How Do I Configure TimeForge with Restaurant Manager Point of Sale?

TimeForge integrates with a number of powerful POS systems, including Restaurant Manager. ASI Restaurant Manager, is a powerful and easy to use Point of Sale system, with dealers all over the globe.

Integration between TimeForge and Restaurant Manager requires installing the TimeForge RM Bridge software on the main Restaurant Manager computer.

The integration software will read and write to your Restaurant Manager system where necessary, and can enforce your TimeForge schedules – preventing employees from clocking in before they are scheduled to work.

Ensure the Software is Configured Properly

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If the TimeForge-Restaurant Manager Bridge was not properly configured to use a Web Service account, you will first need to configure the Web Services.

Configure the TimeForge-Restaurant Manager Bridge

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If the TimeForge-Restaurant Manager Bridge has not yet been fully configured, make sure to set up the Web Service Username and Password.

These values can be configured on the TimeForge web site, and will allow the software to communicate with TimeForge securely.

Configure the Restaurant Manager POS Integration

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Configure the Restaurant Manager POS side of the TimeForge-Restaurant Manager Bridge. Some of the important values on this screen include:

1. Restaurant Manager system location. This is the directory with all of the DBF files, and Restaurant Manager programs, in it. In most cases, the defaults will work for your Restaurant Manager installation.

2. By default, TimeForge uses the time punch (login) values from Restaurant Manager. However, if you would like to circumvent the Restaurant Manager time punches, and would prefer to use the TimeForge Attendance system, then please un-check this option.

Set Up the Translator

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Review the TimeForge-Restaurant Manager Bridge dashboard.

1. The Last Successful Sync Date shows the last date and time that the software was able to read from your RM database.

2. The Last Synchronization shows the last date and time that a synchronization was attempted.

3. The Status shows the status of the last synchronization (it will either be SUCCESSFUL or FAILED).

4. The Next Synchronization shows the date and time of the next scheduled synchronization.

You are all done. TimeForge will synchronize your data based on the needs of your restaurant, and will keep the data in TimeForge and in Restaurant Manager POS communicating properly.

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How Do I Install TimeForge with QuickBooks?

TimeForge can integrate with many different software programs, including accounting systems such as QuickBooks. QuickBooks is one of the most popular accounting systems in the world, and is used by small, medium, and large businesses around the globe.

TimeForge integration with QuickBooks involves installing the TimeForge Accounting Bridge software on one of the computer systems running QuickBooks. If you are using QuickBooks Enterprise, you can install the software on the QuickBooks Enterprise server.

The TimeForge Accounting software will read approved time sheets from TimeForge, and then import time cards and weekly time sheets into QuickBooks. With the time sheets inside of QuickBooks, you can pay your employees using QuickBooks Payroll – either by cutting your staff a check, or using Intuit Online Payroll.

Install the TimeForge Accounting Bridge software

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Begin installing the TimeForge Accounting Bridge software.

Accept the EULA

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Accept the terms of the End User License Agreement.

Choose a Directory to Install the Software

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Choose a directory to install the TimeForge Accounting Bridge. The default is usually correct.

Pick a Start Menu Folder

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Choose the Start Menu Folder to install the software.

Enter Your Web Service Username and Password

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1. If you already have a TimeForge account, enter your Web Service Username and Password to connect with TimeForge.

A web service username and password is not the same as your TimeForge username (usually your email address), but is a secured username and password that allows the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge to communicate with TimeForge.

You can create a Web Service account by logging into your account, and go to the Settings for your location / store. You can then set your web service username and password.

2. If you do not yet have a TimeForge account, get started by creating a TimeForge account. We will create a Web Service Username and Password for you automatically.

Create a TimeForge Account

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If you need to create a TimeForge account, please fill out all of the fields, including your company name, first and last name, email address, password, and a password recovery answer.

We will automatically create your Web Service Username and Password for you.

Finish the TimeForge Accounting Set up

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Finish the TimeForge Accounting Set up.

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How Do I Configure TimeForge with Micros Point of Sale?

TimeForge can integrate with several Point of Sale systems, including Micros RES 4. RES 4 is the point of sale system supplied with many of the Micros 3700 hardware, and is a very popular POS system.

