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Retail Control Solutions completes RSPA PCIwise Certificate Program

Posted on July 11, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

PCIwiseJuly 11, 2012

For Immediate Release                                   

Needham, MA- July 11, 2012 – Retail Control Solutions, a leading provider of technology products for Restaurants, announced today that it has completed the RSPA PCIwise Certificate Program for Technology Providers. The comprehensive program was developed by the RSPA to ensure that their members have a complete understanding of the best practices relating to Payment Card Industry data security practices.

The courses provide education on the overall payment processing ecosystem: payment processing restaurant technology, ongoing support and administration for a PCI compliant system and in-store environment. The courses explain PCI-DSS regulations, best practices and components for a secure Restaurant Point of Sale (POS) system.

The Retail Solutions Providers Association, the only association dedicated to the retail technology industry, launched its initial industry Certification Program on July 13, 2009. These Certification Programs are a new way to identify professionals in the restaurant technology industry and was developed to set and maintain the bar of professionalism for restaurant technology resellers.

Certification offers assurances to the public, including those who use the products and professional services that they are working with a company that is a distinguished solution provider. To learn more about RSPA’s Certification programs, visit GoRSPA.org/Certification.

“It is an important step in completing the PCIwise certificate program,” said Bob Schellenbach, President of Retail Control Solutions. “We have been providing superior technology products and customer service to Restaurants since our inception. Our understanding of the PCI rules, regulations and best practices allow us to be a trusted advisor to the hospitality industry.”

“RSPA provides our PCIwise education so that companies like Retail Control Solutions can stand out as a company who understands the complexities of data security and wants to invest in providing superior support for their customers,” said Joe Finizio, President & CEO, Retail Solutions Providers Association.

About Retail Control Solutions

Based in Needham, MA, Retail Control Solutions is an RSPA Certified Technology Provider that provides a complete suite of technology products for Table Service, Quick Service and Fast Casual Restaurants, Bars, Nightclubs and Hotels. Our product portfolio includes Point of Sale, Labor Management, Inventory, Kitchen Automation, Video Surveillance and Enterprise Solutions. For more information please visit our web site at www.rcs-usa.com . 

About RSPA (www.GoRSPA.org)

The Retail Solutions Providers Association (RSPA) is the only association dedicated to the retail technology industry. RSPA members include resellers, hardware manufacturers, software developers, consultants, finance companies, and distributors bringing retail technology products and/or services to the marketplace. The RSPA provides education, industry advocacy, standards, services and benefits to assist member companies in expanding their businesses.

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Get Your Eat on at Everything But Anchovies: Brought to You by Retail Control Solutions

Posted on June 25, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

POSitouch userFolks in North Central NH have been flocking to Everything But Anchovies since 1979, for casual homemade food that won’t break the bank. This popular sit-down restaurant, boasting late night delivery service, is conveniently located in downtown Hanover, NH, just a stone’s throw from Dartmouth College. Hungry college students, families and tourists alike, have come to depend on Everything But Anchovies to get their eat on morning, noon and night. Customers crave the piping hot hand tossed pizzas, hearty submarine sandwiches, spicy wings and affordable buffet offerings. Generations of college students have this family owned and operated eatery to thank for providing much-needed sustenance when pulling all-nighters. It’s no wonder that Everything But Anchovies is such a beloved New England institution.

The massive menu offers something for everyone. Appetizers, pizza, sandwiches, salads, burgers, dinners and more are made fresh on the premises. Baskets of cheesy garlic bread, homemade meatball subs, chicken parmesan, juicy burgers and a signature fried chicken sandwich, served on a fluffy Portuguese muffin, keep everyone satisfied.

Favorite specialty pizzas include, Buffalo Chicken, A1 Steak Bomb and Charlie’s House pizza topped with onions, peppers, pepperoni, mushrooms, sausage, mozzarella and pizza sauce. Lunch, breakfast and pizza buffets satisfy heartier appetites. Weekly specials, including 25-cent wings, a midnight pancake breakfast and inexpensive draft beers round out the menu.

Everything But Anchovies wisely invested in Retail Control Solutions’ POSitouch Restaurant POS system to automate its eatery for maximum efficiency. Restaurant Point of Sale features send orders to the kitchen quicker and process credit cards in no time flat. Restaurant POS and Delivery POS tools seamlessly automate their restaurant. And Kitchen Automation software automates and makes their kitchen more efficient with real time information.

