As the hospitality industry strides further into 2025, one thing is clear: technology isn’t just a convenience — it’s a necessity. Operators across the on-premise sector are leveraging innovative solutions to streamline operations, elevate customer experiences, and drive revenue growth. Among the leaders in this technological revolution is BeerBoard, whose SmartOrders and SmartBar solutions are transforming the way venues operate.
Why Technology is the Top Trend in Hospitality
The pandemic catalyzed the need for digital transformation, and the industry hasn’t looked back since. Customers expect seamless experiences, and operators are searching for ways to increase efficiency in a competitive market. From real-time inventory management to AI-driven analytics, technology is empowering operators to do more with less.
In 2025, three key areas are driving tech adoption in hospitality:
- Efficiency: Reducing operational bottlenecks with automated solutions.
- Customer Experience: Enhancing interactions through personalized and frictionless service.
- Revenue Optimization: Leveraging data-driven insights to boost profitability.
BeerBoard: Empowering Operators with Cutting-Edge Solutions
BeerBoard has emerged as a pivotal player, providing tools designed to meet the specific needs of the hospitality sector. By addressing operational challenges head-on, their technology is helping operators run smarter, not harder.
SmartOrders: Streamlining the Ordering Process
SmartOrders is BeerBoard’s answer to the inefficiencies of traditional ordering systems. This platform simplifies the way operators manage beverage orders by providing:
- Automated Ordering: Reduce manual entry errors with AI-driven recommendations based on sales trends and inventory levels.
- Supplier Integration: Centralize communication and order placement across multiple vendors in one platform.
- Actionable Insights: Leverage predictive analytics to forecast demand, ensuring you’re never over- or under-stocked.
“We love making decisions based on the numbers and current trends. What BeerBoard has done is give me the ability to not only look at brands, but styles, with my supplier partners,” said John Lane, Owner of Winking Lizard Tavern.
SmartBar: Optimizing Bar Operations
SmartBar brings precision and visibility to the heart of on-premise venues: the bar. It’s designed to enhance productivity and revenue with features like:
- Pour Management: Track every ounce poured to reduce waste and increase accountability.
- Dynamic Pricing: Adjust pricing in real-time based on demand, ensuring maximum profitability.
- Performance Metrics: Access dashboards that reveal top-performing products and staff insights.
“Data and insights are extremely important to our industry, and specifically our business. BeerBoard’s technology provides the perfect tools to help us identify areas where we are can be more efficient. The insights BeerBoard provides into real-time beer inventory and usage is second-to-none and will help us to grow our business,”said Mike Lester, a Walk On’s franchise owner at Walking Tall Brands.
Real Results: How BeerBoard Delivers Value
BeerBoard’s clients are seeing tangible results. Operators have reported:
- SmartBar: reduced carry cost of 10% or more and cut 4+ hours per week of manual labor at each location
- A 3%+ reduction in COGS thanks to SmartBar’s precise pour tracking and an avg increase of $45 in revenue per keg
- Optimized product mix with premier insights increases revenue per brand on avg by 18%+
“We have integrated connectivity from supply chain to our POS / back office, with output to our award-winning SmartMenus offering,” said Jerry Yuhasz, Vice President of IT for Twin Peaks Restaurants. “This has driven out shrinkage, inaccurate buys and promotes targeted brands – all within the same platform.”
The Bottom Line
In 2025, technology isn’t just a competitive advantage for the on-premise hospitality industry — it’s a lifeline. BeerBoard’s SmartOrders and SmartBar solutions are proof that embracing innovation can drive efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and boost revenue.
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