Restaurant Cost Software, Restaurant Menu Costing

1. What kind of computer system do I need to be able to install and run Cost Genie 2.0 software?

IBM PC compatible system
Pentium 133 or faster
32 Megs (64 Recommended)
Windows 98, 2000, NT or ME
30 Meg Free Disk Space
Color Monitor (600x800 graphics mode)
Mouse

2. Do I have to have a lot of computer experience to run the program?

No, the program has been designed to be easy to use. You do need to know the basic fundamentals of operating a computer. You also should have some basic knowledge of Inventory Items and Recipes in the Food Service industry.

3. Do I need training?

No. The program is designed to be very user friendly. Many customers are entering inventory items within the first 10 minutes!

4. Is Cost Genie 2.0 a POS or Touch Screen System?

The program is designed to be used as a back-of-the-house restaurant management tool. It's primary purpose is to help you cost out your recipes and track your inventory. However, the program will work in conjunction with your POS system.

5. How difficult would it be to train someone to use the program?

It is pretty easy, especially if the person has a food service background. However, almost any computer literate person can be taught the program. They can input the data and you can run reports based on the data they have entered. Once your Inventory has been entered, you have completed 90% of the job because the rest is inter-related. For example, all Recipe data comes from the Inventory, Menu Items come from the Recipes and the Menu comes from the Menu Items and so forth.

6. How does the program handle prepared items that will be inventoried?

Initially a recipe will be completed on the prepared item. Then that recipe will be entered into "inventory" and handled as though you had purchased it. The only difference is the Pack Price will automatically update in a report.

7. Can the program tell me my actual usage?

It can take it one step further. Cost Genie 2.0 will calculate your actual usage AND - if you desire - it can be programmed to tell you what you need to order as well.

8. When I enter my purchases, how do I handle price changes?

Are all my recipes updated? When you enter your purchases (invoices) your recipes are automatically updated. You can put the "old price" in to the" price history report" for future reference. This gives you "historical information" about who you purchased the product from and how the price changed during the last 12 months.

9. How does it handle ordering?

The program prints out order sheets for supplier by location. It can also be used with a hand held device. You can also provide suppliers with a bid sheet containing your specifications.

10. How difficult is it to input recipes?

All you have to do is to type the first 3 or 4 letters any a list appears for your to choose from

11. How long does it take to get "up and running" for an establishment with approximately 500 food items?

You load the program and start inputting your recipes.

12. What kind of support do I get with my purchase? What about upgrades?

The Cost Genie 2.0 program comes with your first year of technical and set up support included. (additional years are $150.00) This service is available Monday through Friday between 9am and 5pm PST. Outside of these hours, there is a fee for technical support. Minor Upgrades are included so that you are always have the latest system change.

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Restaurant Cost Software, Restaurant Menu Costing

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