Flexible Delivery Software increases customer orders and streamlines their popular operation. PCI Solutions help the staff meet credit card security standards. And Table Management tools help the host station to manage their tables and waiting list with ease.

For information on Restaurant POS Systems in New Hampshire, contact Retail Control Solutions today at 800-767-2212.

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dwelltime Partners with Retail Control Solutions to Create Coffee Lover’s Paradise

Posted on June 15, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

ZOOM POS user“Coffee, the finest organic suspension ever devised.” -Star Trek: Voyager

dwelltime coffeebar and bakeshop (barismo,Inc.) entices customers to take the time to dwell over perfectly brewed and expertly prepared cups of coffee or tea. Located in the heart of Cambridge, MA, a New England city known for its hip vibrant neighborhoods, this cutting-edge coffeebar serves coffee sourced directly from farmers and pays above fair-trade prices. Transparency, sustainability and community are emphasized. The coffeebar is an outpost of barismo, a local small-batch coffee roaster focused on estate coffees and small harvests from unique micro climates selected by their own coffee buyer.

The soothing interior boasts exposed brick, a tin ceiling and a magnificent copper top bar. Expertly trained baristas serve up a frequently changing selection of single-origin espresso and drip coffee, including delicious lattes, cappuccinos and machiattos. Perfectly pulled shots of controlled espresso are dispensed from the cutting edge La Marzocco Strada EP pressure-programmable espresso machine. And drip coffee is prepared to order using a signature pourover method. Refreshing cold brew coffee is available on tap. Exotic teas include, China Dragon, Ceylon OP and Fulu Red Oolong.

Because man cannot live by coffee alone, dwelltime offers delectable made on the premises pastries, sandwiches and salads. Scones, muffins, croissants, French-style macarons and more are the perfect accompaniment to a steaming cup of java or a pot of tea. Spicy egg salad, rum braised chicken, pork belly and beef short rib sandwiches are extraordinary.

dwelltime left nothing to chance in the planning and execution of their unique coffeebar and bakery. Only the best would suffice. That’s why they chose Retail Control Solutions’ ZOOM POS system to automate their coffeebar. Restaurant Point of Sale features send orders to the kitchen quicker and process credit cards in no time at all. Restaurant POS tools seamlessly automate their cozy and welcoming coffeebar.

Labor Scheduling software controls labor costs, while Inventory features track inventory and control food costs. PCI Solutions assist the staff in meeting credit card security standards.

For information on Restaurant POS Systems in Massachusetts, contact Retail Control Solutions today at 800-767-2212.

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Ardeo Mediterranean Taverna Serves Food for the Soul With Ease Thanks to POSitouch

Posted on June 8, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

POSitouch userAlthough Plato believed that “knowledge is the food of the soul,” succulent dishes infused with the fresh favors of the Mediterranean coast also provide plenty of sustenance for the soul. Ardeo Mediterranean Taverna has been serving up delicious cuisine, inspired by “the fire of the Mediterranean,” to Cape Cod diners since 2001. Ardeo Mediterranean Taverna is the original location of a regional chain of popular Cape Cod eateries. Tucked away in the quaint seaside town of South Yarmouth, MA, this popular table service restaurant is a true New England gem. Diners can stop in for a relaxing lunch or dinner, or take home a prepared meal-to-go. Ardeo also provides expert catering for special occasions, including anniversaries, bridal showers, weddings, graduations and more. Ardeo does it all!

The extensive menu offers everything from Middle Eastern appetizers, specialty salads, wood stone pizza and paninis, to pasta dishes, classic Mediterranean dishes and juicy Black Angus burgers. Tantalizing starters include, spanikopita, tabouleh, falafel and fresh-baked Lebanese pies. Mediterranean Chicken prepared with spinach, feta cheese, tomatoes and kalamata olives, Mussels Ardeo and Seafood Ardeo; a delicious medley of sautéed seafood served over spinach fettuccine, are popular entrees. Pair your meal with a glass of wine and enjoy. Opa!

Ardeo Mediterranean Taverna invested in Retail Control Solutions’ powerful POSitouch Restaurant POS system to serve up delectable Mediterranean cuisine for the soul. Restaurant Point of Sale features send orders to the kitchen quicker and process credit cards in no time. Integrated Restaurant POS tools automate their restaurant. And Kitchen Automation modules automate and make their kitchen more efficient with real time information.

