Stopping the Pour: How Smart Tech is Saving Bars 15-20% in Hidden Losses

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Auger, founder of Pulse Eighty-Six and an Ontario dealer for Androbar. Dave sheds light on a major, often overlooked problem plaguing the hospitality industry: massive liquor losses. From accidental overpours and inconsistent cocktail recipes to complacency and the lack of onsite management, the average restaurant or bar loses 15% to 20% of its alcohol inventory naturally. Dave explains how Androbar, a smart, "punch-to-pour" liquor dispensing and control system—integrates seamlessly with legacy POS platforms to automate and track every single ounce. We dive deep into the real math behind these losses, why staff pushback happens (and how to solve it), and how automated systems can deliver a full return on investment in as little as 3 to 6 months. Whether you're an independent pub owner or managing a high-volume venue, this episode is packed with eye-opening data that could be the difference between making or breaking your bottom line.