TimeForge integration with Micros involves installing the TimeForge Micros Bridge software on the computer system hosting the Sybase database that powers Micros RES 4.

The TimeForge Micros software will read and write to your Micros system as necessary, and can enforce your TimeForge schedules – preventing employees from riding the clock, clocking in early or clocking out late. Additionally, you can forecast sales and inventory needs using TimeForge and your Micros sales data.

Ensure the Software is Configured Properly

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If the TimeForge Micros Bridge was not properly configured to use a Web Service account, you will first need to configure the Web Services.

Configure the TimeForge Micros Bridge

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If the TimeForge Micros Bridge has not yet been fully configured, make sure to set up the Web Service Username and Password.

These values can be configured on the TimeForge web site, and will allow the software to communicate with TimeForge securely.

Configure the Micros POS Integration

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Configure the Dinerware POS side of the TimeForge Micros Bridge. Some of the important values on this screen include:

1. Micros RES 4 Server settings, including the Database Name, Username and Password.

2. Choose how often the software should poll or synchronize with the Micros POS system.

Set Up the Translator

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Review the TimeForge Micros Bridge dashboard.

1. The Last Successful Sync Date shows the last date and time that the software was able to read from your Micros database.

2. The Last Synchronization shows the last date and time that a synchronization was attempted.

3. The Status shows the status of the last synchronization (it will either be SUCCESSFUL or FAILED).

4. The Next Synchronization shows the date and time of the next scheduled synchronization.

You are all done. TimeForge will synchronize your data based on the needs of your restaurant, and will keep the data in TimeForge and in Micros POS communicating properly.

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How Do I Install TimeForge with Micros Point of Sale?

TimeForge can integrate with many different Point of Sale systems, including Micros RES 4.x. RES 4 is the point of sale system supplied with many of the Micros 3700 hardware, and is a very popular POS system for both restaurant and retail companies.

TimeForge integration with Micros involves installing the TimeForge Micros Bridge software on the primary computer system that also has the Sybase database that powers Micros RES 4.

The TimeForge Micros software will read and write to your Micros system as necessary, and can enforce your TimeForge schedules – stopping employees from clocking in too early or clocking out too late. You can forecast sales and inventory needs using TimeForge and your Micros sales data.

Install the TimeForge Micros Bridge software

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Begin installing the TimeForge Micros Bridge software.

Accept the EULA

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Accept the terms of the End User License Agreement.

Choose a Directory to Install the Software

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Choose a directory to install the TimeForge Micros Bridge. The default is usually correct.

Pick a Start Menu Folder

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Choose the Start Menu Folder to install the software.

Enter Your Web Service Username and Password

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1. If you already have a TimeForge account, enter your Web Service Username and Password to connect with TimeForge.

A web service username and password is not the same as your TimeForge username (usually your email address), but is a secured username and password that allows the TimeForge Micros Bridge to communicate with TimeForge.

You can create a Web Service account by logging into your account, and go to the Settings for your location / store. You can then set your web service username and password.

2. If you do not yet have a TimeForge account, get started by creating a TimeForge account. We will create a Web Service Username and Password for you automatically.

Create a TimeForge Account

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If you need to create a TimeForge account, please fill out all of the fields, including your company name, first and last name, email address, password, and a password recovery answer.

We will automatically create your Web Service Username and Password for you.

Configure Micros Connection Settings

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Set up the Micros database connection settings. You will need to configure your Micros database (by default, this is named micros), and you will also need to configure a username and password to connect to the database.

Please note: The username and password must have read and write access to your Sybase database.

The TimeForge Micros will Try to Connect

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If your database connection parameters are incorrect, TimeForge will let you know.

All Done!

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At this point, go ahead and run the TimeForge Bridge software.

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TimeForge University: Schedule Templates 201

TimeForge Schedule Templates can be used to easily and quickly build labor schedules.  Use schedule templates and weekly templates together to identify upcoming labor requirements and plan your staffing needs.

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Additionally, you can build schedule templates as you build your work schedule, and can create an unlimited number of weekly and daily schedule templates.  Each department can also have their own schedule templates, if desired.

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How Do I Configure TimeForge with Aloha POS?

TimeForge can integrate and communicate with several Point of Sale systems, including Aloha by Radiant Systems. Aloha is a great Point of Sale system, with dealers all over the world.

