WISK is an ideal alternative to Optimum Control, designed specifically for restaurants and bars looking to simplify inventory management. With automated processes and real-time insights, WISK reduces manual work and errors, allowing operators to focus on running smooth, efficient operations. Its intuitive features make tracking inventory easier and more accurate, freeing up valuable time for staff to deliver exceptional service.
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.
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Why Choose WISK over Optimum Control
WISK’s extensive 60+ POS integrations effortlessly sync sales data and inventory, delivering real-time insights for better decision-making and enhanced efficiency.
Snap It Forget It automates invoice processing by quickly capturing and organizing data, and WISK’s team will handle the rest for seamless management.
Simplify tracking using an integrated visual database, ensuring quick, error-free item identification and smoother inventory control.
Taking the Hassle Out of Inventory Management
Optimum Control simplifies inventory management, but manual data entry can make it feel like a grind. It’s reliable for tracking, yet time-consuming. If you’re okay with the extra effort, it gets the job done. WISK stops the guesswork with accurate, automated counts, eliminating manual work. WISK is faster, smarter, and built to save you time.
Simplify Counting and Measuring with Bluetooth Scale Technology
Optimum Control relies on the tenthing method, breaking inventory into detailed units for precise tracking. While effective, it requires more manual effort and time to get the job done. WISK takes inventory management to the next level with its simple scan, weigh, and calculate process. It’s faster, easier, and delivers real-time insights without the hassle of traditional methods.
Simplify Sales and Inventory Tracking with More POS Integrations
Optimum Control’s 17 POS integrations support basic inventory management needs. WISK outperforms with over 60+ POS integrations, delivering better synchronization and enhanced flexibility. This ensures a smoother, real-time inventory management process for optimal efficiency.
Simplify Tracking with a Built-In Image Database
Optimum Control’s spreadsheet approach lacks the visual tools to make inventory more engaging. WISK makes inventory easier with a user-friendly app that includes an image database for quick and clear item identification. This visual approach saves time, reduces errors, and makes managing inventory far more efficient.
Seamless, Faster, and More Reliable Invoice Management
With Optimum Control, invoices can be managed manually or imported digitally, but errors and configurations require ongoing attention. WISK changes the game—snap your invoice, and we’ll handle everything from there. Invoice management has never been this simple or efficient.
Rely on Regular Updates for Uninterrupted App Performance
Optimum Control has lagged behind with its slow update cycle and limited improvements. WISK keeps things running smoothly with consistent updates for both mobile and browser. Count on a platform that prioritizes performance and innovation.
Make the Right Choice with a Money-Back Guarantee and No Risk
Optimum Control’s upfront costs, including a $250 set-up fee, come with no guarantees, which can lead to uncertainty. In contrast, WISK provides a risk-free trial with a money-back guarantee, allowing you to experience the solution with no worries. This ensures you can confidently make the right choice for your business without any financial risk.
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.
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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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“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 Optimum Control during your demo
Considering Optimum Control, ask these questions to uncover any limitations in the demo to help with your decision.
How does Optimum Control accurately weigh bottles, and how does it ensure precise measurements for inventory tracking in real-time?
WISK employs Bluetooth-enabled scales to accurately measure bottle contents during inventory counts. When an item is selected in the WISK mobile app, placing it on a supported Bluetooth scale records its weight, allowing the app to calculate the remaining volume based on the item's full weight and density. This integration ensures precise, real-time inventory tracking by providing accurate measurements of partial bottle contents.
How does Optimum Control integrate barcode scanning into inventory management, and how does this feature improve speed and accuracy when tracking inventory items?
With WISK's barcode scanning feature, inventory management becomes faster and more accurate. Scanning the barcode automatically populates the item in the system, ensuring accurate tracking without the need for manual input. This integration helps streamline inventory counts and minimizes errors, keeping inventory levels in sync with real-time usage.
Can Optimum Control associate images with inventory items, such as bottles, to help visually identify items during inventory checks and prevent errors?
With WISK, you can link images to inventory items like bottles, making it easier to identify them visually during inventory counts. This feature is particularly useful in preventing mistakes, as it offers a clear picture of the item, reducing the chance of misidentification.
How does Optimum Control’s visual mode simplify inventory tracking for items like bottles that don’t need to be weighed, and what benefits does it provide for managing these products?
WISK's visual mode streamlines inventory tracking for items like bottles that don't require weighing. This feature allows users to estimate the remaining quantity by visually assessing the fill level, tapping the corresponding percentage on the app to record the amount. This method enhances efficiency and accuracy, especially for partial units, by providing a quick and intuitive way to update inventory without the need for additional equipment.
Does Optimum Control support optional Bluetooth scanner integrations, and how does this enhance inventory management efficiency, particularly for larger inventories or fast-paced environments?
WISK supports optional Bluetooth scanner integrations, such as the Socket Mobile S700 Series and Linea Pro, to enhance inventory management efficiency. These scanners allow staff to quickly scan barcodes, automatically identifying and logging items into the WISK system. This integration reduces manual data entry errors and accelerates the inventory process, making it particularly beneficial for venues with large inventories or fast-paced environments.
How does Optimum Control’s in-app calculator assist with cost calculations or inventory adjustments, and how accessible is it during the inventory process?
WISK's in-app calculator streamlines cost calculations and inventory adjustments by providing quick access to essential mathematical functions directly within the app. During inventory counts, users can easily perform calculations related to item costs, quantities, and adjustments without leaving the inventory interface. This integration enhances efficiency and accuracy, ensuring that all calculations are seamlessly incorporated into the inventory process.
What does Optimum Control’s List Mode offer for inventory tracking, and how does it streamline the process for items that don’t require weighing or detailed analysis?
WISK's List Mode streamlines inventory tracking by displaying previously submitted items in the order they were counted. This feature allows users to adjust counts directly from the list, eliminating the need to scan each item individually. It's particularly beneficial for areas where items remain stationary, such as stock rooms or wine racks, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in inventory management.
How does Optimum Control handle inventory management for batched cocktails, ensuring accurate tracking of ingredient usage and stock levels over time?
WISK manages batched cocktails by consolidating ingredients into a single batch item. It tracks the batch as an inventory item, linking it to POS sales for accurate ingredient usage and stock level monitoring over time. This ensures precise inventory management for batched cocktails.
Does Optimum Control offer a money-back guarantee policy, and how does it demonstrate the platform’s commitment to user satisfaction and confidence in its functionality?
WISK offers a 60-day money-back guarantee, allowing users to fully experience the platform’s inventory management features. This policy reflects WISK’s confidence in its functionality and ensures customers can confidently evaluate the system. If the platform doesn’t meet expectations, users can reach out to support@wisk.ai for a full refund.
How does Optimum Control manage inventory across multiple locations or outlets, ensuring consistent and accurate tracking regardless of where the stock is used or stored?
WISK manages inventory across multiple locations by allowing users to create distinct venues for each outlet. It ensures consistent tracking by enabling shared item lists and maintaining individual stock levels for each venue, keeping inventory data synchronized and accurate across all locations.
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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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