Radiant Systems' Aloha Solution Enables Growth for Regional Powerhouse
Ninety Nine Restaurant increases operational efficiencies
ATLANTA (July 24, 2006) — Radiant Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: RADS), a leading provider of innovative technology to the hospitality and retail industries, and CCR Data Systems, a Radiant channel partner, announce a partnership with Ninety Nine Restaurant, a brand of O’Charley’s Inc. with headquarters in Woburn, Mass. Ninety Nine currently uses two Aloha applications: Aloha TableService point-of-sale (POS) and Aloha Labor Scheduler. Additionally, Radiant 1510 terminals will be used in all new sites and as upgrades for aging equipment.
Restaurant owners are seeking ways to increase efficiency and decrease costs. The Aloha software allows employees to serve customers and fill orders quickly and more accurately with less time and less waste. And, after testing three sites with six terminals each for a period of over six months, Ninety Nine determined that the reliability, speed of ordering and service on the Radiant hardware warranted an increased commitment to CCR and Radiant. In addition to providing software, implementation and support desk services, CCR and Radiant will also provide hardware, installation services and on-site maintenance.
Since its first opening in 1952, the Ninety Nine Restaurant concept continues to grow throughout the Northeast. A regional powerhouse in New England and New York, Ninety Nine plans to expand through their existing markets, while moving into the Pennsylvania and New Jersey markets. ”Radiant Systems supports Ninety Nine’s growth strategy by increasing operational efficiencies through the implementation of the Aloha solution and Radiant hardware,” said Paul Langenbahn, vice president of channel sales and operations for the Radiant Hospitality Division. “We look forward to enabling their success by delivering a reliable and easy-to-use product that will help streamline their business.”
In the midst of this expansion, Ninety Nine continues to invest in existing restaurants. “Too many restaurant companies get focused on growth and forget where they came from. We want to keep our commitment to the concept and give managers the tools to succeed,” said John Grady, president of Ninety Nine Restaurant. “CCR Data and Radiant have worked together to meet the numerous challenges that our growth has brought.”
Aloha TableService Point-of-Sale (POS) – Quick and Efficient
With Aloha TableService, it's easier than ever to enter orders, manage guest checks, run promotions, and process payments. Whether you're printing individual, combined or split checks, modifying orders or transferring tables, Aloha TableService makes it quick and efficient. And with extensive front-of-house reporting, managers can spend more time with customers while still keeping up with restaurant and server performance. The solution's modular, upgradeable design allows it to grow with Ninety Nine’s business, accommodating their future needs while helping maximize the life and value of their investment.
Aloha Labor Scheduler – Effective Labor Management
Aloha Labor Scheduler removes the barriers to effective labor management. The painstaking efforts of writing a schedule, honoring special needs, handling unique requests, scheduling vacations and maintaining labor costs are achieved effortlessly. The solution evaluates a multitude of variables in seconds and analyzes schedules, corrects potential problems and reinvests time gained to improve the quality of the business.
Radiant P1510 Hardware Terminals – “Non-Stop Sales Reliability”
Hardware terminals used in the casual dining environment must withstand high transaction volume, continuous operation, and contaminants such as food, grease, and dirt. Radiant Systems has equipped Ninety-Nine with P1510 hardware terminals and a commitment to "Non-Stop Sales Reliability" in the harshest foodservice environments.
About Radiant Systems, Inc.
Radiant Systems, Inc. (www.radiantsystems.com) is a leader in providing innovative technology to the hospitality and retail industries. Offering unmatched reliability and ease of use, Radiant's hardware and software products have been deployed in over 60,000 sites across more than 100 countries. Radiant has approximately 900 employees worldwide, 325 certified sales and service partners and over 1800 field service representatives. Founded in 1985, the company is headquartered in Atlanta with regional offices throughout the United States as well as in Europe, Asia and Australia.
About Ninety Nine Restaurant
Owned by O’Charley’s Inc., the Ninety Nine Restaurant is New England’s first locally-based casual restaurant chain, established in 1952 at 99 State Street in Boston. The company is dedicated to providing its guests with great food and great drink. Headquartered in Woburn, Mass. Ninety Nine Restaurant currently operates 114 restaurants and employs over 6,000 people. For more information, visit www.99restaurants.com.