TimeForge integration with Aloha involves installing the TimeForge Aloha Bridge software on a computer system with access to the Aloha installation directory.

The software will read and write to your Aloha system as necessary, and can keep employees, positions / job codes, sales, and time punches synchronized between the two systems.

Additionally, you can use the TimeForge Fingerprint scanner with Aloha POS to allow biometric clock-in’s and clock-out’s.

Ensure the Software is Configured Properly

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If the TimeForge Aloha Bridge was not properly configured to use a Web Service account, you will first need to configure the Web Service account.

Configure the TimeForge Aloha Bridge

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If the TimeForge Aloha Bridge has not yet been fully configured, make sure to set up the Web Service Username and Password to access your TimeForge data.

These values can be configured on the TimeForge website, and will allow the software to communicate with TimeForge securely.

Configure the Aloha POS Integration

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If the Aloha POS location has not yet been configured, you must first configure where Aloha stores the daily grind files.

Locate the Aloha POS Settings

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Configure the Aloha POS side of the TimeForge Aloha Bridge. Some of the important values on this screen include:

1. The path to the Aloha grind files, which is normally C:\Aloha or C:\AlohaQS (for quick service or QSR restaurants).

2. Choose how many previous days TimeForge should consider for labor adjustments. This ensures that TimeForge scans old time punch / time card entries to identify manager edits to time punches.

3. By default, TimeForge users the time punch values from Aloha. However, if you would like to circumvent the Aloha time punches (time cards), and would prefer to use the TimeForge Attendance system and optional biometrics, then please un-check this option.

Review Synchronization Settings in Aloha

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Review the TimeForge Aloha Bridge dashboard.

1. The Last Successful Sync Date shows the last date and time that the software was able to read from your Aloha grind files. This normally happens once per day, and should occur automatically.

2. The Last Synchronization shows the last date and time that a synchronization was attempted.

3. The Status shows the status of the last synchronization (it will either be SUCCESSFUL or FAILED).

4. The Next Synchronization shows the date and time of the next scheduled synchronization.

You are all done. TimeForge will synchronize your data based on the needs of your restaurant, and will keep the data in TimeForge and in Aloha POS communicating properly.

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How Do I Install TimeForge with Aloha Point of Sale?

TimeForge can integrate with several Point of Sale systems, including Aloha by Radiant Systems. Aloha is a great Point of Sale system, with dealers all over the world.

TimeForge integration with Aloha involves installing the TimeForge Aloha Bridge software on a computer system with access to the Aloha installation directory.

The software will read and write to your Aloha system as necessary, and can keep employees, positions / job codes, sales, and time punches synchronized between the two systems. Additionally, you can use the TimeForge Fingerprint scanner with Aloha POS to allow biometric clock-in’s and clock-out’s.

Install the TimeForge Aloha Bridge software

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Begin installing the TimeForge Aloha Bridge software.

Accept the EULA

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Accept the terms of the End User License Agreement.

Choose a Directory to Install the Software

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Choose a directory to install the TimeForge Aloha Bridge. The default is usually fine.

Pick a Start Menu Folder

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Choose the Start Menu Folder to install the software.

Enter Your Web Service Username and Password

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1. If you already have a TimeForge account, enter your Web Service Username and Password to connect with TimeForge.

A web service username and password is not the same as your TimeForge username (usually your email address), but is a secured username and password that allows the Dinerware TimeForge Bridge to communicate with TimeForge.

You can create a Web Service account by logging into your account, and go to the Settings for your location / store. You can then set your web service username and password.

2. If you do not yet have a TimeForge account, get started by creating a TimeForge account. We will create a Web Service Username and Password for you automatically.

Create a TimeForge Account

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If you need to create a TimeForge account, please fill out all of the fields, including your company name, first and last name, email address, password, and a password recovery answer.

We will automatically create your Web Service Username and Password for you.

Configure for Aloha POS

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Configure TimeForge for your Aloha POS installation. In most cases, the defaults will suffice for your software.

1. Choose the directory where Aloha is installed. This could be on a network drive. Normally it will be C:\Aloha, or C:\AlohaQS for Aloha Quick Service.

2. Indicate how many previous / prior days TimeForge should check for labor adjustments. Changes made prior to this time frame may not be reflected inside of TimeForge.

