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Can Small Adjustments Make a Big Impact?

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand May 18, 2020

Many times, to see growth or impact within our business, we require the best of the best of technology. When you purchased your first POS system you thought that this was the first and last POS you would use, only to notice a few weeks in that it might not have been what you were hoping for. This is why I recommend reading our five mistakes to avoid when purchases a POS here. After you've found the perfect POS for your business, we want to help provide value to our clients by showing that with..

Topics: Point of Sale, Tableside Ordering

First Data’s Clover Flex joining forces with Givex POS

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand May 11, 2020

As commerce evolves beyond brick-and-mortar stores, it requires businesses to provide their customers with a seamless experience. It is through that evolution that we are pleased to announce that Givex POS has integrated with First Data's Clover Flex for their payment technology.

The State of Restaurants: Time to Adapt

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand May 4, 2020

The restaurant industry is well-versed in overcoming issues like tight margins, short deadlines, fierce competition, and the need to adapt quickly to meet new challenges. COVID-19 has already had a significant impact on the hospitality industry and over time, the full effects will become clear. It’s a stark reminder of the need for agility in the sector, but also of the fundamental role that such establishments play in people’s lives.

Topics: Point of Sale, Delivery Service, online ordering

How to Promote Gift Cards At Your Restaurant During COVID-19

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand April 27, 2020

COVID-19 has dramatically changed the way restaurants are currently operating. Some have closed their doors, others are doing take out only, and others are experimenting to sell leftover goods directly to customers. The overall projection for the industry quarter was foreshadowed to be slightly down. Fast-casual services however have taken the biggest hit during this pandemic, with sales declining to an upwards of 21%. Peter Piper Pizza Parent CEC Entertaining announced a 21.9% decline in..

Topics: Gift Cards

4 Advantages for In-House Online Ordering System for..

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand April 20, 2020

Before the strike of COVID-19, a survey performed by the National Restaurant Association discovered that "nearly three-quarters (74 percent) of millennials said they would order delivery from a table service restaurant if available, compared to 56 percent of all adults. At limited-service restaurants, the demand for delivery is even higher. Eight in 10 millennials (ages 18-34) said they likely would use delivery, compared with 60 percent of all adults."

Topics: Delivery Service

Free Online Ordering on Us!

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand April 13, 2020

Here at Givex, we understand that the COVID-19 crisis has had negative impacts that resulted in a lot of restaurants closing their doors. The National Restaurant Association has been promoting useful tips on how restaurants can survive by utilizing delivery services and take out.

Topics: Point of Sale, Delivery Service, online ordering

2020 Restaurants Canada Show Recap

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand April 6, 2020

On March 1st- 3rd, Canada’s leaders in foodservice and hospitality gathered at the Exhibition center in Toronto to take part in the 2020 Restaurants Canada Trade Show. Each year the show is focused on trends and innovation within the foodservice industry.

Topics: News

DoorDash: #OpenToDelivery

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand April 2, 2020

Over the past few weeks, the Government had to restrict the operation of restaurants resulting in a lot of doors closing. According to the National Restaurant Association, “the COVID-19 pandemic is the greatest crisis the industry has ever faced, that could reach to at least $225 billion during the next few months”. Doors are shutting, and restaurants are trying to find any and every way possible to still serve their customers, primarily through remaining open for delivery and take out.

Topics: Point of Sale, Delivery Service

COVID-19: Our Survival Guide for Restaurant Owners

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand March 24, 2020

It's a very challenging time in the world right now. The impacts of COVID-19 are harming local businesses and restaurant owners. There are a lot of precautions being taken from canceling events to restricting public gatherings of no more than 50 people currently. The daily news frequently contains new government policies to aid fellow citizens and businesses. Although restaurant owners are confused and fearful of the future, we want to let you know that there are a lot of ways you can survive..

Topics: News, Delivery Service

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