{"id":2186,"date":"2022-02-10T16:11:18","date_gmt":"2022-02-10T16:11:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mapalstg.wpengine.com\/en\/?post_type=resource&#038;p=2186"},"modified":"2026-09-24T13:00:45","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T12:00:45","slug":"the-ultimate-checklist-for-choosing-restaurant-management-software-1","status":"publish","type":"resource","link":"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/resources\/articles\/the-ultimate-checklist-for-choosing-restaurant-management-software-1\/","title":{"rendered":"The ultimate checklist for choosing restaurant management software"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-mapal-vertical-section alignfull vertical-section is-layout-flow wp-block-mapal-vertical-section-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-light vertical-section__container\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vertical-section__row is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-79dc550c wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vertical-section__content is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-content-section content-section wp-block-group mapal-pattern-resource-starter-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns content-section__columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c7ebd8d6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column wp-block-column--left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1150\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/BLOG_10404x-scaled.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/BLOG_10404x-scaled.png 2560w, https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/BLOG_10404x-300x135.png 300w, https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/BLOG_10404x-1024x460.png 1024w, https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/BLOG_10404x-768x345.png 768w, https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/BLOG_10404x-1536x690.png 1536w, https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/BLOG_10404x-2048x920.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-decide-if-a-restaurant-management-system-is-right-for-your-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-heading-4\"><strong>How to decide if a restaurant management system is right for your business<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you considering implementing restaurant software to help <a href=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/enhancing-customer-experience\/eguide-efficient-hospitality-team-management\">manage your teams<\/a>? Then this checklist is your greatest ally in helping you choose the most suitable option for your company. <strong>Go through this checklist for every scheduling and optimisation tool you&#8217;re considering<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After looking through each section and answering the questions, we guarantee you&#8217;ll have a much better idea of what to look for in restaurant management software.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After all, reading through long lists of restaurant software features is useless if you don\u2019t understand how they can benefit you and your people.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, we\u2019ve compiled this <strong>specific, yet straightforward checklist<\/strong> to help you decide:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list icon-list wp-block-group mapal-resource-checklist is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-is-layout-07c2ae01 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item icon-list-item wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-d03b20d7 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-indicator indicator is-style-secondary-s\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized indicator__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/mapal-theme\/src\/images\/icons\/form-check.svg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:24px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-88565953 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-label-md wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Team management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help you manage contracts, sickness, overtime, holiday requests, and leave and absence reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend choosing a tool that can schedule shifts only for available employees (taking their preferences and labour laws into account), like <a href=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/solutions\/workforce\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Workforce by Mapal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item icon-list-item wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-d03b20d7 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-indicator indicator is-style-secondary-s\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized indicator__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/mapal-theme\/src\/images\/icons\/form-check.svg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:24px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-88565953 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-label-md wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Employee app: for quick and easy mobile communication<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enable your employees to <strong>quickly communicate holiday requests, absences, shift changes and preferences, and clock in and out easily from their phones<\/strong>. Open communication and flexibility are key in increasing your teams&#8217; commitment and sense of belonging, as employees feel heard and understood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not only that, but simplifying these tasks eliminates lengthy approval processes for employees, resulting in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.siteminder.com\/r\/trends-advice\/hotel-management\/guest-service-staff-hotel-happy\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">better workplace climate<\/a>. Vital for efficient operations in hospitality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item icon-list-item wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-d03b20d7 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-indicator indicator is-style-secondary-s\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized indicator__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/mapal-theme\/src\/images\/icons\/form-check.svg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:24px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-88565953 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-label-md wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Time and attendance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Extremely useful for <strong>recording your team&#8217;s working hours. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many ways of recording working hours: QR codes, iris recognition, apps&#8230; <strong>Although one of the easiest ways is with Smart-Hub fingerprint recognition, an onsite and common device for all your team.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item icon-list-item wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-d03b20d7 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-indicator indicator is-style-secondary-s\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized indicator__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/mapal-theme\/src\/images\/icons\/form-check.svg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:24px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-88565953 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-label-md wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Last-minute shift scheduling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your tool should help you <strong>solve last-minute shift needs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suppose an employee is sick or there&#8217;s an unexpected increase in demand. In that case, <strong>the system should suggest available employees who are available and have the right job skills<\/strong>. Thanks to instant communication, you can solve issues like these in minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This function saves time and hassle and contributes to a better relationship with your team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item icon-list-item wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-d03b20d7 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-indicator indicator is-style-secondary-s\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized indicator__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/mapal-theme\/src\/images\/icons\/form-check.svg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:24px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-88565953 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-label-md wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Productivity optimisation with powerful algorithms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Automatic scheduling and accurate team planning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Powerful algorithms that accurately predict labour requirements to maximise productivity and reduce costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The system uses AI to create optimal schedules to reduce overtime, saving you time and money.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item icon-list-item wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-d03b20d7 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-indicator indicator is-style-secondary-s\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized indicator__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/mapal-theme\/src\/images\/icons\/form-check.svg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:24px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-88565953 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-label-md wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Multiple languages and regions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you part of an international chain or a growing organisation?