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This June, restaurants are preparing to attract customers with Father’s Day specials, attracting customers with limited-time discounts, drawings and pools, free menu items, and loyalty/rewards campaigns. The National Basketball Association will be hosting the 2023 NBA Finals bracket competition, providing the ideal setting for watch parties and basketball themed promotions.

By encouraging customers to celebrate these simple and creative holidays at their restaurant, operators encourage new and existing customers to purchase food and drinks, sign up for a restaurant loyalty program, and buy gift cards that result in future visits.

​​Here are other ways to boost customer traffic this June 2023:

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Operating a food truck is an exciting but challenging adventure. Unlike brick-and-mortar operations, owning a food truck means going to where your customers are and building a customer base across multiple physical locations.

Here are the top 5 reasons why food trucks need Aldelo Express POS:

5. Mobility

The best thing about food trucks is their mobility. But mobility is also one of the most challenging aspects of running a food truck. Running a mobile food truck operation means serving customers with limited space, limited power, and potentially unstable internet connection. Aldelo Express POS offers an all-in-one mobile POS software solution to support fast order entry and digital payments from anywhere with a Wi-Fi or Cellular Data connection, allowing the POS system to roam with the truck.

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​With a variety of pizza sizes, crust types, sauces, dozens of topping choices and other options pizza menus are one of the most difficult menu databases to build. With Aldelo Express POS, operators can create a new store, build a comprehensive pizza POS menu, and add soft drink menu items in less than 30 minutes. With Aldelo Express merchants spend less time setting up their POS system and more time serving their customer base.

The Aldelo Express Pizza POS solution supports simple and fast order entry with:

• Up to 10 serving sizes
• Unlimited crust types
• Unlimited sauces
• Custom topping choices
• Specialty pizzas such as build-your-own, meat lovers, and more
• Image-based pizza POS menu item buttons

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Use of QR code-based digital payments has steadily grown across the restaurant point of sale industry. QR code-based e-Gift Cards, Rewards programs, and payment options eliminate the need for printing physical cards, prevent customers from losing physical gift cards, and avoid loss of funds due physical gift or reward card damage.

When customers select the “Pay” icon in the top right corner of the Masa+ mobile version and app, indicated by a “$” character, the QR code-based Masa+ Fast Pay feature locates and organizes applicable e-Gift and Rewards point values for a specific merchant in seconds.

​Masa+ Fast Pay then displays a single-use QR code within the customer's Masa+ wallet that consolidates available e-Gift or Rewards values based on the customer’s selection. Once restaurant staff scan the QR code with an Aldelo Express tablet POS device, the Aldelo Express POS system will then automatically locate the proper gift card or rewards credits to use to complete the transaction. Masa+ Fast Pay also supports secure QR code-based digital payments using personal credit cards. Customers may use a combination of e-Gift, Rewards and/or credit cards to pay the total bill amount.

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May is just around the corner, bringing along several opportunities restaurant owners use to boost sales and increase customer engagement. By encouraging customers to celebrate these simple and creative holidays at their restaurant, operators encourage new and existing customers to purchase food and drinks, sign up for a restaurant loyalty program, and buy gift cards that result in future visits.

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From early adoption of point of sale touch screens, QR code-based system linking and setup, and facial AI recognition-based security, Aldelo has long served everyday business owners with innovative technology solutions for their food service operation. Today, Aldelo continues to lead the restaurant point of sale industry by incorporating AI-based technology into the Aldelo Express Cloud POS back-office environment.

The newly released Aldelo Express AI-Based Menu Item Completion feature speeds up the menu creation process for food service operators. As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to be developed, the new Aldelo Express AI-Based Menu Item Completion feature is one of the first uses of AI technology made specifically available to benefit everyday restaurant owners.

How it Works

Much like a search engine auto-complete function, instead of manually typing the full name of every menu item during the menu creation process, the Aldelo Express AI-Based Menu Item Completion feature uses AI technology to detect the word being typed and present several menu item naming options for operators to choose from.

​This means that operators spend less time building and editing their restaurant’s menu and more time focusing on the day-to-day needs of their operation.

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With point of sale devices that support traditional countertop and roaming bar environments, Aldelo Express POS offers modern solutions and features that keep bars, pubs, and clubs running smoothly. Aldelo also helps owners take their business a step further with seamlessly integrated online ordering and delivery solutions and valuable third-party POS integration options that give business owners added control of their bar, pub, and club operation.

​Here are 5 reasons why bars, pubs, and clubs need Aldelo Express POS:

5. Speed

Speed is crucial for bar operations. Fast-paced bars and clubs require order entry that can keep up with busy periods. Aldelo Express point of sale provides “quick pick” ordering keys that support fast and efficient order entry and checkout, enhancing bar, pub, and club POS operations. By placing the most popular selling items on the main POS interface, staff swiftly has access to a combination of beers, specialty cocktails, and food with just a few motions.

Staff also easily handle upcharges with Aldelo Express charged modifiers that help prevent profit leakage in bar, pub, and club operations.

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Whether in person or online, QR codes are one of the easiest touch-free payment methods restaurants can offer customers today. Masa+, a native online ordering solution from Aldelo Express POS, supports QR code-based ordering, payments, gift cards, and more that business owners use to grow their customer base. As a native Aldelo Express solution offered to every Aldelo Express merchant at ZERO additional cost, Masa+ allows businesses to expand their restaurant services without paying third-party integration software fees or purchasing separate hardware.

Whether placed on table tent cards, counter stickers, window decals, floor stickers, or other signage throughout the restaurant premises, Masa+ QR Codes help businesses to streamline operations, reduce customer wait times, and increase customer satisfaction for customers dining indoors or enjoying an outdoor dining environment.