Labor Scheduling features control labor costs and maximize productivity. Retail Control Solutions’ highly intuitive Enterprise Solutions provide the restaurant with chain wide reporting capabilities. Ardeo relies on the Loyalty Solutions tools to easily track its rewards club program and promotions, which bring in more customers. And PCI Solutions help the bustling taverna meet credit card security standards.

For information on Restaurant POS Systems in Massachusetts, contact Retail Control Solutions today at 800-767-2212.

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Uncommon Ground, the Greenest Restaurant in US, Teams Up With Retail Control Solutions

Posted on May 25, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

POSitouch userThe Uncommon Ground coffeehouse and café leads the pack in going green. With two locations in Chicago, Illinois, this eco-conscious full service restaurant has been wowing Chicago diners for over twenty-years with its commitment to environmental sustainability and delicious contemporary American cuisine. The newest restaurant in the historic Edgewater neighborhood was recently named the “Greenest Restaurant in America.” It boasts the nation’s first certified organic roof top farm.

The original eatery in the Lakeview area took second place honors as the greenest restaurant in the country. That’s quite an accomplishment! From day one, co-owners Helen and Michael Cameron were committed to using only seasonal, locally produced, family farmed and organic products whenever possible. Their business motto is, “Uncommon Ground cares about the earth and you!”

Uncommon Ground feeds all of your senses. In addition to the laid-back eco-friendly ambience, sidewalk cafe and mouth-watering food, Uncommon Ground also delights their customers with local art exhibits and live music performances.

The extensive menu offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The award-winning breakfast-brunch offerings are legendary. Dishes such as, vanilla bean custard stuffed French toast, lemon-poppy seed pancakes and fluffy omelets, are complemented with sides of Gunthorp Farm house-made chicken sausage, house-made Duroc pork sausage patties and Jones Dairy Farm cherry smoked bacon.

For lunch and dinner: grilled Q7 ranch grass-fed beef steak, crispy Gunthorp Farms duck breast and the popular chopped salad, keep diners coming back for more. Don’t forget to leave room for dessert!

Uncommon Ground relies on Retail Control Solutions’ POSitouch Restaurant POS system to streamline their award-winning eco-conscious restaurants for maximum efficiency. Restaurant Point of Sale features send orders to the kitchen quicker and process credit cards in no time. Restaurant POS tools seamlessly automate their sustainable restaurant. Inventory modules track inventory and control food costs, while

Labor Scheduling tools control labor costs and maximize productivity. And PCI Solutions help the staff meet credit card security standards.

Going green has never been easier!

For information on Restaurant POS Systems in Chicago, contact Retail Control Solutions today at 800-767-2212.

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Bristol Commons Relies on POSitouch to Dish Up Uncommon New England Fare

Posted on May 16, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

POSitouch userThere’s nothing common about Bristol Commons Table Service Restaurant and Pub. This casual New England eatery is conveniently located in the bustling suburb of North Attleboro in between Boston, MA and Providence, RI. Everything from stick-to-your-ribs English Pub fare and updated culinary classics, to delectable desserts made on the premises is dished up with panache. It didn’t take long for this independent restaurant’s creative take on homey favorites to catch the attention of restaurant connoisseurs. NECN’s TV Diner awarded Bristol Commons its coveted Golden Plate award within three weeks of opening.

Bristol Commons’ casual décor, featuring roomy leather booths, a large wooden bar and soft lighting, is the perfect setting to enjoy a bite to eat with friends or family. The inspired menu offers appetizers, homemade soups, specialty salads, juicy burgers, hearty sandwiches, as well as ribs, chicken and seafood. Innovative appetizers include, succulent crab cakes, spicy wings and crispy Irish egg rolls stuffed with corned beef and pickled cabbage.

Some of the delicious entrees include, Cowboy Shepherd’s Pie; a unique concoction of smoked brisket, topped with creamy Mac-N-Cheese and BBQ sauce, retro Chicken & Dumplings, Pork Ribeye and Dan’s Meatloaf Burger; a delicious plate of grilled meatloaf topped with bacon and fried onion straws. Wash it all down with a large selection of local craft beers on tap. The to-die-for desserts include, luscious pineapple cake and a gooey, decadent Blondie.

Bristol Commons invested in Retail Control Solutions’ POSitouch POS system to streamline and automate their popular eatery. Powerful Restaurant Point of Sale features send orders to the kitchen quicker and process credit cards in no time flat. Flexible Restaurant POS tools seamlessly automate their restaurant. And Kitchen Automation modules automate and make their kitchen more efficient.

