FIXE Team Member Spotlight: Mariana Martinez
FIXE
November 13, 2024
Mariana Martinez is a dedicated FIXE Account Manager based in Nicaragua. She grew up in the Spanish colonial town of León, and 25 years ago,
FIXE Communal Table
Grab a seat at our communal table, where we discuss best practices for using FIXE software and navigating the restaurant world, based on our experiences. FIXE clients also share handy testimonials.
How is my restaurant doing with sales and efficiency?
Ryan
October 30, 2024
Which sales metrics and efficiencies should restaurants focus on to determine whether they’re succeeding in business?
FIXE Team Member Spotlight: Nicoll Maligaya
FIXE
October 16, 2024
Nicoll Maligaya is a FIXE Senior Lead who lives in Cavite, a city that’s located south of Manila in the Philippines. She earned a Bachelor
How am I doing with my restaurant investment?
Ryan
October 2, 2024
Cash on cash return, sales per square foot, construction cost per square foot, and rent per square foot are the major metrics that you want to look at to see if your numbers make sense and if it’s going to be a reasonable, attainable investment.
Comparing Accrued vs. Incurred restaurant bookkeeping
Olivia
September 18, 2024
You incur expenses and record them as money leaves your bank account. Accrual spreads out expenses across the time period that expense covers.
Benefit from restaurant shows + California Restaurant Show findings
Ryan
September 5, 2024
Attend restaurant shows to meet people, get new perspectives and promote what you’re doing, which will benefit your business in different ways.
Demystifying restaurant sales misalignment
Olivia
August 29, 2024
Sales numbers don’t necessarily match up in platforms like QuickBooks Online (QBO) and Toast, which causes confusion. Understand line items.
Negotiate terms with restaurant vendors to maximize operating cash flow
Ryan
August 14, 2024
Operating Cash Flow is an important part of succeeding in the restaurant business. You have wiggle room in how you pay some vendors.
Grow your restaurant business with QuickBooks Online (and FIXE)
Yogish
July 25, 2024
QuickBooks Online (QBO) is an industry-standard software that small businesses use to efficiently manage their finances. FIXE integrates QBO.
FIXE up past financial reporting for consistency, comparison and tax purposes
Olivia
July 10, 2024
FIXE can correct and categorize past expenses, payroll and sales figures. Make sure financial records are consistent and ready for tax filing.
COGS-Well co-founder Bill Lindsey on managing restaurant inventory
FIXE
June 27, 2024
Bill Lindsey co-founded COGS-Well with Dave Douglas, Glen Nelson and Mike Brown in 2019 to help restaurants with inventory management.
Sales and bank deposits are different: Account for tax, tips + fees
Olivia
June 24, 2024
Sales and bank account deposits are different. This misunderstanding can lead to not having enough money to function. Or to pay taxes.
National Restaurant Association Show practical advice and industry trends
Ryan
June 10, 2024
Ryan Handel attended National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago. He shares trends and advises how to get the most out of your experience.
Restaurant bookkeeping essentials: Financials vs. Statistics
Ryan
May 16, 2024
Financials show your Profit & Loss. Statistics tell us more about performance but don’t quantify whether you have a successful business.
Comparing restaurant accounting calendars: Monthly vs. 4-4-5 vs. 13-period
Ryan
May 8, 2024
Restaurants can follow financial calendars with 4-week, 4-week and 5-week blocks each accounting quarter, monthly, or in 13 4-week periods.
My FIXE story: Matt Tobey (Champagnes Kitchen)
FIXE
May 2, 2024
Matt Tobey explains how FIXE helped him and chef-wife Winnona to better understand their business and allow Champagnes Kitchen to thrive.
FIXE Restaurant Bookkeeping Glossary
FIXE
April 17, 2024
Restaurant bookkeeping terminology can be confusing. Our glossary demystifies terms and acronyms that you’ll commonly find when running your restaurant.
Helping restaurants make the most of 3rd party apps
Ryan
April 8, 2024
Focus on other areas with 3rd party apps where it’s possible to increase understanding and performance while saving money and aggravation.