Guava Insights

Insights that help restaurants run better

Practical thinking on operations, margins, growth, and technology for clarity, not noise. No fluff, just what works.

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Margins & Costs5 min read

Why most restaurants don't actually know their margins

It's not just about food cost. Discover the hidden operational leaks that are draining your profit, and how to plug them with real-time data.

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David Chen

Head of Ops

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Operations4 min read

How confirmation messages reduce no-shows without deposits

Automated SMS reminders can recover up to 30% of lost revenue. Here is the script we recommend.

Sarah Jenks
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Digital Ordering7 min read

Table service vs. QR codes: Finding the right mix

Hybrid models are winning. Learn when to automate ordering and when to keep the human touch.

Mike Ross
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Inventory6 min read

The art of the weekly stocktake

Stop guessing your COGS. A repeatable, 15-minute process for tracking high-value items accurately.

Elena Gomez
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Automate your inventory counts

Manual spreadsheets are error-prone. See how Guava's Inventory AI predicts usage and generates orders for you in seconds.

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Staffing5 min read

Retaining top talent in a tight market

Why salary isn't the only lever you can pull. Building a culture of ownership and clear progression paths.

David Chen
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Data & Payments8 min read

Payment processing fees: A hidden tax on growth

Understanding interchange plus vs. flat rate models, and how to negotiate better terms for your volume.

Sarah Jenks
Operator Playbook

The No-Show Reduction Series

A 4-part deep dive into psychology, automation, and policy changes to protect your covers.

Turn these ideas into daily workflows

Guava was built to handle the complexity of modern restaurants. See how our tools apply these insights automatically.