In our three-part series, The Need to Automate, we took a look at two areas that scream, “You need automation!” The foodservice department was one and the other was nutrition services. Now, we take our sights to retail foodservice, particularly the use of point-of-sale (POS) systems. In today’s world, a big revenue generator for healthcare facilities is the ability to… Read more →
Have you ever met a professional in your industry using a flip phone with no capabilities to take pictures or view the Internet? With all the advancements in technology, that device is simply outdated. Today’s cell phones are smarter: they’re filled with features such as sending & receiving instant emails, capturing video, GPS, playing music, and more. The more you… Read more →
With the introduction of the Apple iPad last year and a deluge of Android tablets coming out now, tablet devices have become a major driving force in not only the general consumer space, but in the business environment as well. But what is it about these devices that make them look so attractive to business users and how will this… Read more →
Scottsdale Healthcare is among the first in the healthcare industry to break new ground and pave the way for the road to automation. Comprised of three hospital campuses, Scottsdale Healthcare has successfully enhanced the foodservice process by integrating a digital 24-hour room service meal ordering system. As a direct result, the most important aspect of healthcare, the patient, is reaping… Read more →
This blog was posted by Georgie Shockey, Principal of Ruck-Shockey Associates, Inc.* Her firm has performed operational consulting services for over 14 years and draws on over 25 years of experience. Trends are fleeting, but those that remain sustainable are her focus. Making the right trend choice for certain time frames takes a solid platform of understanding and development of… Read more →
In July, we highlighted several attributes of the Baby Boomers and uncovered ways in which the 45+ age group is shaping society. Taking into account the considerable attention captured by a major generation of consumers, we felt it was appropriate to revisit the topic, but this time examine the habits of the Canadian Boomers…or as they call it in Canada,… Read more →
