Goliath Consulting

JULY 11, 2025

Operators are leaning into four types of AI—Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Conversational AI, and Predictive AI—to streamline operations, reduce waste, and personalize the guest experience in ways that weren’t possible just a few years ago. Guest experience is also getting a high-tech upgrade.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Customers expect to browse menus, place orders, and pay for their meals with just a few taps of their phones. For restaurant operators, this presents both an opportunity and a challenge: how to implement an online ordering system that maximizes revenue while maintaining control over their customer relationships. billion in revenue.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2024

For restaurant operators, these challenges underscore the importance of thoughtful decisions that boost efficiency and drive customer retention. Data-backed loyalty programs, in particular, present a key opportunity for marketers to foster deeper customer connections in 2025. Start small by choosing technology that connects easily.

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ChowNow

MARCH 13, 2025

Juggling multiple food delivery apps means switching between tablets, manually entering orders into the POS, and trying to keep track of ever-changing fees and commissions. What should be a reassuring sightscreens full of customer ordersis actually a logistical nightmare. But what if all your food delivery apps were in one place?

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

What was once a gradual process turned into a rapid transformation, permanently reshaping how restaurants operate and interact with customers. Customers have now fully embraced the benefits of using restaurant technology, and to keep up with guests evolving expectations, the tech industry is growing at an incredible rate.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

POS integrations simplify restaurant operations by automating tasks, reducing errors, and improving customer service. Customer Experience : Faster service with accurate orders via kitchen display systems and online ordering platforms. When backend systems work efficiently, it leads to faster, more accurate service.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

There was a time when 70% of F&B employees didn’t receive training for customer service. Without the right training, even the best menu or ambiance can fall short due to poor service, leading to dissatisfied customers and lost revenue. A well-structured restaurant training program will let you turn this around.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

In this article, well show you how to consolidate your delivery apps into one system so you can end tablet chaos, improve takeout operation, and ensure customers get their food fast, hot, and, most importantly, accurate. Without a centralized way to manage orders, mistakes pile up quickly, causing headaches for both staff and customers.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

However, it’s best to understand how cost-effective your current customer acquisition efforts are before dedicating resources to it. Knowing how to calculate and optimize your customer acquisition cost (CAC) can help you make smarter decisions about your marketing and advertising strategies.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

POS systems do more than just process payments they enable restaurants to personalize menus by analyzing customer data. Learn more in our latest post: How POS Systems Enable Menu Personalization. Customer Insights : Track orders, dietary preferences, and trends. This ensures menus are always accurate and up-to-date.

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ChowNow

MARCH 21, 2025

Understanding your target market is the foundation of making smart decisions for your menu, pricing, and overall guest experience. Key customer factors that influence dining preferences, from demographics to behavior. A restaurant target market is the specific group of customers your restaurant is designed to attract.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

If your business isnt keeping up with the changes, you risk falling behind and not meeting modern customer expectations. For operators, restaurant apps mean higher sales, greater customer retention, and smoother day-to-day operations. Online ordering and delivery apps. Here is an example of a restaurants branded app.

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ChowNow

MARCH 27, 2025

These metrics give you a clear picture of your delivery performancefrom order volume and customer retention to delivery speed and profitability. Without KPIs, spotting inefficiencies in your workflow is nearly impossibleleaving you without the data needed to make informed decisions and grow your online sales. What Impacts Order Volume?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 17, 2025

As restaurant brands grow, there is an increasing realization that loyalty and guest experience cannot live in isolated departments anymore. That is why breaking down silos between marketing and information technology (IT) has become more than a smart operational move, but a competitive imperative. Recognize anniversaries.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Email marketing might not be as flashy as social media marketing, but for restaurants, its possibly the most effective way to stay connected with customers. Unlike social media platforms, where the algorithm overlords dictate who will and will not see your posts, emails go straight to your customers inboxeswhich they check daily.

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Lavu

MAY 2, 2025

With the right POS features for allergen management, restaurants can track ingredients, flag allergens, and communicate vital information quickly between staff and customers. A well-equipped POS system helps reduce human error, improve kitchen workflows, and build guest trust. Lets explore each feature in detail.

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ChowNow

MARCH 27, 2025

Menu pricing isnt just about covering costsits about finding that sweet spot where profitability, customer perception, and operational reality meet. Too high, and youll drive customers away. High-end restaurants can charge more for the experience, leaving wiggle room for a higher food cost percentage.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

From improving your Google listing to leveraging customer reviews, these tips will show you how to boost your visibility and drive more traffic to your restaurant. If your website isn’t optimized for mobile, you could be losing out on potential customers. This way, you won’t need to code your site from scratch.

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The Rail

MARCH 31, 2025

In the end, restaurant groups can turn managing multiple offices into a competitive advantage by focusing on these key areas, which will drive customer happiness and the business forward. Real-Time Data Sharing: Multiple teams can get the latest information when data is shared in real-time. This drives long-term success and management.

