Project Description

A renowned Italian dairy manufacturer partnered with Xorbix Technologies to develop a custom mobile solution for restaurant and pizzeria operators. The client, known for over 50 years of crafting premium Italian cheeses, wanted to help restaurant owners efficiently manage costs, recipes, and profitability. Xorbix’s mobile app development services delivered a modern, intuitive, and scalable platform that simplifies cost analysis and operational management for the food industry.

Challenge

Problem

1. Restaurant owners faced difficulty calculating costs for menu items and ingredients.

2. Manual tracking led to errors and inefficiencies in recipe cost management.

3. Lack of visibility into how ingredient price changes affected profit margins.

4. No unified tool to analyze costs across recipes, ingredients, and batches.

5. Outdated systems lacked user-friendly design and modern navigation.

6. Deployments and updates across platforms were inconsistent and time-consuming.

Project Goals

Business Efficiency Goals

  • Build a centralized app for menu, recipe, and ingredient cost management.
  • Provide real-time profit insights to support informed business decisions.
  • Streamline operations for restaurant owners and managers.

Technical & Functional Goals

  • Integrate a dynamic profit calculator to analyze ingredient-based cost variations.
  • Ensure smooth deployments and maintenance across iOS and Android platforms.
  • Maintain data accuracy and application scalability.

User Experience Goals

  • Design an intuitive, visually appealing interface for quick navigation.
  • Simplify user input and data visualization through smart layout design.
  • Deliver seamless, responsive performance across devices.

Solution

Xorbix developed a React Native-based Restaurant App that transforms how restaurant operators calculate costs and manage profitability, combining usability, speed, and precision into one cohesive experience.

Pizza Profit Calculator

  • Central feature enabling real-time cost and profit comparisons.
  • Allows input for “Control” and “New” pizza variations to test changes.
  • Displays instant financial impact using color-coded variance tables.
  • Reduces complex financial analysis to simple, visual decision-making.

Intuitive User Experience

  • Minimal scrolling, table-based input for faster navigation.
  • Introductory onboarding guide for first-time users.
  • Flexible navigation with arrows and swipe gestures for ease of use.
  • Focused on reducing friction and improving accessibility for operators.

Comprehensive Results & Analysis

  • Detailed variance reports comparing control vs. experimental recipes.
  • Annual margin projections to assess long-term profitability.
  • Visual indicators make data interpretation quick and intuitive.
  • Supports strategic pricing and ingredient management decisions.

Notifications & Analytics Integration

  • Implemented push notifications via Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM).
  • Integrated Firebase Analytics to track user behavior and app engagement.
  • Enhanced visibility into user interactions for performance optimization.
  • Enabled client teams to manage user communications without backend dependencies.

High Level Architecture

Innovations

  • Pizza Profit Calculator – Rapid cost and profit comparison for operators.
  • Push Notifications – Real-time user engagement using Firebase Cloud Messaging.
  • Swipeable Screens – Enhanced navigation through gesture control.
  • Cost Sorting Feature – Sort ingredients and recipes by name or date added.
  • Firebase Analytics – Custom event tracking for data-driven improvements.

Security

  • Secure Firebase Authentication for user login and data integrity.
  • Cloud-based encrypted storage for sensitive data.
  • Regular audits and app monitoring to ensure reliability.
  • Role-based permissions to prevent unauthorized access.
  • Continuous maintenance aligned with mobile security best practices.

Core Technologies

  • Frontend: React Native
  • Backend: Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM)
  • Analytics: Firebase Analytics
  • Platforms: iOS & Android
  • Deployment: Continuous releases via app stores

Process

Team Collaboration

  • Cross-functional team of UI/UX designers, developers, and PMs.
  • Direct coordination with the client for rapid feature iteration.
  • Regular standups to ensure progress alignment and transparency.

Agile Development

  • Implemented updates, bug fixes, and new modules in sprints.
  • Prioritized user experience and performance optimization.
  • Ensured smooth app store deployments and timely version releases.

Testing & QA

  • Part of Xorbix’s software development services, comprehensive functionality, and UI testing was performed.
  • Tested on both iOS and Android for consistency.
  • Established feedback loops for continuous improvement.

Results

  • Streamlined Operations: Simplified cost management for restaurant owners.
  • Improved Profit Analysis: Real-time insights on ingredient and recipe costs.
  • User-Friendly Interface: Easy navigation and minimal input complexity.
  • Cross-Platform Success: Smooth, stable releases on iOS and Android.
  • Data-Driven Growth: Integrated analytics for usage insights and decisions.

Transform your mobile app vision into reality with scalable, user-focused solutions.

A trusted partner in custom mobile app development for the food, retail, and enterprise sectors.

representation-user-experience-interface-design (1)
Databricks
Angular 4 to 18
TrueDepth Technology

Let’s Start a Conversation

Request a Personalized Demo of Xorbix’s Solutions and Services

Discover how our expertise can drive innovation and efficiency in your projects. Whether you’re looking to harness the power of AI, streamline software development, or transform your data into actionable insights, our tailored demos will showcase the potential of our solutions and services to meet your unique needs.

Take the First Step

Connect with our team today by filling out your project information.

Address

802 N. Pinyon Ct,
Hartland, WI 53029

[forminator_form id="56446"]