Running a restaurant in the Philippines is no easy feat. Between juggling staff schedules, managing suppliers, tracking inventory, and keeping up with online orders, today’s food business owners need more than just grit—they need smart tools.

That’s where restaurant management software comes in. And if you’re looking for a complete solution that covers front-of-house to back-of-house operations, a modern POS system like Orderna is your best starting point.

Not all systems are created equal, though.

Here are the top features you should look for when choosing restaurant software for your business.

1. Integrated POS and Inventory Management

Your POS and inventory shouldn’t operate in separate silos. A smart system connects sales data directly with your stock levels, so each order automatically adjusts your inventory.

With Orderna, every dish sold reflects real-time deductions in your ingredients—helping you avoid overstocking, waste, and stockouts. It also gives you accurate cost of goods sold (COGS) reporting at any time.

2. Cloud-Based Access and Reporting

Restaurant owners are often on the move, managing multiple locations or dealing with suppliers. Your POS system should offer cloud access, allowing you to track performance from any device.

Orderna lets you monitor daily sales, top-selling menu items, and branch comparisons right from your smartphone or laptop—whether you're at the store or on vacation.

3. Multiple Payment Integrations

Today’s diners expect fast, flexible payment options. Your POS should seamlessly process cash, cards, and e-wallets like GCash, Maya, and QR PH.

Orderna supports a wide range of payment types to speed up the checkout process and improve customer satisfaction.

4. Kitchen Display System (KDS) Integration

For restaurants with high order volume, a Kitchen Display System (KDS) reduces order errors and improves efficiency. Orders go straight from the POS to the kitchen screen, keeping things organized and fast-paced.

While many systems require third-party integration, Orderna’s KDS option works smoothly within its ecosystem, making communication between the cashier and kitchen seamless.

5. Customizable Menu and Modifier Options

From extra cheese to no onions, modifiers are a must in the food industry. Orderna allows full customization of your menu, including pricing by size, toppings, combos, and add-ons.

This makes it easier for staff to upsell—and ensures customer orders are prepared exactly how they like them.

6. Staff Management Tools

Managing a restaurant team involves more than just schedules. With the right POS system, you should be able to assign roles, track individual sales performance, and even monitor login activity.

Orderna helps you manage shifts and staff accountability with built-in access control and real-time reporting per user.

7. Real-Time Sales and Performance Analytics

Having access to your data in real time is critical when making business decisions. With Orderna, you can:

• Track best-selling dishes

• Compare branches or time periods

• Analyze profitability by item

• Measure the impact of promos or bundles

These insights allow you to adapt quickly and focus on what works.

8. Offline Mode Support

Let’s face it—Internet reliability in some areas of the Philippines is still a challenge. Orderna is built to work even without a connection, ensuring your restaurant can continue operating and syncing data once you're back online.

9. Seamless Customer Experience

From quick transactions and digital receipts to accurate orders and loyalty perks, the customer experience should always come first. Orderna is designed to support personalized service without slowing you down.

Plus, with support for customer names, notes, and order history, it becomes easier to build strong relationships and keep regulars coming back.

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Final Thoughts

In a fast-moving industry like food and beverage, technology isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. The right restaurant management software will save you time, reduce costly mistakes, and help your business grow.

Orderna combines all the must-have features in one smart, affordable platform made for Filipino food businesses. Whether you’re a solo café owner or running a growing chain of restos, we’re here to help you serve smarter.