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Lavu

APRIL 17, 2025

Personalized restaurant marketing using POS data is a powerful way to drive sales and foster customer loyalty. By tapping into the insights your POS system provides, you can tailor marketing efforts that speak directly to the needs and preferences of your customers. Here’s how: What is POS Data?

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Lavu

JULY 3, 2025

SaaS POS systems offer a flexible, cloud-based solution that helps restaurants streamline operations, reduce costs, and scale with ease. In this post, we’ll explore why SaaS POS is not just a trend but the future of restaurant management. Often the technician would have to visit your premises for the repairs to be done.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Start by analyzing these Top 7 POS Sales Reports to know where your restaurant is headed. These reports help you understand sales trends, manage inventory, optimize staffing, and improve customer satisfaction. Customer Reports : Understand guest behavior, loyalty, and spending habits to enhance customer engagement and retention.

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Lavu

MARCH 13, 2025

POS systems do more than handle payments they utilize POS data to help restaurants analyze and manage seasonal sales trends. By leveraging POS data, restaurants can adjust inventory, staffing, and marketing strategies to maximize profits during busy periods and minimize waste during slow seasons.

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ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

Every day, youre juggling staff, food quality, inventory, customer service, purchasing, and moreall while trying to cultivate a dining experience that wows your customers enough to keep them coming back. Customer Service and Experience Great food and drink is only truly enjoyed when its coupled with a great service experience.

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Lavu

JULY 4, 2025

A modern Restaurant POS System does far more than just process payments—it powers the entire dining experience. From managing orders and tracking inventory to analyzing sales data in real time, today’s POS systems are essential tools for restaurants of all sizes. Wondering what is a POS system for a restaurant?

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Lavu

JULY 11, 2025

Cloud-Based POS Systems are transforming how restaurants operate by enabling remote management, faster updates, and seamless integration with other tools. Cloud-based POS systems are transforming the restaurant industry by addressing common challenges like outdated technology, inefficiencies, and data management issues.

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ChowNow

MAY 16, 2025

Understanding what customers order, when they order, and how often is an untapped goldmine of information for restaurant operators. Using that data can help you answer questions like: Are we pricing our bestsellers too low or overpricing items customers arent buying? What do repeat orders say about our customer preferences?

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ChowNow

MAY 2, 2025

Youre not just managing food and staff, youre battling slim profit margins, high operating expenses, and constantly changing customer preferences. And while the odds improve with experience, restaurant ownership is still tough. The Alternative: Validate your idea, clarify your customer base, and align pricing with your market.

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Lavu

JULY 25, 2025

Your POS system does more than process payments—it reflects the overall health of your restaurant. From wait times and staff efficiency to sales trends and customer satisfaction, POS system performance offers critical insights into daily operations. POS systems come in as many different flavors as there are businesses.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Your waiters and waitresses are the face of your establishment, shaping the customer experience and directly impacting revenue. Waiter interview questions to ask: What experience do you have as a waiter or waitress? What does excellent customer service mean to you? Tell us about a time you dealt with a difficult customer.

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ChowNow

APRIL 11, 2025

Its going to get dropped, splashed with sauce, and maybe knocked off the bar by a customers pursethats just part of the deal. Make sure your tablets work with your existing systems Before choosing a particular tablet brand for your business, make sure it actually works with the POS system and other systems you already use.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Yes, it does take time, but not as much as youd think, so long as you follow these seven stepsyour team will learn faster, retain information better, and not disrupt business. The reality is that restaurant teams are busy, and learning a new POS system, delivery app, or inventory tool can feel like one more thing to juggle.

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Lavu

JULY 18, 2025

Long wait times can lead to frustrated customers and lost revenue. That’s where the right POS features make a real difference. In this post, we’ll explore five essential POS features designed to reduce wait times and deliver faster, more efficient dining experiences. times faster than traditional methods.

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The Rail

DECEMBER 2, 2024

By Kateryna Reshetilo, Contributor Are you a restaurant owner looking for ways to keep up with the fast-changing demands of your customers? Today, more than ever, restaurants are turning to custom-built apps to improve convenience, streamline operations, and foster customer loyalty. If so, you’re not alone. from 2023 to 2030.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Whether through supporting local charities or participating in food drives, local restaurants can become go-to places for customers who want to support their community. It helps allocate resources directly to those who are most likely to become loyal, repeat customers.

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Lavu

JULY 25, 2025

Mobile POS systems are transforming the way restaurants and cafés handle transactions, offering a more convenient, efficient, and customer-friendly solution. With the rise of contactless payments and tableside ordering, mobile POS technology empowers staff to serve guests faster, reduce wait times, and improve overall service.

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Lavu

APRIL 17, 2025

When it comes to managing inventory, restaurants face a choice: POS inventory alerts vs. manual tracking. On the other hand, POS inventory alerts offer real-time updates, automate ordering, and minimize human mistakes. Lets dive into why upgrading to a POS system could be the smarter choice for your restaurants bottom line.

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