Aloha POS Integration
Connect Aloha Sales Data to NxtEdge
The Aloha POS integration allows NxtEdge to receive daily sales and menu data directly from your Aloha system. Once connected, Aloha sales categories, item sales and product-level sales data can support reporting, cost of goods calculations and POS-based analysis inside NxtEdge.
- Daily Sales Data
- Menu Item Data
- Category Sales Reporting
- COGS & POS Analysis
NxtEdge
Sales Data • Menu Data • Reporting
How It Works
From Aloha Sales Data to NxtEdge Reporting
Confirm Access Requirements
Remote access to the Aloha Back Office PC and firewall access to nxtedge.net must be confirmed before installation.
Install the Aloha Applet
NxtEdge connects to the Aloha Back Office PC and installs a small applet with a scheduled task.
Transmit Sales Files Nightly
Aloha sales and menu files are collected after End of Day processing and securely transmitted to NxtEdge.
Map & Analyze Data
Sales categories and menu data become available in NxtEdge for mapping, reporting, COGS analysis and POS-based visibility.
Why NxtEdge
Turn Aloha Sales Data Into Operational Visibility
Aloha tells you what was sold. NxtEdge uses Aloha sales and menu data to support food cost reporting, category analysis, recipe depletion, COGS calculations and better operational visibility.
- Sales Category Mapping
- Product-Level Sales Reporting
- Menu Mix Visibility
- Cost of Goods Support
Key Capabilities
Aloha POS Data Connected to Cost Control
Daily Sales Data
Aloha sales data is transmitted nightly after End of Day processing to keep reporting current inside NxtEdge.
- Nightly Sales Data
- End of Day Processing
- Daily Category Sales
- Product Sales
- Reporting Updates
Menu & Item Data
NxtEdge receives Aloha menu and item files to support item mapping, category mapping and product-level analysis.
- Item List
- Category List
- Menu Data
- Product Mapping
- Sales Categories
COGS & Reporting Support
Aloha sales data supports food cost visibility, COGS calculations, menu analysis and operational reporting in NxtEdge.
- COGS Reporting
- Menu Analysis
- Sales Reporting
- Food Cost Visibility
- Operational Insights
Scheduled Data Transmission
A small applet and scheduled task collect the required Aloha files and transmit them securely to NxtEdge each night.
- Scheduled Task
- FTP Transmission
- Secure File Transfer
- Automated Upload
- Nightly Processing
Setup Requirements
What Is Required Before Installation
Before the Aloha POS integration can be completed, remote access and network access must be confirmed.
Remote Access to the Aloha Back Office PC
NxtEdge must have a way to securely connect to the Aloha Back Office computer for installation and configuration.
Acceptable remote access options may include:
- TeamViewer
- Secure remote access tools
- Command Center
- Other approved remote desktop solutions
Firewall and Network Access
The client must verify that no firewall is blocking access to the nxtedge.net URL.
If a firewall is in place, the client should:
- Contact the firewall or network provider
- Request that access to nxtedge.net be allowed
- Confirm required ports are open
- Verify that the Aloha Back Office PC can transmit data successfully
Without remote access and firewall approval, Aloha data may not transmit successfully.
Installation
Aloha Installation Process
Once remote access and firewall requirements are confirmed, NxtEdge will connect to the Aloha Back Office PC to complete installation.
Requirements
- Remote access to the Aloha Back Office PC
- Windows administrator login
- Approximately 45 minutes for installation
- Confirmed access to nxtedge.net
During Installation
- A small applet is installed on the Aloha Back Office computer
- A scheduled task is created
- Required Aloha files are configured for nightly transmission
Required Aloha Files Collected Nightly
These files are securely sent to NxtEdge each night after End of Day processing.
Data Included
What Aloha Sends to NxtEdge
The Aloha integration provides the sales and menu data needed to support reporting, COGS calculations, category mapping and POS-based analysis.
Data Included
- Category list
- Item list
- Daily sales by category
- Daily sales by product
Supported Analysis
- Sales reporting
- Cost of goods calculations
- POS-based analysis
- Menu mix visibility
- Recipe depletion support
- Category-level reporting
After Installation
Mapping Sales Categories in NxtEdge
Once the installation is complete, POS sales categories begin flowing into NxtEdge.
These categories can be mapped to NxtEdge Sales Categories so reporting, menu analysis and cost of goods calculations align with the client's operational structure.
Next step: Refer to the Sales Category Mapping article or page for category mapping instructions.
Ongoing Transmission
Nightly Sales Data Transmission
Aloha sales data is sent nightly via FTP after End of Day processing.
Each day's sales are transmitted after End of Day processing
If End of Day does not run, sales may not transmit automatically
If the Aloha Back Office PC does not have internet access, sales may not transmit automatically
Missed transmissions may need to be manually sent
FAQ
Aloha POS Integration FAQs
What is required to install the Aloha integration?
Remote access to the Aloha Back Office PC, Windows administrator access and firewall approval for nxtedge.net are required before installation.
How long does installation take?
Installation typically takes approximately 45 minutes once remote access, administrator login and firewall access are confirmed.
What files are collected from Aloha?
The integration collects ITMM.DBF, CAT.DBF, GNDLINE.DBF and GNDCAT.DBF files nightly.
When is sales data sent?
Sales data is sent nightly after End of Day processing.
What happens if End of Day does not run?
If End of Day does not run, sales data may not transmit automatically and may need to be manually sent.
What happens if the Back Office PC loses internet access?
If the Aloha Back Office PC does not have internet access, sales data may not transmit automatically until connectivity is restored or files are manually sent.
What data does Aloha provide to NxtEdge?
Aloha provides category lists, item lists, daily sales by category and daily sales by product.
What is the next step after installation?
After installation, POS sales categories should be mapped to NxtEdge Sales Categories so reporting and analysis align with the client's setup.
Ready to Connect Aloha to NxtEdge?
Connect Aloha sales and menu data to NxtEdge to support reporting, COGS calculations, menu analysis and stronger operational visibility.