Attention all hotel, resort, restaurant, bar and coffee shop owners, we would like to present a software bundle that will transform your business in many ways. From procurement to payment, your business processes can be streamlined and automated, which frees up staff and allows them to focus on other aspects of the business.
In this short article, we delve into the many features and benefits of using a cloud-based digital platform from which to manage your hospitality business.
What is the cloud?
We’ve all heard the term and if you are not quite sure of the meaning, a cloud network is a secure digital platform with controlled access. All relevant employees are issued with a username and password that enables access from any location and using permissions, you can limit the data they employees can access. Much like on a computer, you can create folders, files and partitions and decide who has access to what, giving you complete control. The global leader is Futurelog and they can be contacted via their website.
Global access
Wherever you are, you can login to your cloud and so can authorised personnel; the chef has access to the digital recipes, which can be updated in real time and other branches have access.
Digital inventory management
Stocktaking can be a real nightmare; not so when you have a digital inventory management system in place – you can scan items in and out using a smartphone and an app, which gives you an accurate real-time account of all your stock, so you will never run out of anything. Your employees only need to download the app and they can scan items in and out using their smartphone camera; whenever you wish to carry out a stock-take, you get accurate real-time data. Set up notifications to alert you when stock items reach a certain level and you can even automate procurement.
Digital invoicing
Why not go paperless and set up a digital invoicing system? This can be automated, which saves you time and your customers will love the fact that they can settle their account on a secure digital platform. You can manage all accounts from a central interface that gives you complete control and with automation, your accounting staff can focus on other aspects of their job. The system integrates seamlessly with your existing invoicing set up, so your operation is not impeded in any way. Some entrepreneurs buy ailing businesses and turn them around, as this blog highlights.
Automated procurement
EDI and OCI connectivity empower you in a few ways; smart product searching and a fast approval process, really do make a difference and with thousands of suppliers on the network, you can use AI-driven data analysis to find the best deals.
To conclude, the benefits of switching to a digital inventory management platform are many and by streamlining your processes, your staff have the time to focus on customer service. Boosting efficiency and enjoying bank-grade cyber-security are also part of cloud-based management; the developer can tailor the features and variables to suit your business.