​Here are 3 ways to grow your customer base this spring using Masa+ QR codes:

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There are hundreds of reasons why Aldelo Express POS is a valuable point of sale solution for modern restaurants. When combined with Aldelo Pay merchant services, every native Aldelo Express feature, module, and software solution is included:

• iPad and Android-based POS software
• Order / Pay / Print at the Table
• Self-Service Kiosks
• Digital Kitchen Display System (KDS)
• Interactive Rear Displays
• Masa+ Online Ordering and Payments
• Labor Scheduling and Time Card Modules
• Inventory and Recipe Module
• Delivery Module
• Hostess Reservation Module
• Unlimited Software Licenses
• Unlimited Software Releases
• Unlimited Software Upgrades
• 24/7 Live Technical Support
• and More!

Here are some of the top ways Aldelo Express POS is a great return on your investment:

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Inventory management is crucial to the success of any restaurant. It is important to keep track of all the items in stock to ensure that they are being used efficiently, and to avoid waste and overspending on products that will end up being thrown away.

​Here are 10 ways you can control inventory in your restaurant:

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Restaurant owners may struggle to generate customer traffic during the rainy month of April. However, customers always enjoy having something to celebrate. By engaging your customers with clever marketing opportunities this April you can effectively promote your restaurant and encourage repeat visits.

Here are 5 engaging marketing opportunities for April 2023:

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Labor savings is a critical component of running a successful restaurant, and it can make all the difference between profitability and failure. The restaurant industry is notoriously competitive, and with rising food costs and overheads, operators need to find ways to cut costs wherever possible. Labor is a significant expense for restaurants, and finding ways to reduce labor costs without compromising the quality of food or customer service can be vital to a restaurant’s long-term success.

Here are 5 ways restaurants can save money on restaurant labor costs without sacrificing customer service:

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As a restaurant owner, you are always looking for ways to attract new customers and keep your regulars coming back for more. One way to accomplish this is through the implementation of a loyalty program with one or several campaigns. A loyalty program rewards customers for their repeat business, which leads to increased customer retention, increased customer satisfaction, and ultimately, increased revenue. In this post, we will review 5 steps to successfully implementing a restaurant loyalty program and how you can make more money with restaurant loyalty programs.​

Step 1: Identify Your Goals and Objectives

Before implementing a loyalty program, it's important to identify your goals and objectives. What do you hope to achieve by implementing a loyalty program? Are you looking to increase customer retention, boost customer spending, or both? Once you have a clear idea of your objectives, you can begin designing your program.

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Aldelo Express is a point-of-sale (POS) software designed specifically for restaurants. It provides restaurant owners with an array of features to manage their business, such as menu management, table service, order management, and inventory management. One of the features offered by Aldelo Express is a complete gift card program available through the Masa+ Digital Payments solution. In addition to being available to Aldelo merchants at zero additional cost, in this blog post we will discuss what a Masa+ Gift Card program offers a restaurant.

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As a restaurant owner, you know that the point of sale (POS) system is the backbone of your business. It handles everything from taking orders and payments to inventory management, and from customer data collection to financial reporting. That’s why it’s so important to choose a POS system that is proven, efficient, and effective.

Aldelo Express is one such POS system that has gained popularity among restaurant owners due to its comprehensive features and user-friendly interface. Plus, unlike its competition, Aldelo Express includes POS features, modules, and access to valuable third-party integrations at zero additional cost.

​Here are some of the reasons why Aldelo Express is a superior POS solution for restaurants:

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​There are many reasons why restaurants should purchase a point of sale system (POS). One is that a reliable point of sale solution will actually help a restaurant increase their sales and bottom line profits by effectively controlling the three “P’s” of a business: People, Payments, and Products. Systems like Aldelo Express POS help restaurant owners increase sales by stopping theft, enforcing proper pricing for each menu item, and encouraging customers to return to the business with integrated Masa+ Gift Card and Loyalty programs.

​Here are the top 5 ways Aldelo Express POS can increase sales for your restaurant:

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Restaurants have a lot of competition in the market. Increasing gift card sales can be an excellent way to serve existing customers and attract new customers. Gift cards can help restaurants generate revenue in advance, interest-free, and create loyal customers who keep coming back. Here are some key ways that gift cards will increase revenue for your restaurant.
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1. Promote Gift Cards In-Store and Online

One of the easiest ways to increase gift card sales is to promote them in-store and online:

• Have gift card signage prominently displayed at the point-of-sale
• Make sure that physical gift cards are visible and easily accessible to customers
• Promote gift cards on your website and social media channels

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In today's fast-paced world, having a reliable and efficient point of sale (POS) system is essential for restaurants to streamline their operations, increase revenue, and provide better service to their customers. A POS system is a software and hardware combination that allows restaurants to process payments, track sales, manage inventory, and perform other essential functions that are critical to their daily operations. In this blog post, we will discuss how a point-of-sale system helps a restaurant.

1. Process Payments Quickly and Securely

One of the most important benefits of a POS system is the ability to process payments quickly and securely. With a POS system, restaurants can accept different forms of payments, including credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments. This allows customers to pay in the way that is most convenient for them, which can improve customer satisfaction.

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For many, the month of March marks anticipation of Spring, St. Patrick’s Day festivals, and watching the annual “March Madness” college basketball tournament with family and friends. With these activities and more, there are many ways restaurants can tailor their March marketing to hungry customers.​

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​Compared to the market twenty years ago, digitally-driven communication and sales have rapidly changed the point of sale sales industry. Having an appealing, easy-to-use, and well-publicized POS reseller website helps Aldelo partners build new and existing customer relationships in their local markets, and expand their business into new sales territories.

​Here are the top three benefits of maintaining your POS reseller website:

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​​Why is Aldelo Express the best cloud point of sale platform on the market?