Focus POS System and WISK help streamline restaurant and bar inventory management with real-time updates, variance analysis, and smarter ordering automation.
*Theoretical = Product Mix/Sales Report from POS x All Recipes
Food: From Sales to Inventory
In this instance, you sold 16lbs of chicken.
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Optimize Your Food Margins with WISK
Imagine you're selling a chicken fajita and making a $9.13 profit per order. Now, what if your supplier increased their costs, and your profit dropped to just $5 without you realizing it? You’d still be selling at the same price but losing money. With WISK, this won’t happen. By scanning your invoices, WISK updates your costs in real-time.
If a cost change occurs, you’ll get an alert, so you can decide whether to adjust your pricing. This ensures your margins stay intact and your business remains profitable. Real-time cost tracking means you’ll always know the exact cost of your ingredients, keeping your profits secure with every chicken fajita sold!
Get an idea of how WISK notifies you whenever an item cost goes up
Imagine you're selling chicken fajitas at $10 each, expecting a 20% cost percentage. Without noticing, the cost of chicken rises. Six months later, you discover you're losing $1 per chicken fajita. Thanks to WISK's cost alerts, you’re notified in real-time, enabling you to adjust your price and prevent $6,000 in losses.
Beverage: From Sales to Inventory
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Maximize Your Beverage Margins with WISK
Imagine you're serving a margarita with a gross profit of $11.11 per drink. Now, what if your supplier increased the cost of tequila or other ingredients, and your profit unexpectedly dropped to $7? You’d still be selling at the same price but unknowingly losing money. With WISK, this is no longer a concern. By scanning your invoices, WISK keeps your ingredient costs updated in real-time.
If there’s a cost change, you’ll get notified instantly, allowing you to adjust your pricing and maintain your margins. Real-time tracking ensures your margarita costs and pricing stay accurate, so you can confidently keep your $11.11 profit intact for every glass sold!
Key Benefits
Strengthen your restaurant’s efficiency by combining POS with WISK inventory management. This integration saves time, cuts costs, and optimizes your profitability.
About
Focus
Operating without this integration leads to unnecessary loss. WISK and Focus POS provide clarity and actionable insights to optimize performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does WISK integrate directly with Focus POS?
Yes, WISK integrates with Focus POS by importing daily sales reports sent to pos@wisk.ai.
How do I start the integration process for Focus POS with WISK?
To begin, create a Daily Sales report in CSV format and set up an automated email to send the report to pos@wisk.ai.
How do I create a Daily Sales report CSV export in Focus POS?
You can follow this guide to create the report: How to create a Daily Sales Report CSV Export.
How do I set up an automated daily email report in Focus POS?
Follow this step-by-step guide: How to setup Email Reports.
What fields should be included in the Focus POS Daily Sales report?
The report must include: POS Code, Item Name, Quantity Sold, and Net Sales.
What should I do if my Focus POS Daily Sales report does not include a POS Code?
If your report does not include a POS Code, WISK can use the Item Name as a substitute.
What happens after I set up the Daily Sales report in Focus POS?
Once the report is set up, contact support@wisk.ai or use the in-app chat to provide the column details for accurate mapping.
How do I ensure the report columns are correctly mapped for WISK?
Provide WISK with the specific columns in your report that correspond to POS Code, Item Name, Quantity Sold, and Net Sales for accurate integration.
What should I do if I encounter issues setting up the Daily Sales report?
If you face difficulties, contact your Focus POS provider for support.
How does WISK process sales data from Focus POS?
WISK automatically uploads the daily sales report sent via email, syncing your sales data seamlessly.
How will I know when the Focus POS integration is complete?
You’ll receive a notification from WISK once the first Daily Sales report is uploaded and the integration is active.
Can I use Focus POS integration to track inventory in real time with WISK?
The integration enables daily syncing, ensuring accurate inventory tracking and variance analysis.
Can WISK integrate multiple venues using Focus POS?
Yes, WISK can support multiple venues, provided each has its own automated Daily Sales report configured.
Is there an additional cost for integrating Focus POS with WISK?
No, the Focus POS integration is included in your WISK subscription at no additional cost.
How secure is the integration between Focus POS and WISK?
The integration is secure, as WISK processes sales data through encrypted email uploads to protect your information.
What should I do if the automated report email from Focus POS stops sending?
If the report email stops, contact your Focus POS provider to resolve the issue and notify support@wisk.ai.
How can I map Focus POS items to recipes in WISK after integration?
Once the integration is complete, you can map your POS items to recipes in WISK for efficient inventory tracking.
Can I manually upload sales data from Focus POS if needed?
Yes, you can manually upload sales reports in WISK if the automated process is temporarily unavailable.
What are the steps to integrate Focus POS with WISK?
The steps are:
- Create a Daily Sales report in CSV format.
- Set up an automated email to send the report to pos@wisk.ai.
- Contact support@wisk.ai with details about the report columns.
- WISK will configure the upload, and you’ll be notified once the integration is complete.
Who should I contact if I need help with Focus POS integration?
For Focus POS-related issues, contact your Focus POS provider. For WISK-related questions, email support@wisk.ai or use the in-app chat.
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“I tried four different inventory systems, and nothing compared to WISK. It cut our inventory time by more than half, and the reports are amazing – it's a game-changer."
“WISK streamlined our chaotic inventory, saving time, reducing labor costs, and preventing theft. It's easy for my staff to manage, and we've seen significant savings.”
Leverage the right tools to elevate your restaurant and bar
Real-Time Sales and Stock Synchronization
Comprehensive Variance Reporting
Detailed Recipe Costing and Menu Analysis
Optimized Ordering and Purchasing