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose a system that can be used in multiple languages and across different regions. That way, you maintain <strong>consistency across the organisation for easier management and reporting, while your teams feel comfortable working in their own language<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item icon-list-item wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-d03b20d7 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-indicator indicator is-style-secondary-s\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized indicator__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/mapal-theme\/src\/images\/icons\/form-check.svg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:24px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-88565953 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-label-md wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Variable pay, automatic and manual control<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While automation is essential, you may also need to <strong>manage pay and conditions manually in specific cases<\/strong>. The same goes for calculating variable remuneration and bonuses for different countries and collective labour agreements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item icon-list-item wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-d03b20d7 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-indicator indicator is-style-secondary-s\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized indicator__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/mapal-theme\/src\/images\/icons\/form-check.svg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:24px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-88565953 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-label-md wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Easy reporting and advanced insights, helping you make better decisions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Getting real-time information with quick and intuitive, new generation reporting is fundamental<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your tool doesn&#8217;t show information in real-time or creating reports takes time and effort, consider another option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Workforce provides real-time data, automatically and on the go.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item icon-list-item wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-d03b20d7 wp-block-mapal-icon-list-item-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mapal-indicator indicator is-style-secondary-s\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized indicator__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/mapal-theme\/src\/images\/icons\/form-check.svg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:24px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-88565953 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-label-md wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Full integration with other tools<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Perhaps one of the most important requisites<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your software doesn&#8217;t integrate with other systems, you won&#8217;t be able to collect data from other tools. The result is, of course, having to invest more time and money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/solutions\/integrations\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Workforce provides off-the-shelf interfaces<\/a> that integrate fully with POS, payroll and accounting software, like SAP and SAGE. <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you can see, choosing the right restaurant software needs careful consideration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/request-a-demo\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2023\" height=\"802\" src=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/workforce_demo_AD_EN.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/workforce_demo_AD_EN.png 2023w, https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/workforce_demo_AD_EN-300x119.png 300w, https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/workforce_demo_AD_EN-1024x406.png 1024w, https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/workforce_demo_AD_EN-768x304.png 768w, https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/08\/workforce_demo_AD_EN-1536x609.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2023px) 100vw, 2023px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-4-questions-to-consider-before-choosing-hospitality-management-software-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-heading-4\">4 questions to consider before choosing hospitality management software&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ve seen that <strong>restaurant management systems offer different characteristics and functions to simplify your team management<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, it&#8217;s easy to get carried away by the urgent need to find a solution, and we often don&#8217;t take time to think about what we really need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, besides different characteristics and functions, we must also consider the following questions before settling on hospitality management software:<br> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-does-the-supplier-understand-my-industry-and-its-needs-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-heading-5\"><strong>1. Does the supplier understand my industry and its needs?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are hundreds of hospitality management software available on the market. So, it&#8217;s vital to choose a provider that specialises in our industry and develops its products based on the sector&#8217;s current needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the benefits of industry-specific software is its ease of use and cost-effectiveness. They&#8217;re designed to meet the industry&#8217;s specific needs, so they don&#8217;t require such an investment in custom development.<br> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-does-the-customer-support-team-understand-my-company-s-operation-or-just-know-about-the-product-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-heading-5\"><strong>2. Does the customer support team understand my company&#8217;s operation or just know about the product?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing a software provider that knows how to support you and understands the need for a fast solution is fundamental.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A technical support team that has experience working in the hospitality sector and understands the intricacies of restaurant work will be far more empathetic and helpful in critical situations.<br> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-is-the-software-designed-to-support-my-company-s-growth-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-heading-5\"><strong>3. Is the software designed to support my company&#8217;s growth?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Opt for software designed to adapt to your company&#8217;s growth. You will avoid complications and have more control over your business, even if it undergoes exponential growth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Mapal, for example, we work alongside our customers to develop new functions to suit their changing needs.<br> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-heading-5\"><strong>4. If we open new sites, would&nbsp;we be able to use the same tool in different countries and languages?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most restaurant software is designed only for local and independent companies and doesn&#8217;t allow several languages.&nbsp; They often don&#8217;t adapt to other countries&#8217; laws and regulations either.&nbsp;This might not be a problem for your company at first, but what happens if it expands?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The answer is, you&#8217;ll probably have to invest more time and money in implementing another system that meets your needs at that given moment.&nbsp;You&#8217;ll also have to train your teams again to use a new system, which can be annoying and demotivating for everyone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s why it is crucial to invest in a system that supports your company&#8217;s growth and can be used across several countries and in different languages.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u21fe And remember to choose software that ensures you stay compliant with labour laws and quotas and can deal with pay structures and bonuses across different countries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The checklist and the four questions provided above will make your life a lot easier when choosing restaurant management tool.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend you take this into account for every option you consider. It is, without a doubt, the best way of making the right decision and avoiding complications in the future.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why not add <a href=\"https:\/\/mapal-os.com\/en\/solutions\/workforce\">Workforce by Mapal<\/a> to your list of potential software providers?<\/strong> Our hospitality management software offers all the functions mentioned previously. After all, our products are designed by hospitality, for hospitality.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What should you look for when choosing a restaurant management software? 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