LRS Connect improves guest and staff communications

Informed customers or guests that receive timely communications will love the improved guest experience, involving fast service, great communications, service levels enhancements, end even more attentive staff. LRS Connect application uses digital multiple waitlists, paging or text messaging while at the same time collecting important data for easy analysis either within Connect or from downloaded data that can show real performance information based on real data.

LRS has developed the Connect system even further with the use of text or SMS messaging from the application to the customer or guest. And recent new technology text pagers that can handle messaging to customers directly to pager if budgets are tight. Benefits includes start to finish communications that reduce queues, enhances service levels, improves table turns, enhance overall performance and improve customer experience in ways that might be difficult to achieve with other methods..

Waitlist Control

Use waitlists to add staff and guests so that you can achieve total control and see exactly the current wait state within the business

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Improve Communication

Ensure guests are kept informed and staff receive the information they need instantly at the press of a button. Simple to upgrade from current LRS paging systems.

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Monitor Performance from Data

With real time data information and historical collected data it's simple to learn the typical performance statistics of the business.

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Varied Messaging Notifications

Contact customers and staff through multiple methods from the LRS Connect screen standard or custom messaging.

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Multi-device Use

Flexible communication platforms supported include SMS, paging, text messaging, mobile phone and more. Enable guest call buttons that can operate through connect giving customers and staff the ability to use what is most convenient for them.

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Track Real Time Performance

The on-screen real time performance dashboard is extremely useful to see exactly how performance is being delivered at  any time. Data is collected for export and later assessment. API's are available too.

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Use Multiple Waitlists

Create waitlists for staff, for guests - in fact you can create as many waitlists as you need. Staff or guests can be moved between waitlists easily. Track customer flow and throughput in data too.

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Simple Interface Reduces Confusion

The Connect interface is so easy to use, you can be up and running in less than 1 hour. Create advisory wait times for guests and notify staff when assigning work tasks.

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Automatic Timers - Run on Autopilot!

Automatic countdown timers can be turned on or off, but when on and the guest reaches the allocated time they can be automatically notified instantly. Reduce 'overs' of wait time and improve efficiency.

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Status with Colour Codes

Colour is used extensively in the waitlists to notify staff about whether over time, approaching specified time or are new on the waitlist. Just click to view the information all in real time.

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Use Tags

Create 'Tags' and associate them with staff or guests. In the case shown Tags show either UK Trucks or EU Trucks for logistics, but a Tag can be for almost any task. Enhance overall efficiency.

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Collect Important Operation Data

Stored and current data can be analysed to provide many key metrics and operation insight to use for management information rather than anecdotal guesses.

Using the Screen Features

Because LRS Connect is accessible through a 'browser' based on almost any platform it is possible to have multiple login's to the waitlist system. The menu structure allows for different staff log-in if needed and operational menu's can be tailored for the specific user. For example if user A needs the main waitlist screen then they can be limited to that screen. User B might need full access - no problem! The Connect system is tailored to the operators needs keeping things simple to use. Below is information on the colour codes used for entries on a wait list.

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BLUE

Blue indicates that the entry has just been added to the waitlist.

AMBER

Amber indicates that the waitlist entry is nearing its maximum time.

GREEN

Green is an indicator for a waitlist entry that confirms the entry (whether customer, guest or staff) has been messaged by one of the installed methods, pager, text pager or SMS message.

RED

The red indicator confirms that the entry in the waitlist is now over the designated time.

Other general information is as indicated on the image (click for a larger view).

Full Analytics & Key Metrics

LRS Connect works all the time collecting data that you can compare and learn more about your business. Choose a selected date range and learn the total sessions, average notification and end times and your goal met from all sessions. This information highlights performance across the company to increase customer experience and service levels.

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Other Featured Benefits

• Quick and Easy Entry

• Custom Messages

• Unlimited Access

• Countdown Timer

• Simple Quick-Tap Interface

• Track and Compare Performance

• Status Indicators

• Completely Unlimited

• Record Actionable Data

• Flexible Engagement.

LRS Connect is great for use in automotive, distribution, education, entertainment, fitness and hygiene, grocery supermarkets, healthcare & the NHS, hotels, manufacturing, professional offices, resellers, restaurants for casual, fast casual or fast food, retail, travel and warehousing.

How Connect Works

LRS Connect uses both wired and wireless connectivity. Here is an example of how the whole solution operates.

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CLOUD BASED

Data is collected on-site and forwarded to the cloud to secure servers for storage and later retrieval for analytics.

TEXT MESSAGING

The system can transmit text messages to all LRS alphanumeric pagers including the new CS8 Text pager. It is also possible to SMS text mobile phones that are off-site.

CALL BUTTONS FOR CONVENIENCE

Pressing a pre-programed call button by a guest can message a staff member to attend the customers needs. The message includes the exact location for the staff.

MULTI-SCREEN BROWSING

Connect operates on a browser so all platforms with browsers are handled as are multi-screens for more than one staff operator.

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System Components

LRS Connect supports a number of devices with some optional units available. Do bear in mind that the system does need an internet connection with 10Mb throughput and at least internet 3Mb upload speeds.

SP4 Staff Communicator

This staff pager has 4 LED's for custom messaging as well as vibration on/off programming. Rechargeable battery. Communicate with staff instantly.

CS6 or CS7 Guest Customer Pager

CS6 is low cost guest pager coloured red and can include vibration. CS7 has a digital display, vibration and choice of colours. Perfect for recalling customers.

CS8 TEXT Guest Pager

CS8 Alpha is a text messaging guest pager that receives messages from Connect plus vibrate. 6 colours. Send descriptive instructions to guests while waiting.

Staff Text Alpha Pager 

Large screen & Rechargeable staff text messaging. Contact staff at the press of a button and these devices are easy to read instructions. New Vibe+ Pager

Wrist Watch Text

Give wrist watch text pagers to staff to improve communication that is easy to see. It can also vibrate on the wrist to advise incoming instructions to staff.

Any Browser

LRS Connect works with all the above browsers, whether on PC or Apple devices. Connect works well on all browsers we have tested and more.

Transmitter TX-7471

Powerful and can be networked, the TX-7471 is controlled from Connect. Wait list communication is so simple. Multi units can be linked on one network for large areas. This transmitter supports all LRS pagers.

Call Buttons for Guests

Call buttons on-site improve the speed of operation of service or can even be used for first aid etc. Instant messaging with location is sent to staff and increases service levels dramatically.

Excellent UK Warranty

A three year warranty is offered by LRS UK office only for all products sold that are LRS devices. This is for manufacturing defects, but devices are so robust and we rarely get many repairs under warranty.

Connect brochure and further information?

We have a really useful brochure PDF that you can download from the link on the right.

Read our FAQ section

Think of LRS Connect as being the 'glue' that connects systems together

It's possible to use most individual systems, like staff messaging pagers, guest coaster pagers, customer call buttons or SMS text separately and they all contribute to efficiency. But using Connect will seamlessly create and manage waitlists, guest or staff communications, reporting and analytics that will reduce waiting time, turn tables faster, and ultimately improve the customer experience and profitability overall.

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CONTACTING US ABOUT CONNECT (UK)

Either call our specialists in our customer services on +44(0)1782537000 to learn more about LRS Connect or fill out the form below. We'll contact you as soon as possible and thank you for your enquiry.