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Picture this: you’re in the lounge of a bustling UK hotel chain, chatting with a fellow IT lead about tech that just… clicks. Across our conversation, you’re realising that the everyday tools you install, EPOS till systems, digital media screens, self-service kiosks, even drive-thru menus, are quietly leading a sustainability revolution. And trust me, it’s not about complexity, it’s about smart moves that make a real difference.
EPOS: Your Checkout That’s Eco-Savvy
Let’s start with EPOS. It’s no longer just a register; it’s a sustainability MVP. Consider the folks over at Lemon & Rosemary Yard in Norfolk. They swapped out their sets of sticky stock sheets for an Epos Now system and now manage inventory seamlessly while cutting food waste and speeding up service. That simple shift keeps waste low and kitchens humming. (Finexer Open Banking Blogs)
Slide over to another success – Uniware’s EPOS solution. Their systems don’t just go paperless by emailing receipts; they also enable staff to log unsold dishes as waste, helping managers tweak prep runs and reduce trash. It’s not rocket science, just getting smart about what gets measured. (Uniware Systems)
Plus, Uniware’s energy-efficient EPOS hardware with auto-shutdown features shows you’re saving electricity when systems are idle. It’s sleeker, greener, and still totally reliable. (Uniware Systems)
Digital Media Screens: Posters Who Went Green
Next up, think about all those posters and leaflets gathering dust in staff areas, or worse, destined for the bin. Digital media screens drop that waste entirely. You can update promotions, event info, or even sustainability messages across your portfolio with a few clicks. And modern LED screens? They guzzle up to 75% less power than ancient models, plus they dim automatically based on ambient light. (Epos Now, thehbpgroup.co.uk)
Kiosks: Self-Service That’s Leaner, Smarter, and Sometimes Cordless
Here’s where things get flexible. Self-service kiosks are inherently paperless; menus, orders, and receipts are all digital. But the sustainability punch comes from rugged, modular hardware, which cuts e-waste because you upgrade parts, not entire units. (Kiosk Machine)
Take Thistle Hotels (GLH Group): they rolled out Protouch kiosks at over 30 sites across the UK, giving guests full access to printing, browsing, and boarding passes, and they all reset automatically for the next guest. It’s efficient, stylish, and less wasteful. (Kiosk Machine)
Drive-Thru Tech: Speed, Smarts, and Cleaner Air
Alright, drive-thrus aren’t everywhere in hospitality, but they’re creeping in, especially in quick-service models. When AI-driven displays tailor menus based on time of day or weather patterns, guests order faster and far fewer cars idle in the lane. It’s an eco-friendly service with a side of efficiency.
What This Means for Operations and Your Guest Experience
So what’s the bottom line? Your installs are not just tech roll-outs, they’re sustainability power plays. EPOS systems keep paper and spoilage in check. Screens mean zero-print, high-flex messaging. Kiosks are flexible and future-ready. And drive-thru tech? Speedy picks with cleaner air.
Crucially, when these systems are plugged into one roof, your roof, you deliver value: reduced waste, energy savings, smoother service, and happier, eco-aware guests.
To sum it up: Sustainability isn’t a buzzword, it’s efficiency dressed up as environmental action. With these tools, green isn’t slower or pricier; it’s faster, smarter, and more appealing. And that’s gold in hospitality.
