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In the ever-evolving landscape of the restaurant industry, point of sale technology developments are essential to enhancing restaurant efficiency, customer experience, and overall profitability. Since its first Windows-based system of 1999, Aldelo has been at the forefront of developing leading-edge top-tier point of sale (POS) solutions for the restaurant industry. The commitment is met through continual year-round development of innovative point of sale solutions for all restaurant applications. In this blog post, we'll explore seven of Aldelo's cutting-edge contributions of 2023.
1. AI-Based Menu Item Prediction: POS Conformity and Consistency
Announced April 2023
Once again, in 2023 Aldelo took the concept of managing a restaurant to a whole new level with its second AI Automation Service: Menu Item Prediction, following the Aldelo Express AI Facial Recognition Login service released in 2021. As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to be developed, the 2023 release of Aldelo Express AI-Based Menu Item Prediction provides yet another ground-breaking use of AI technology made specifically available to everyday restaurant owners.
The Aldelo Express Menu Item Prediction service simplifies and speeds up the menu-building process by detecting words being typed and presenting several menu item naming options for operators to choose from. It not only saves managers time, but ensures menu item naming consistency and overall menu conformity at all Aldelo Express Point of Sale devices, kitchen tickets, guest receipts, and POS line-item reporting. With the Aldelo Express AI Menu Item Prediction service, restaurant owners and chefs can focus more time on crafting delightful dishes, and less time on POS menu management.
Announced April 2023
Once again, in 2023 Aldelo took the concept of managing a restaurant to a whole new level with its second AI Automation Service: Menu Item Prediction, following the Aldelo Express AI Facial Recognition Login service released in 2021. As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to be developed, the 2023 release of Aldelo Express AI-Based Menu Item Prediction provides yet another ground-breaking use of AI technology made specifically available to everyday restaurant owners.
The Aldelo Express Menu Item Prediction service simplifies and speeds up the menu-building process by detecting words being typed and presenting several menu item naming options for operators to choose from. It not only saves managers time, but ensures menu item naming consistency and overall menu conformity at all Aldelo Express Point of Sale devices, kitchen tickets, guest receipts, and POS line-item reporting. With the Aldelo Express AI Menu Item Prediction service, restaurant owners and chefs can focus more time on crafting delightful dishes, and less time on POS menu management.
2. "Shared Item" Feature: Enhancing Group Dining Experiences
Announced May 2023
Group dining can be a logistical challenge for both restaurant staff and customers, especially when it comes to splitting checks and tracking shared items. Aldelo's "Shared Item" feature simplifies this process, allowing restaurants to easily manage large parties and share the cost of single menu items across multiple guest checks at any time during the dining experience without restarting the order process.
With just a few simple interactions on an Aldelo Express tablet POS device, restaurant staff easily share one or multiple items across any number of newly generated guest checks. The result is stress-free transactions, less wait times, and increased customer satisfaction. This feature not only streamlines the dining experience but also ensures accuracy in billing and ensures great customer dining experiences.
Announced May 2023
Group dining can be a logistical challenge for both restaurant staff and customers, especially when it comes to splitting checks and tracking shared items. Aldelo's "Shared Item" feature simplifies this process, allowing restaurants to easily manage large parties and share the cost of single menu items across multiple guest checks at any time during the dining experience without restarting the order process.
With just a few simple interactions on an Aldelo Express tablet POS device, restaurant staff easily share one or multiple items across any number of newly generated guest checks. The result is stress-free transactions, less wait times, and increased customer satisfaction. This feature not only streamlines the dining experience but also ensures accuracy in billing and ensures great customer dining experiences.
3. Strategic Partnership with Evolv Merchant Processing: Seamless Transactions
Announced June 2023
In today’s competitive restaurant technology marketplace, merchants are looking for POS flexibility that best suits their needs. Aldelo's strategic partnership with Evolv Merchant Processing offers an end-to-end digital ordering and payment experience that is ideally suited for a broad variety of restaurant applications. The collaboration offers a seamless integration of Evolv digital payment processing services with the Aldelo Express Cloud POS platform, and is easily scalable to meet the evolving needs of today’s merchants.
Using Evolv’s merchant services, restaurant owners and operators accept secure digital payments in-store via tap, dip, and swipe at Aldelo Express iPad, Android, and Android Tablet-based POS terminals, as well as Android Mobile POS terminals for roaming transactions. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to offer restaurants solutions with a total cost of ownership that offers no surprises to restaurant owners.
