. Cloud-based tablet POS systems can be integrated easily with the features like loyalty programs and rewards systems.

Servers can directly send the orders to the kitchen with a tablet POS and ultimately provide smoother, quicker service. Front of house staff will experience more flexibility while taking orders and payments just right at the table and saving a lot of time for them.

3. More Secure Data

Another benefit is enhanced security. Data can be accessed by the cloud-based POS system using an internet infrastructure via a remote server. Data is automatically backed up and synced providing better protection and updated information. There is no need of software updates.

The other advantage of these systems is also less susceptible to viruses. Hiring technicians to mitigate when a data breach occurs, IT professionals guard and maintain data around the clock.