These articles, books and websites are helpful resources for learning more about liquor control 
and increasing your bar’s profitability. Also see Why Liquor Control. Let us know of other resources
you find that we should include here to share with our industry.
 

Microchip Technology Finally Eliminates The Scourge Of Shrinkage 
Terry Singer
How microchip technology can impact your bottom line!
 

Kick Start Your Bar Into Greater Profits 
Robert Plotkin
Liquor controls systems and beer control systems can increase your bar profitability!
 

Preventing Internal Theft 
Robert Plotkin
Liquor control systems can stop theft. Losses due to employee theft are staggering. Reduce 
your vulnerability to theft by knowing exactly how employees steal  and how you can stop it!
You'll save thousands of dollars each year as a result.
Available from Barmedia
 

Pump Up Your Profits - 52 Cost-Saving Ideas To Build Your Bottom Line
Angela Stewart
This book begins with the fact that “the national average profit on the dollar for restaurant 
operations is a meager 4 cents”, which reminds us why liquor controls are so important,
not only for restaurants but every business in the hospitality industry!
Available from Pencom International
 

Pour It On: 52 Ways To Maximize Your Bar Profits
Angela Stewart
If you own or manage a full-service restaurant or bar, this book is a must read. With beverage 
sale margins shrinking, Pour It On gives you 52 ideas to add profit to your bottom line. As you 
read, keep in mind liquor control systems to help regain control of pouring costs and increase 
your profit.
Available from Pencom International
 

Deciphering Data
Tim Johnson
 POS systems can provide reports on about 50 data categories. Which are most important?
 

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