Keeping track of their inventory of food and spirits has never been easier. Inventory tools efficiently track inventory and control food costs. And PCI Solutions help the staff meet credit card security standards.

For information on Restaurant POS Systems in Massachusetts, contact Retail Control Solutions today at 800-767-2212.

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Zacatacos Restaurant and Taqueria Invests in Retail Control Solutions’ ZOOM POS

Posted on May 9, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

ZOOM POS userZacatacos Restaurant and Taqueria has been wowing Chicagoland Area residents with its authentic charbroiled tacos and other Northern Mexican favorites since 1996. The Bolingbrook, IL location is the newest outpost in the family-owned local chain. Zacatacos prides itself on serving traditional Mexican dishes with a fresh homemade taste. Delectable rotisserie cooked marinated meat is the star of the show. Only the finest ingredients are used. Zacatacos uses USDA inner skirt steak and fries its tortilla chips in pure corn oil.

This beloved taqueria has been recognized for having some of the best tacos in town and for its sublime Mexican sandwich: the mouth-watering Beef Milanesa Torta. And the famously addictive taco al pastor is stuffed with perfectly seasoned pork and topped with onions, fresh cilantro, pineapple and the restaurant’s famous salsa roja. Now that’s comfort food at its best!

The inspired menu features savory appetizers, dinner platters, tacos, burritos, gorditas, tostadas, tortas and more. The Beef Milanesa Torta bedazzles with grilled Mexican bread, tender flank steak, fresh slices of creamy avocado, tomato and sour cream. The popular papa taco is filled with freshly made mashed potato. Wash it all down with a Mexican beer or a refreshing margarita. Salud!

Zacatacos also serves up breakfast, including a hearty plate of huevos rancheros served with rice, beans and fresh flour tortillas. Authentic Mexican flan is available for a delectable sweet ending. The tastes of Old Mexico are closer than you think.

Zacatacos Restaurant and Taqueria relies on Retail Control Solutions’ powerful technology solutions to streamline its Old Mexico eatery. They chose the ZOOM Restaurant POS system that adapts to any restaurant environment. Restaurant Point of Sale features send orders to the kitchen quicker and process credit cards in no time. Restaurant POS tools seamlessly automate their taqueria. And Kitchen Automation modules automate and make their kitchen more efficient with real-time information. Comprehensive Labor Scheduling solutions help control labor costs and maximize productivity.

For information on Restaurant POS Systems in Illinois, contact Retail Control Solutions today at 800-767-2212.

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Red Face Jack’s Chooses POSitouch to Automate its Pirate-Themed Pub

Posted on May 2, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

POSitouch userShiver me timbers! Red Face Jack’s Pub and Sports Bar offers Cape Cod buccaneers the ultimate entertainment and dining venue. Red Face Jack’s is the latest addition to a number of successful dining establishments owned by the same restaurant group. Located in the charming seaside town of West Yarmouth, Massachusetts, this lively table service restaurant and pub serves up great American grub and grog with flair. Plenty of HDTVs are always tuned in to the latest games. And live music, cool DJs, a spacious dance floor and pool tables keep the fun going. Whether you want to grab a drink and watch the game, meet up with friends for a few appetizers, dine on great pub fare or dance the night away, Red Face Jack’s has it all and then some.

The inspired menu of American pub favorites offers up mouth-watering appetizers, soups and salads, spicy wings, juicy burgers, overstuffed sandwiches and creative entrees. The wings are available boneless and bone-in with your choice of finger-licking sticky sauces. Sandwiches and burgers are served with bottomless homemade fries.

The menu is rounded off with creative burger combinations and scrumptious entrees, including Nantucket scrod, Yankee pot roast, BBQ baby back ribs and golden fried fish and chips. An extensive selection of specialty cocktails and craft beers on tap are sure to wet your whistle.

Red Face Jack’s Pub and Sports Bar can count on fair winds ahead, because they invested in Retail Control Solutions’ POSitouch Restaurant POS system. Flexible Restaurant POS tools seamlessly automate their lively restaurant and pub for maximum efficiency. Comprehensive Labor Scheduling features help control labor costs.

And Inventory applications track inventory and control food costs using an integrated database. PCI Solutions help the Red Face Jack’s crew meet credit card security standards. Thanks to the powerful POSitouch system that adapts to any restaurant environment, Red Face Jack’s can run a tight ship with ease. Arrr!