All Done!

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At this point, go ahead and run the TimeForge Bridge software.

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TimeForge University: Schedule Templates 101

Schedule Templates are 24-hour periods of time that reflect a single day. You can use a schedule template to organize your labor requirements in advance of the actual schedule, allowing you to easily anticipate upcoming staffing needs.

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Templates allow you to rapidly build staff schedules, if you will spend some time in advance thinking about your labor requirements.

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How Do I Configure TimeForge with Dinerware Point of Sale?

TimeForge can integrate with several Point of Sale systems, including Dinerware. Dinerware is a wonderful Point of Sale system, with dealers all over the world.

TimeForge integration with Dinerware involves installing the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge software on the Brain computer system.

The software will read and write to your Dinerware system as necessary, and can enforce your TimeForge schedules – preventing employees from riding the clock. Additionally, you can use the TimeForge Fingerprint scanner with Dinerware to allow biometric clock-in’s and clock-out’s.

Ensure the Software is Configured Properly

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If the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge was not properly configured to use a Web Service account, you will first need to configure the Web Services.

Configure the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge

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If the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge has not yet been fully configured, make sure to set up the Web Service Username and Password.

These values can be configured on the TimeForge web site, and will allow the software to communicate with TimeForge securely.

Configure the Dinerware POS Integration

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Configure the Dinerware POS side of the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge. Some of the important values on this screen include:

1. Dinerware Server settings, including the Server Name, Database Name, Username and Password. In most cases, the defaults will work for your Dinerware installation.

2. Choose how often the software should poll or synchronize with the Dinerware POS system.

3. If you would like to override the TimeForge settings for early clock-in’s and late clock-out’s, or to enable staff members who are not scheduled to clock in (without manager approval), please check this box.

4. By default, TimeForge uses the time punch values from Dinerware. However, if you would like to circumvent the Dinerware time punches, and would prefer to use the TimeForge Attendance system and biometrics, then please un-check this option.

Set Up the Translator

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Review the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge dashboard.

1. The Last Successful Sync Date shows the last date and time that the software was able to read from your Dinerware database.

2. The Last Synchronization shows the last date and time that a synchronization was attempted.

3. The Status shows the status of the last synchronization (it will either be SUCCESSFUL or FAILED).

4. The Next Synchronization shows the date and time of the next scheduled synchronization.

You are all done. TimeForge will synchronize your data based on the needs of your restaurant, and will keep the data in TimeForge and in Dinerware POS communicating properly.

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How Do I Install TimeForge with Dinerware Point of Sale?

TimeForge can integrate with several Point of Sale systems, including Dinerware. Dinerware is a wonderful Point of Sale system, with dealers all over the world.

TimeForge integration with Dinerware involves installing the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge software on the Brain computer system.

The software will read and write to your Dinerware system as necessary, and can enforce your TimeForge schedules – preventing employees from riding the clock. Additionally, you can use the TimeForge Fingerprint scanner with Dinerware to allow biometric clock-in’s and clock-out’s.

Install the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge software

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Begin installing the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge software.

Accept the EULA

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Accept the terms of the End User License Agreement.

Choose a Directory to Install the Software

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Choose a directory to install the TimeForge Dinerware Bridge. The default is usually correct.

Pick a Start Menu Folder

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Choose the Start Menu Folder to install the software.

Enter Your Web Service Username and Password

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1. If you already have a TimeForge account, enter your Web Service Username and Password to connect with TimeForge.

A web service username and password is not the same as your TimeForge username (usually your email address), but is a secured username and password that allows the Dinerware TimeForge Bridge to communicate with TimeForge.

You can create a Web Service account by logging into your account, and go to the Settings for your location / store. You can then set your web service username and password.

2. If you do not yet have a TimeForge account, get started by creating a TimeForge account. We will create a Web Service Username and Password for you automatically.

Create a TimeForge Account

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If you need to create a TimeForge account, please fill out all of the fields, including your company name, first and last name, email address, password, and a password recovery answer.

We will automatically create your Web Service Username and Password for you.

Configure Dinerware Connection Settings

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Set up the Dinerware database connection settings. Most likely, the default settings will work with your Dinerware installation.

All Done!

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At this point, go ahead and run the TimeForge Bridge software.

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