Many restaurants have been considering making the move to mobile POS systems. While we're certainly a fan of these systems - after all we do make our own great Mobile POS Solutions - we believe that this is a decision that restaurants shouldn't take lightly.
There are some things that owners and managers should take into consideration before deciding whether they are ready to make the move to mobile POS. For instance, what is the problem you're hoping mobility will solve? If you merely want to get food to tables faster, a CVM kitchen display system may be enough to do the trick.
The next thing to consider is the risk of device damage. It's a sad truth that seven hundred dollar machines are no match for 35 cents worth of a spilled drink. This is why you need to crunch the numbers and think of replacement costs when you calculate the investment you're making in a mobile system. While you're at it, you should also factor in the cost of spares, since there's a good chance you'll need additional systems to use while others are charging.
Also, does your restaurant have the required IT infrastructure to keep all of the wireless POS systems connected to your network, no matter where there server goes in the restaurant? Are you protected against data breaches? Is your staff comfortable with carrying tablets and using the technology? These are all important things to consider when deciding whether to make the move to a mobile POS system.
Maitre'D can help your assess your mobile POS readiness, and walk you through everything you need to do to reap the many benefits of these systems.
