Tableside Ordering

Tableside ordering and payment devices are beginning to gain more and more prominence in the United States, leaving restaurant operators to ask themselves two vital questions: "What are the benefits to my organization?" and "What do I need to do to implement it?"

Radiant Systems' acquisition of the Austria based wireless handheld ordering devise manufacturer, Orderman GmbH, is expected to become the global headquarters for mobile solutions.

HSI and Tiare Technology announce the development of intelliChaise, a wireless solution using Microsoft software that delivers food, beverages, and hotel amenities to guests with the touch of a button from any lounge chair at the pool.

Customers of Mexican eatery can page their server or request drinks and the check by pushing one of the tableside device's three buttons

Are you in the market for a new point of sale system? A sneak peek at Hospitality Technology's 10th annual Restaurant Technology Study tells us that one in five restaurant operators will look to replace their POS system within the next 12 to 24 months, with a keen eye to systems that can offer accounting and financial solutions, labor management, and business intelligence capabilities.

Three restaurant companies were presented with Hospitality Technology's third annual Breakthrough Awards at last month's annual Restaurant Executive Summit.

Take a stroll down Lexington Avenue in midtown Manhattan and you might be surprised by your dining options. No longer are you limited to a burger and fries; they've slowly been supplemented by hundreds of fast casual providers offering made-to-order salads, sandwiches, and even more exotic treats like Thai or Mexican. From Cosi to Europa, the goal is quick service in a relaxing atmosphere, and more often than not a healthier alternative.

Restaurants brave enough to go wireless benefit from the impact of maximum mobility