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In today’s competitive hospitality market, restaurant owners are expected to juggle exceptional customer service, tight labor resources, cost controls, and operational efficiency—all at once. One of the most powerful ways restaurants are staying ahead of the curve is by embracing automation through point-of-sale (POS) systems enhanced with artificial intelligence (AI). Far from being a luxury, AI-powered automation is quickly becoming an accessible tool for restaurants looking to streamline operations and increase profitability.

The Growing Role of Automation in Restaurants
Automation in restaurants once meant simple conveniences like self-service kiosks or online ordering. Today, it includes advanced tools powered by AI that eliminate repetitive tasks, reduce human error, and enhance security. Modern POS systems can now interpret data, learn from collected data, and provide actionable insights that improve both the front- and back-of-house.
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Restaurants that invest in AI automation services are rewarded with reduced operational overhead and enhanced efficiency in the front and back of house operations—key drivers of customer satisfaction and repeat business.

​Aldelo Express: AI-Powered Tools That Make a Difference
Aldelo Express is a cloud-based restaurant POS platform that offers multiple AI-driven features to simplify everyday operations. With these tools, restaurant operators can spend less time on manual tasks and more time creating memorable guest experiences.

​Here are a few standout examples:

• AI Menu Item Prediction: As users type item names into the back-office menu database, the system predicts and suggests menu names based on thousands of entries used in other Aldelo Express terminals. This reduces setup time and improves reporting accuracy, across POS terminals, digital menus, and self-service Kiosks.

• AI Menu Builder: First, restaurant staff scan physical menus using cameras built into their non-proprietary tablets. Then, the AI Menu Builder scans, detects, and populates menu item names, descriptions, and prices to build the Aldelo Express menu database. This significantly reduces data entry time and ensures consistent menu formatting across all platforms, including at customer-facing order entry points.

• AI Tip Adjust Automation: At the end of serving customers, manually entering handwritten tip amounts is time-consuming and prone to error, especially when managing multiple tickets. Aldelo Express uses AI to read handwritten tips on guest checks, automatically entering the correct amount to expedite the checkout process and ensure accurate reports.

• AI Facial Recognition Login: Managing secure access to the POS system is critical for protecting sensitive restaurant data. Aldelo Express offers AI Facial Recognition Login, which allows staff to log in and managers to conduct manager functions quickly and securely with just a glance. This touchless, fast authentication method not only reduces login time but also eliminates the need for passwords or PINs, enhancing both security and efficiency.

Why Automation is the Future
Labor shortages, rising costs, and increased demand for convenience mean restaurants can no longer rely solely on traditional methods. Automation enables businesses to do more with fewer resources—something that’s increasingly vital in today’s economy.

AI-enhanced POS systems help reduce training time, improve order flow, and reduce costly mistakes. They allow owners to view real-time data across locations, optimize menus, and adapt faster to customer preferences. In other words, automation is not just about doing things faster—it’s about doing them smarter.

Step Into the Future with Aldelo Express
Restaurant automation isn’t a passing trend—it’s a long-term solution to evolving industry challenges. As AI continues to transform the capabilities of POS systems, platforms like Aldelo Express Restaurant POS are leading the way with practical, easy-to-use features that make a measurable impact.

Learn more by contacting an Aldelo representative today at [email protected] or 925-621-2410

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​Restaurants that use ultra-competitive
Aldelo Pay or Aldelo Partner Merchant Services
obtain access to
a Centralized Multi-Store Restaurant Technology Platform
that includes Masa+ Online Ordering,
Unlimited Software Releases,
​Unlimited Software Upgrades, and 24/7 Technical Support!


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Please contact an Aldelo representative today for more details, 
including a free Aldelo Express POS demo trial

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