At‑a‑Glance: The winning setup syncs menus, injects orders to the KDS, and throttles intelligently—so online volume adds revenue without wrecking the line.
Menu Sync Is Non‑Negotiable
- One menu to rule them all—edit in POS and publish everywhere.
- Support for modifiers, out‑of‑stocks, and dayparts.
Order Injection to the KDS
- Orders route to the right stations with expo oversight.
- Bump items individually; avoid whole‑ticket chaos.
Throttling & Promise Times
- Dynamic pacing by kitchen load and order type (pickup, curbside, delivery)
- Pauses for slammed stations; intelligent reopen
Delivery Partners & Fees
- Third‑party marketplaces vs. direct ordering: pros/cons
- Menu price strategies to protect margins
Reporting & Reconciliation
- Unified reporting by channel
- Clear deposits and fee breakouts for accounting
MPG Integrations
- Native online ordering tied to your POS, loyalty, and CRM
- US‑based support for menu setup and delivery partner mapping
FAQ
Can I run promos only online? Yes—use coupon logic and unique item tags for reporting.
What if I 86 an item mid‑rush? POS‑first menus let you 86 in one place and push everywhere instantly.