Announced June 2023
In today’s competitive restaurant technology marketplace, merchants are looking for POS flexibility that best suits their needs. Aldelo's strategic partnership with Evolv Merchant Processing offers an end-to-end digital ordering and payment experience that is ideally suited for a broad variety of restaurant applications. The collaboration offers a seamless integration of Evolv digital payment processing services with the Aldelo Express Cloud POS platform, and is easily scalable to meet the evolving needs of today’s merchants.
Using Evolv’s merchant services, restaurant owners and operators accept secure digital payments in-store via tap, dip, and swipe at Aldelo Express iPad, Android, and Android Tablet-based POS terminals, as well as Android Mobile POS terminals for roaming transactions. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to offer restaurants solutions with a total cost of ownership that offers no surprises to restaurant owners.
4. AI Tip Adjust Automation Service: Improving Speed and Accuracy
Announced June 2023
Handling gratuities can be a complex and time-consuming task for restaurant staff. In 2023, Aldelo introduced its third AI Automation Service: AI Tip Adjust Automation. Tip Adjust Automation utilizes deep learning technology that processes customer handwriting styles and correlates an image of a printed guest check to an open check in the POS. It verifies the computation of the tip amount, and automatically closes the ticket.
Where applicable, Tip Adjust Automation identifies and auto-corrects mathematical errors caused by inaccurate “Tip” or “Total” values written in by customers on physical guest checks. Depending on a restaurant application or operation, staff can line up and process multiple receipts in seconds, providing staff more time to focus on delivering exceptional service.
This feature ensures staff receive accurate tip amounts and help management greatly reduce customer inquiries related to miscalculated tips and receipt totals.
Announced June 2023
Handling gratuities can be a complex and time-consuming task for restaurant staff. In 2023, Aldelo introduced its third AI Automation Service: AI Tip Adjust Automation. Tip Adjust Automation utilizes deep learning technology that processes customer handwriting styles and correlates an image of a printed guest check to an open check in the POS. It verifies the computation of the tip amount, and automatically closes the ticket.
Where applicable, Tip Adjust Automation identifies and auto-corrects mathematical errors caused by inaccurate “Tip” or “Total” values written in by customers on physical guest checks. Depending on a restaurant application or operation, staff can line up and process multiple receipts in seconds, providing staff more time to focus on delivering exceptional service.
This feature ensures staff receive accurate tip amounts and help management greatly reduce customer inquiries related to miscalculated tips and receipt totals.
5. Aldelo Express Coursing Solution: Precise Meal Preparation and Timing
Announced August 2023
Aldelo Express Coursing is a game-changer for kitchen operations. By coordinating wait staff and kitchen staff with clear communication and effective control of meal pacing, Aldelo Express Coursing improves kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction simultaneously.
With custom names for up to 10 courses per meal, and the option to auto-fire courses after an order is placed, the solution is more effective and technologically advanced than many native meal coursing integrations, utilizing kitchen printers and display systems to clearly show individual courses and streamline kitchen operations. The new solution also supports coursing by seat, to accommodate a customer’s unique meal pacing that directly translates into outstanding guest experiences.
Announced August 2023
Aldelo Express Coursing is a game-changer for kitchen operations. By coordinating wait staff and kitchen staff with clear communication and effective control of meal pacing, Aldelo Express Coursing improves kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction simultaneously.
With custom names for up to 10 courses per meal, and the option to auto-fire courses after an order is placed, the solution is more effective and technologically advanced than many native meal coursing integrations, utilizing kitchen printers and display systems to clearly show individual courses and streamline kitchen operations. The new solution also supports coursing by seat, to accommodate a customer’s unique meal pacing that directly translates into outstanding guest experiences.
6. Enhanced Onboarding Process for DoorDash Integration: Expanding Reach and Efficiency
Announced September 2023
In 2023 Aldelo updated its onboarding process for direct integration with DoorDash, a leading food delivery platform, and its own Aldelo Express POS system. This strategic enhancement improves restaurant operations by seamlessly connecting front-of-house and back-of-house functions with third-party DoorDash ordering and delivery services.
With this integration, orders placed on DoorDash are directly relayed to the Aldelo Express POS system and kitchen printers, eliminating the need for manual order entry. This not only streamlines order processing but also reduces the risk of errors, ensuring that orders are accurate and efficiently managed.
In short, the updated integration onboarding process makes it easy for restaurants to expand their reach and serve customers both in-house and through a seamless third-party delivery integration.
