The bar is where the magic happens. It’s the engine that drives your profits. Why? Because liquor sales deliver the highest margins, generating the greatest returns on your sales. How you manage your bar and track key metrics is crucial to running a successful bar or restaurant. Keeping a close eye on the cost of goods sold (COGS) and labor costs is essential to optimizing your bar’s performance.

The hospitality industry is currently experiencing a surge in automation. Rising costs—from cost of goods sold (COGS) to higher labor expenses—have squeezed margins, forcing many businesses to raise prices and limit staff. As a result, companies are increasingly turning to technology for solutions. Recent advancements in robotics and software have made automated systems more reliable, stable, and capable of providing metrics that justify the initial investment.