Currently, there are several ways to automate restaurants, bars, cafes and other institutions of this type. We will talk about one of them in this article. R-Keeper - what it is and how it works, as well as what functions this system performs, you can learn from this article. Immediately, we note that this automation method is in incredibly high demand, since it allows you to save quite a lot of money, and indeed strength.
R-Keeper Program: General
To be more precise, the main purpose of the system is to automate catering facilities as much as possible , that is, hotels, cafes, restaurants and so on. Although, as practice shows, similar software is used for other purposes. R-Keeper is suitable for both single and network type establishments. At the disposal of the system there are many tools that allow you to manage not only the institution, but also the warehouse, as well as production. But, in addition to this, the program contains a lot of innovative solutions that allow for more competent organization of personnel management. A distinctive feature of the system is that it requires only minimal maintenance, therefore, for R-Keeper the instruction is quite simple, and it does not need to be understood for a long time. It should also be noted that the utility is suitable for use in institutions regardless of their size and type, which is extremely important.
R-Keeper system - what is it and how does it work?
For stable operation of the system several conditions must be met. This is uninterruptible power supply, modern computer equipment, cable network through which information will be transmitted on the restaurant or cafe. As for the complete software, this includes several of the following modules: for waiters, cashiers, managers, and a warehouse accounting system . In addition, this also includes a discount system (personalized). You also need to pay attention to the fact that for the effective use of R-Keeper staff training is simply necessary. The same applies to the adjustment of the system, which must be performed by a specialist. I would like to note that from the day it was founded, and this was back in 1992, the program has only been improved, and today every manager of a restaurant or cafe knows what the Erkiper is. And now let's move on to the next point, in which we talk about the capabilities of the system.
Guest Loyalty Management Solutions
So, as noted above, from the day of its foundation, the system has only developed, and today there are a whole host of innovative solutions that allow guests of your restaurant or hotel to feel cozy and comfortable. The presence of R-Keeper 6 allows you to organize an established delivery service. In addition, it will be very useful for customers to be able to monitor the restaurant. But this is far from all, as the program provides for automatic reservation of tables in the hall and even an intelligent system for tracking the cash zone, which captures the most important events. Regular customers of your institution can get their own virtual card, which provides a discount on the order, the ability to send an SMS message to the waiter, etc. Of course, all this is convenient, especially considering that this kind of software does not require any special service, given periodic updates.
Cash and managerial automation level
So, let's talk about how to achieve the most effective results for the institution. It's about automation. The operational method, it is also a cash method, ensures the formation of a sales database as much as possible, and also automates the actual sales process. As for the restaurant office, that is, the managerial level, the main task of this module is to create various directories, to configure access levels and cash levels. Also included is the development of various marketing systems. As for the organization of accounting in the warehouse, for this the R-Keeper system uses a program called StoreHouse. The utility is fully compatible with 1C, which makes the work even more comfortable and fast.
About service features
As already noted above, Erkiper is a rather multifunctional application. Let's see what opportunities both clients and staff get. Firstly, it is almost 100% automation of the cashier, bartender, as well as the presence of an electronic menu for guests of the institution, using the iPad. There are also beer spill systems at tables, reservation of seats, inventory control. Secondly, it is a “smart” video surveillance, which we have already said a few words. Quite an important function can be considered the time planning staff of the institution. If necessary, you can include control systems for billiards, bowling, etc. Of course, Erkiper’s capabilities are not limited to this, and it will take too long to list all the strengths. So let's move on.
How to buy a program?
If you still decide to automate your restaurant or bar, then know that the program is paid, and you can purchase it only from an authorized dealer. Currently, it is about 90 cities across the Russian Federation. Therefore, you need to find a UCS provider, preferably in your or your nearest city. Before buying, pay attention to the availability of all licenses and permissions, since recently there are very often scammers who offer the installation of unofficial versions. Such software is not updated and will soon cease to work at all. In order not to become a victim of scammers, you need to contact the developer or official dealers directly. Be careful and pay attention to the availability of a package of documents, as well as the guarantees that you receive on Erkiper. The wizards must complete the full setup and connection of the system. You just have to send your staff to R-Keeper courses and get to work.
Specifications
Of course, it is extremely important to know what exactly you are buying. After all, sometimes it happens that the acquisition is completely useless. Let's look at the technical parameters of the Erkiper service. The first thing to say: all modules work on platforms with a 32-bit system. As for the operating system, it can be Windows or Linux. Another important point is that all drivers are updated automatically from the station, the same applies to the main program. You can not worry that your data will be lost, as it is stored on an encrypted SQL server. Directory synchronization is automatic; there is a function of delayed synchronization. Network protocols like TCP / IP are supported. If there is a disconnection, then everything will automatically resume, you do not need to do anything.
What do you need to know?
We can not say that the system has a lot of compatible interfaces. For example, 1C: Bookkeeping of the seventh and eighth versions, as well as the Restorun reservation system, etc. There are mandatory special monitors for the kitchen and devices that allow you to call the waiter at any time. Of course, all this is not only comfort, but also service improvement. Virtually no need to do anything, the system itself will calculate the amount of the order and issue a check. We already figured out with R-Keeper what it is and what the system is for, you should have understood. Of course, one cannot fail to mention weaknesses. Firstly, it is dependent on uninterrupted power supply and the Internet. If all this is ensured, then you can be sure that the Erkiper will not let you down at the most crucial moment. Since all the important information is stored in the cloud, you can not worry about safety - everything is reliably protected.
Conclusion
I would like to summarize some of the above. As you may have noticed, the system runs on a wide variety of cash registers. This is the station of the cashier, waiter, bartender and, if necessary, manager. The functionality of each of them differs in the same way as the main purpose. As a rule, they are all united in a local network, which allows you to instantly exchange important information, serve customers as quickly as possible and avoid mistakes. Well, that's practically all that can be said about R-Keeper. What is it, we figured out how it works - too. In any case, once you install the program, you will realize that it has become much easier to work. The same applies to staff. Your employees will work exactly as much as necessary, and not engage in recounts at the end of the work shift, because the system will calculate everything for you.