{"id":676,"date":"2026-07-02T12:45:06","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T11:45:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.idxtra.com\/?p=676"},"modified":"2026-07-02T12:45:06","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T11:45:06","slug":"how-eventpos-is-transforming-cashless-catering-at-new-city-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.idxtra.com\/?p=676","title":{"rendered":"How EventPOS is Transforming Cashless Catering at New City College"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Efficient catering services are vital for any large educational institution – particularly one like New City College<\/strong>, an OFSTED Outstanding provider<\/strong> serving over 40,000 weekly transactions across 9 campuses<\/strong>. Managing such high volumes requires a system that not only processes payments quickly but also enhances operational efficiency. That\u2019s why New City College<\/strong> has relied on idXtra\u2019s EventPOS<\/strong> for over a decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Addressing the Challenge of Long Queues<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Before implementing EventPOS<\/strong>, the college faced significant delays during peak hours, with over 500 students<\/strong> queuing at a single campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Reducing queue times was a major priority. EventPOS<\/strong> has helped us speed up transactions and improve the overall dining experience for our students.”
Paul Crossey, Group Director of Catering, New City College<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Power of Seamless Integration<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Another key advantage of EventPOS<\/strong> is its flexible reporting capabilities. Schools often require tailored reports to meet their unique needs. idXtra<\/strong> understands this necessity and provides customised reports as part of its service, ensuring institutions have access to the data they need without additional complications. that meet their specific needs without additional costs. This enables institutions to access the data they need to make informed decisions on catering operations, inventory management, and financial tracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EventPOS<\/strong> integrates directly with the college\u2019s MIS database, ensuring real-time updates on student balances and transaction records. This level of automation allows catering staff to focus on service rather than administrative tasks, making lunchtime operations more streamlined and efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smarter Decision-Making with Advanced Reporting<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

One of the most valuable features of EventPOS<\/strong> is its detailed and customisable reporting system. Understanding that each institution has different reporting requirements, idXtra<\/strong> offers flexible and customised reports, allowing schools to efficiently track financial performance and inventory trends with ease., ensuring that schools have the insights they need to make informed decisions. With this data, the catering team can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n