With WISK’s robust automation, intelligent master product matching, and dedicated, fast support, you get seamless, worry-free inventory management that saves time, reduces errors, and enhances accuracy for smarter stock control.
Hear our CEO’s perspective on what matters most when choosing the right inventory management system for your business.
WISK: The Best Inventory Management Software Alternative to Marketman
With WISK’s robust automation, intelligent master product matching, and dedicated, fast support, you get seamless, worry-free inventory management that saves time, reduces errors, and enhances accuracy for smarter stock control.
Hear our CEO’s perspective on what matters most when choosing the right inventory management system for your business.
Why Choose WISK over Marginedge
Access 1.5 million ingredients and 200,000 bottles in one powerful database for precise inventory tracking and recipe costing—ideal for streamlined kitchen and bar management.
Count inventory confidently in any setting, even without WiFi access. Offline capabilities safeguard your data, holding it securely and ready to sync automatically when you reconnect.
Reduce overhead and streamline processes with a single inventory platform. Forget multiple subscriptions—manage everything you need in one efficient, cost-effective solution.
Unified Solution for Complete Food and Beverage Management
MarginEdge specializes in restaurant financial management and back-office efficiency, perfect for restaurants that prioritize streamlined operations. WISK goes further, with a unified platform for food and beverage management, real-time inventory, and bar-focused tools, making it ideal for restaurants and bars seeking full control.
Save on Monthly Subscriptions with an All-in-One Inventory Solution
Managing bar and restaurant inventory with MarginEdge means needing additional software such as Freepour for bar-specific tasks, adding to your expenses. WISK brings everything into one easy-to-use dashboard, simplifying your operations. Reduce complexity and save money with WISK’s all-in-one solution.
Get Real-Time Data Sync with 60+ POS Integrations
While MarginEdge supports 47 POS integrations, WISK offers over 60—1.25x the number offered by MarginEdge—ensuring better synchronization and more flexibility. This provides a smoother, real-time inventory management experience. Take advantage of seamless integration with WISK!
Offline Capabilities for Uninterrupted Inventory Counts
MarginEdge relies on an internet connection to function, making it inaccessible when offline. On the other hand, WISK offers offline capabilities, allowing you to continue managing inventory even in areas with limited or no internet access. Once connectivity is restored, WISK automatically syncs the data, ensuring uninterrupted control.
Faster Inventory Counting with Multiple Users in One Area
With MarginEdge, you'll need to assign one person per count sheet, which can cause delays when you need to count quickly. This restriction requires you to split your inventory. WISK enables your team to count together in the same area at the same time, ensuring a faster and more accurate inventory process.
Access a Powerful Ingredient Database for Easy Inventory Tracking
MarginEdge includes 80,000 barcodes (for FreePour) to assist with inventory and recipe costing but doesn’t highlight the size of its ingredient database. WISK offers a much larger database, with 1.5 million ingredients and 200,000 bottles, giving you all the resources you need for efficient kitchen and bar management.
Risk-Free Commitment with a Money-Back Guarantee
With MarginEdge, you pay upfront, and if it doesn’t meet your expectations, you're left with lost time and money. With WISK, you pay with confidence—if you're not satisfied, we offer a money-back guarantee, ensuring you get your investment back. Experience peace of mind knowing that WISK stands behind its service.
Empowering Restaurant and Bars to Grow with a Unified, Scalable Solution
WISK delivers a centralized platform to optimize every aspect of bar operations, from inventory to insights.
Manage orders, stock levels, and more in one easy-to-use platform.
Gain insights into what sells, what’s on hand, and how to cut costs.
Tailored to the unique needs of any bar, from small venues to multi-location businesses.
Identify and control waste with automated tools for optimal stock levels.
See what makes WISK the
#1 Food and Beverage Management Software
Make the Switch to WISK and Save Money By Going All-In-One!
200,000+ Bottle Database: Instantly access a vast library of bottles with images, barcodes, and weights for seamless setup.
Flexible Inventory Choices: Weigh or visually count inventory—it’s up to you. Track liquor by weight, wine visually, or mix it up however you prefer.
Adapts to Your Style: Count inventory your way: scan barcodes, search by name, weigh or use visual mode, sort alphabetically or by last count.
Built-In Calculator: Calculate large bottle or case quantities directly in the app—no extra tools needed.
Works Offline: No Wi-Fi? No problem. WISK’s offline mode ensures smooth inventory in any setting.
Real-Time Sync: Inventory updates instantly across devices so your team can work together seamlessly.
Bluetooth Compatible: Use WISK with Bluetooth scales and scanners for faster, hands-free inventory.
Customizable User Roles: Set permissions your way: assign specific tasks like counting inventory or managing invoices.
Easy Invoice Scanning: Snap a picture of invoices on mobile, or upload online, and WISK handles the rest.
Order Directly from Your Phone: Place supplier orders in seconds without leaving the app.
Advanced Recipe Costing: Manage costs with service sizes, batches, and alerts to stay on top of profitability.
Track Batches with Inventory: Count batches along with bottles—ideal for efficient stock control.
60+ POS Integrations: Sync seamlessly with over 60 POS systems for ultimate compatibility.