For information on Restaurant POS Systems in Massachusetts, contact Retail Control Solutions today at 800-767-2212.

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The Irish Cottage Restaurant and Pub has the Luck of the Irish Thanks to Retail Control Solutions

Posted on April 24, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

ZOOM UserLife’s Too Short Not to be Irish! The Irish Cottage Restaurant and Pub brings the rich heritage of old Ireland to the Boston suburbs. Tucked away in Methuen, MA, this authentic Irish pub and table service restaurant offers a home away from home for the sons and daughters of Ireland and non-Irish folks alike. Warm ochre walls, a magnificent hearthstone fireplace, cozy booths and a lively L-shaped bar beckon folks inside. And the friendly staff, delicious Irish-inspired pub fare, perfectly poured pints and live entertainment keep folks coming back. Sit down for a pint and a traditional cottage pie that would put your own Irish mammy’s to shame.

The Irish Cottage’s creative menu includes tasty appetizers, crisp salads, homemade soups and inspired pub fare, as well as all of the tied and true favorites from the Emerald Isle. Heaping plates of bangers and mash, a traditional Irish boiled dinner and beer battered fish and chips served with mushy peas, and Bachelor’s Irish baked beans hit the spot. Guinness Beef Stew is a magnificent dish redolent with Ireland’s national brew.

The lively bar features an appealing Irish-themed décor, Keno and plenty of TVs to watch your favorite game. Authentic Irish beers on tap include, Harp, Murphy’s Irish Ale, Smithwick’s Ale, Kilkenny Ale and Guinness, of course. Sláinte!

The Irish Cottage Restaurant and Pub relies on Retail Control Solution’s powerful ZOOM POS solution to bring a wee bit of the magic of the Emerald isle to America’s shores. Flexible Restaurant Point of Sale features send orders to the kitchen quicker and process credit cards in no time at all. Restaurant POS tools automate their restaurant from top to bottom. And Kitchen Automation modules seamlessly automate and make their kitchen more efficient with real time information.

Retail Control Solution’s comprehensive Inventory system tracks inventory and controls food costs. And PCI Solutions help the Irish Cottage meet credit card security standards.

For information on Restaurant POS Systems in Massachusetts, contact Retail Control Solutions today at 800-767-2212.

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Sullivan’s Rhode Serves Up Food, Spirits and Sports With POSitouch

Posted on April 17, 2012 by RCS Blogging Team

POSitouch userSullivan’s Rhode is the go to spot in Providence, RI for non-stop sports action, rockin’ live entertainment, delicious pub fare and refreshing spirits. This Downtown Irish pub and grill has it all! Spinning DJs, karaoke, trivia contests and drink specials keep the party going. And everywhere you look, 50″ plasma TVs broadcast all major sporting events. The inviting interior features warm ochre and shamrock-green walls, an open bar area and colorful sports memorabilia. Diners line up in droves to sample Sullivan’s golden fried fish and chips, juicy burgers and savory appetizers. At Sullivan’s, everyone is blessed with the luck o’ the Irish.

The creative menu features appetizers, homemade soups, crisp salads, hearty sandwiches, juicy burgers and house specials. Irish nachos are mounds of cheesy goodness with hand cut fries topped with cheddar and blue cheese, crisp bacon and salsa. Bowls of Guinness stew chock full of slow-simmered beef and vegetables stick to your ribs. Juicy burgers are a sight to behold, featuring homemade never-frozen Angus beef. Ma-Ma Sullivan’s Corned Beef Reuben is heaven on a plate with tender slices of house-made corn beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Thousand Island dressing.

The extensive draft beer selection has something to please everyone. The taps flow with Smithwick’s, Guinness, Sam Adams Lager, Blue Moon Belgian White, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, IPA and more. Slainte!

Sullivan’s Rhode wisely automated its popular pub with Retail Control Solutions’ integrated technology solutions. They chose the powerful POSitouch POS system that seamlessly adapts to any restaurant environment. It’s never been easier to track bar tabs and execute quick and accurate bar orders. Flexible Restaurant Point of Sale features send orders to the kitchen quicker and process credit cards in no time. Restaurant POS tools automate their lively restaurant and pub for maximum efficiency.

And Kitchen Automation modules automate and make their kitchen more efficient with intuitive application displays. Comprehensive Inventory software helps Sullivan’s track inventory and control food costs with real-time information.

For information on Restaurant POS Systems in Rhode Island, contact Retail Control Solutions today at 800-767-2212.

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