Announced September 2023
In 2023 Aldelo updated its onboarding process for direct integration with DoorDash, a leading food delivery platform, and its own Aldelo Express POS system. This strategic enhancement improves restaurant operations by seamlessly connecting front-of-house and back-of-house functions with third-party DoorDash ordering and delivery services.
With this integration, orders placed on DoorDash are directly relayed to the Aldelo Express POS system and kitchen printers, eliminating the need for manual order entry. This not only streamlines order processing but also reduces the risk of errors, ensuring that orders are accurate and efficiently managed.
In short, the updated integration onboarding process makes it easy for restaurants to expand their reach and serve customers both in-house and through a seamless third-party delivery integration.
7. AI Menu Builder: Builds Full Menu in Minutes
Announced November 2023
In the dynamic world of the restaurant industry, building and maintaining restaurant menus is crucial. Introducing new items, adjusting prices, or accommodating special promotions shouldn't be a laborious task.
With the release of the Aldelo Express AI Menu Builder, operators can enjoy a “scan-and-go” menu building experience whether they are setting up their POS menu database for the first time, or updating an existing menu with new items, prices, or item descriptions. Through a simple “scan-and-go” process, the “ground-breaking” Aldelo Express AI Menu Builder accelerates the traditional POS menu creation process, turning what used to take hours into a matter of mere minutes.
Announced November 2023
In the dynamic world of the restaurant industry, building and maintaining restaurant menus is crucial. Introducing new items, adjusting prices, or accommodating special promotions shouldn't be a laborious task.
With the release of the Aldelo Express AI Menu Builder, operators can enjoy a “scan-and-go” menu building experience whether they are setting up their POS menu database for the first time, or updating an existing menu with new items, prices, or item descriptions. Through a simple “scan-and-go” process, the “ground-breaking” Aldelo Express AI Menu Builder accelerates the traditional POS menu creation process, turning what used to take hours into a matter of mere minutes.
Wrapping Up Another Year of Unparalleled Market Value
In conclusion, Aldelo's contributions to the restaurant industry in 2023 are nothing short of remarkable. From leveraging AI to enhance menu management and tip handling to streamlining payment processing and improving kitchen operations, Aldelo continues to be a trailblazer in restaurant point of sale technology.
As the industry evolves, Aldelo's commitment to innovation ensures that restaurants stay ahead of the curve, providing better experiences for both customers and staff alike. With these groundbreaking advancements, Aldelo is helping shape the future of POS technology and dining experiences.
In conclusion, Aldelo's contributions to the restaurant industry in 2023 are nothing short of remarkable. From leveraging AI to enhance menu management and tip handling to streamlining payment processing and improving kitchen operations, Aldelo continues to be a trailblazer in restaurant point of sale technology.
As the industry evolves, Aldelo's commitment to innovation ensures that restaurants stay ahead of the curve, providing better experiences for both customers and staff alike. With these groundbreaking advancements, Aldelo is helping shape the future of POS technology and dining experiences.
Aldelo Express Cloud POS Offers Restaurants Unparalleled Value!
Aldelo Express Cloud POS is designed to be easily accessible to everyday merchants. By choosing Aldelo Pay payment processing or approved Partner merchant services, restaurant owners obtain access to a complete cloud POS solution that supports:
New merchants also benefit from cloud back-office management solutions, such as:
Learn more about the powerful Aldelo Express Cloud POS platform by contacting an Aldelo representative today at [email protected] or 925-621-2410
Aldelo Express Cloud POS is designed to be easily accessible to everyday merchants. By choosing Aldelo Pay payment processing or approved Partner merchant services, restaurant owners obtain access to a complete cloud POS solution that supports:
- E2E restaurant cloud POS software for iPad, Android Terminal, Android Tablet, and Android Mobile POS devices
- Masa+ Online Ordering, Payments, Loyalty, Gift and eGift
- Multiple Aldelo Express AI Automation Services
- Digital Kitchen Display Systems (KDS)
- Self-Service Kiosks
- Customer Displays
- Native Inventory Module
- Digital Table Management
New merchants also benefit from cloud back-office management solutions, such as:
- Automatic Cloud-Based Data Synchronizations Across Every POS Terminal
- Real-Time Inventory and Recipe Cost Control
- Reporting and Analytics
- Third-Party Integration Solutions
- And Much More
Learn more about the powerful Aldelo Express Cloud POS platform by contacting an Aldelo representative today at [email protected] or 925-621-2410
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! *** Please contact an Aldelo representative today for more details, including a free Aldelo Express POS demo trial [email protected] | 877-639-8767 | [email protected] |
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