QuickBooks Online Ready: Connect with QuickBooks for simplified accounting and accurate reporting.
One Solution for Food & Beverage: Streamline your entire inventory with WISK—one system for bar and kitchen, built by the same trusted team.
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our clients succeed
“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.”
Some questions to ask MarketEdge during your demo
To get a comprehensive view of MarginEdge, ask these essential questions during your demo to pinpoint any possible system limitations.
How does MarginEdge streamline the inventory counting process?
WISK simplifies inventory counting through its mobile app with barcode scanning, Bluetooth scale integration for partial units, and hands-free counting options. It organizes counts by allowing users to define specific inventory areas and provides real-time reporting on stock levels and inventory value, enhancing both accuracy and efficiency. For more details, visit help.wisk.ai.
Can the system handle multiple units of measure and conversions for various ingredients?
Yes, WISK manages multiple units of measure and conversions across ingredients, supporting volume, weight, and unit-based tracking. It enables accurate conversions between units and adjusts for yield percentages, ensuring precise costing and inventory tracking.
Does it support real-time inventory updates as invoices are processed?
Yes, WISK supports real-time inventory updates as invoices are processed. When you add an invoice, WISK immediately adjusts your inventory levels to reflect the new stock, ensuring accurate and up-to-date inventory data. This real-time updating is crucial for maintaining precise consumption data and effective inventory management.
Which POS systems does MarginEdge integrate with for seamless data flow?
Explore WISK’s compatibility with over 60 POS systems, ensuring seamless data integration. Visit WISK Integrations for the full list
What role-based permissions are available for staff and managers to access specific data?
WISK provides role-based permissions, including Admin, Admin (No Item Edit), Manager, Manager (No Item Edit), and Employee, each with varying access levels. Custom roles can also be created to grant specific permissions, ensuring staff access aligns with their responsibilities.
Can it dynamically adjust recipe costs with fluctuating ingredient prices?
WISK automatically updates recipe costs with fluctuating ingredient prices using the latest invoice data or a weighted average, ensuring accurate, real-time cost adjustments.
What types of inventory and cost reports are available?
WISK offers a variety of inventory and cost reports, including inventory levels, consumption trends, variance analysis, and item cost tracking with alerts for price changes. Integrated with POS data, these reports provide insights into sales and profitability and can be scheduled for automated email delivery to keep teams informed.
Can I filter reports to view food and beverage costs as separate line items or by menu category?
Yes, WISK allows you to filter reports to view food and beverage costs separately or by specific menu categories. The platform utilizes a two-level categorization system—Families and Categories—to organize items. For example, 'Wine' can be a Family, with 'Red Wine' and 'White Wine' as Categories. This structure enables detailed reporting and analysis based on your defined categories.
Can the system accommodate multiple locations and centralize inventory management?
WISK centralizes multi-location inventory management with flexible configurations, allowing for individual stockrooms, shared central stockrooms, or commissary setups to distribute items across venues. This enables centralized oversight tailored to each location's needs.
As my business expands, can MarginEdge support a larger inventory and higher transaction volumes?
WISK is designed to scale with your business, effectively managing larger inventories and higher transaction volumes as you expand. The platform supports multi-venue configurations, allowing centralized oversight while accommodating the unique inventory needs of each location. Additionally, WISK.ai integrates with various POS systems to handle increased sales data efficiently, ensuring seamless operations across all your venues.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What food cost savings can I expect by using WISK?
Restaurants using WISK report significant savings on food costs, with many seeing a reduction in waste and over-ordering, often resulting in savings of around 2-5%. This is achieved through real-time tracking, automated ordering, and variance reports that identify discrepancies.
Yes, multiple users can count inventory at the same time using WISK. Each user can be assigned specific areas or items to count, which streamlines the process and ensures accurate and efficient inventory management across large venues or teams.
WISK integrates with over 60 POS systems, and there is no additional cost for integration. The setup process is straightforward, and if your POS is supported, you can connect it directly through the WISK platform during your account setup.
It is recommended to take inventory on a weekly basis for optimal results. Shorter intervals between counts make it easier to identify and correct issues such as variance or wastage. For larger operations, monthly inventory counts may be more practical.
To integrate your POS with WISK, simply select your POS provider during the account setup process. WISK provides a list of supported POS systems, and if your system is included, the integration is seamless. If your POS is not listed, WISK may offer alternate integration methods.
Inventory should be taken by trusted staff members who understand your inventory processes. You can assign multiple users to different areas or items within WISK, ensuring that the inventory process is both accurate and efficient.
WISK allows you to map your menu items with inventory ingredients. By entering recipes and mapping POS items to inventory, WISK calculates the cost of each menu item based on the real-time cost of the ingredients used.
WISK does not offer a free trial. However, they provide detailed product demos and personalized consultations to help you understand how the platform can fit your restaurant or bar's needs before making a commitment.
WISK is ideal for full-service restaurants, bars, and multi-location establishments that need real-time inventory tracking, cost control, and POS integration. It’s also a great fit for businesses looking to reduce waste and optimize purchasing decisions.
WISK offers flexible pricing plans, including quarterly options. Pricing is based on the features and scale of your operation. You can get in touch with the WISK team to receive a customized quote that fits your business size and needs.
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