12/02/2026
A bad day in retail sits on a shelf;
A bad day in hospitality goes in the bin.🗑️
In the latest Supy Talks episode, Jackson Versitano, Senior Director of Hospitality at Lightspeed Commerce, explains why restaurants aren’t just “retail with food.” 🍽️
The clear distinction? Retail runs 24/7, while restaurants operate within tight trade windows - that means timing, forecasting, and margin control aren’t “nice to have” - they’re survival tools.🔧
It’s a simple distinction, but one that changes how operators should think about POS, inventory, and daily ex*****on - since tight trade windows & perishables make timing and inventory control a non-negotiable.
Want more industry insights from the experts? Watch the full episode through the link in our bio 🔗