[Updated Jul. 7, 2004] — A large deli chain will implement a Linux-based point-of-sale (POS) system using cross-platform restaurant software from Siva Corporation. Jason's Deli will run the iSiva suite on embedded Linux POS devices in conjunction with local and remote Windows servers.

Siva says its cross-platform iSiva suite automates sales, labor, and inventory processes in the restaurant environment, improving the management of money, materials, and people for multi-unit operators.

The Siva suite supports multi-unit businesses and remote heterogeneous users
According to Jason's CIO Kevin Verde, the deli chain is rapidly moving toward a homogeneous Linux environment, but still needs to run some legacy Windows applications on its back office servers. “Linux offers an amazing value proposition for restaurant applications,” said Verde. “Its stability and low cost make Linux well-suited as an embedded, appliance-type operating system. It just makes sense — from a support standpoint as well as cost. SIVA works with what we have today and want in the future.”

Canadian vendor Squirrel also offers a cross-platform POS product.

Verde adds, “SIVA's enterprise architecture provides real-time visibility into restaurant operations for managers at every level of our business.”

Jason's Deli originated in 1976 in Beaumont, Texas with one location and 12 menu items. It now offers a menu of more than 100 items at 130 locations in 17 states, and supports delivery and online ordering.

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