Getting Started with v2.0

Complete guide to setting up Salsa as a Service v2.0 with AI features and IoT integration

Getting Started with Salsa as a Service v2.0

Welcome to v2.0! This guide will help you set up your account and leverage the new AI-powered features, IoT sensors, and advanced integrations.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have:

• A valid business email address
• Access to your restaurant’s systems (POS, inventory, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of your current salsa operations
• Admin access to configure integrations
• New in v2.0: Optional IoT sensor hardware for quality monitoring

Quick Setup Wizard

Note: Smart Setup: v2.0 includes an AI-powered setup wizard that analyzes your restaurant profile and recommends optimal configuration.

1. Create Your Account Sign up with your business email. v2.0 offers SSO integration with Google, Microsoft, and Okta for enterprise customers.

   **Tip:**Enterprise customers can enable Single Sign-On during signup for seamless team access.

2. Smart Profile Configuration Our AI assistant analyzes your restaurant type and recommends optimal settings. Simply answer a few questions about your operations.

3. Connect Your Systems v2.0 detects compatible systems on your network and offers one-click integration setup for supported platforms.

4. Import Historical Data Optionally import historical sales and production data to train the AI forecasting engine for immediate insights.

5. Configure AI Features Enable demand forecasting, quality prediction, and auto-reordering based on your operational needs.

Account Setup

Step 1: Advanced Account Creation

1. Visit our signup page
2. Choose your authentication method:
   • Email/password with 2FA
   • SSO (Google, Microsoft, Okta)
   • SAML 2.0 for enterprise
3. Verify your email or SSO provider
4. Complete enhanced business verification

Note: Enhanced Security: v2.0 supports biometric authentication, hardware security keys, and passwordless login options.

Step 2: AI-Assisted Profile Configuration

Navigate to Settings > Restaurant Profile where our AI assistant guides you through setup:

Basic Information

• Restaurant name, address, and contact details
  • Cuisine type and specializations
  • Number of locations and geographic regions
  • Operating hours and peak times
  • New: Upload your menu for automatic recipe suggestions

Kitchen Infrastructure

• Kitchen size, layout, and equipment inventory
  • Number of prep stations and production capacity
  • Refrigeration and storage specifications
  • New: IoT sensor placement recommendations
  • New: Equipment integration (smart ovens, refrigerators)

Operations

• Daily production volume and historical data
  • Current salsa varieties and recipes
  • Peak production hours and seasonal patterns
  • New: AI analyzes your patterns and suggests optimization
  • New: Waste tracking and sustainability goals

Team & Permissions

• Team structure and department organization
  • Role-based access control (RBAC) configuration
  • Custom permission policies
  • New: Biometric access control integration
  • New: Activity-based authentication rules

AI Feature Configuration

Demand Forecasting Setup

Enable AI-powered demand forecasting to predict salsa needs 7-30 days in advance:

1. Enable Forecasting Go to AI Features > Demand Forecasting and toggle the feature on.

2. Connect Data Sources Link your POS system, reservation system, and any external data sources (weather APIs, local event calendars).

3. Historical Data Import Import at least 90 days of historical sales data for optimal accuracy. The AI improves over time.

4. Set Forecast Parameters Configure forecast horizon (7, 14, or 30 days), confidence intervals, and alert thresholds.

5. Review Initial Forecast The AI generates your first forecast within 24 hours. Review and adjust as needed.

Note: Forecast Accuracy: The AI achieves 70-80% accuracy with 90 days of data and improves to 95%+ accuracy after 6 months of learning.

Quality Prediction

Configure AI quality monitoring to detect issues before they occur:

// Example: Configure quality monitoring via API
const qualityConfig = {
  enabled: true,
  monitoring_interval: "5m",  // Check every 5 minutes
  thresholds: {
    temperature: { min: 35, max: 40, unit: "F" },
    freshness_score: { min: 8.0, max: 10.0 },
    consistency: { min: 7.5 }
  },
  alert_channels: ["email", "sms", "push", "slack"],
  auto_action: {
    low_quality_detected: "pause_production",
    temperature_violation: "notify_manager"
  }
};

IoT Sensor Integration

Supported Sensor Types

v2.0 integrates with a wide range of IoT sensors:

Temperature Sensors
Monitor refrigeration and cooking temperatures in real-time.

Freshness Sensors
RFID and chemical sensors track ingredient freshness.

Quality Meters
Automated pH, viscosity, and consistency measurement.

Setting Up IoT Sensors

1. Hardware Selection Choose compatible sensors from our certified hardware catalog or use our pre-configured sensor kits.

2. Physical Installation Follow the installation guide to place sensors in optimal locations. Our mobile app includes AR visualization for sensor placement.

3. Network Configuration Connect sensors to your network via WiFi, Bluetooth, or our IoT gateway device.

4. Sensor Registration Use the mobile app to scan sensor QR codes and automatically register them to your account.

5. Calibration Run the automated calibration routine to ensure accurate readings.

Warning: Hardware Requirements: IoT sensors require a stable network connection. We recommend a dedicated IoT network for security and reliability.

Advanced Integration Setup

POS System Integration (Enhanced)

v2.0 offers improved POS integration with real-time bidirectional sync:

Square

1. One-Click Connect Go to Integrations > POS Systems and click “Connect Square”. Authorize with OAuth 2.0.

2. Automatic Menu Mapping AI automatically maps Square menu items to inventory items with 98% accuracy. Review and confirm.

3. Real-Time Sync Enable real-time inventory updates. Sales data syncs within 5 seconds.

4. Configure Webhooks Set up bidirectional webhooks for instant updates in both systems.

Toast

1. API Key Connection Enter your Toast API credentials. v2.0 supports Toast’s latest v2 API.

2. Menu Sync AI maps complex menu structures including modifiers and combo items.

3. Multi-Location Configure location-specific settings for restaurant groups.

Clover

1. App Installation Install Salsa as a Service v2.0 app from Clover App Market.

2. Permission Grant Grant necessary permissions for inventory and sales data access.

3. Sync Configuration Choose sync frequency and data scope.

Enterprise POS

For enterprise POS systems (Oracle Micros, NCR Aloha, etc.):

• Custom Integration: Our team builds tailored integrations
• API Gateway: Use our enterprise API gateway for secure connectivity
• ETL Pipeline: Configure data transformation rules
• Dedicated Support: Enterprise customers get dedicated integration engineers

Supply Chain Integration

Note: New in v2.0: Direct integration with major food distributors enables automated ordering based on AI forecasts.

Supported distributors:

• Sysco
• US Foods
• Performance Food Group
• Gordon Food Service
• Local and regional distributors via API

ERP System Integration

Connect v2.0 with your enterprise resource planning system:

# Example: ERP integration configuration
from salsa_sdk import SalsaClient

client = SalsaClient(api_key="your_api_key")

# Connect to SAP
erp_connection = client.integrations.connect_erp(
    system="sap",
    credentials={
        "host": "erp.yourcompany.com",
        "client": "100",
        "username": "SALSA_INT",
        "auth_type": "oauth"
    },
    sync_options={
        "inventory": True,
        "procurement": True,
        "cost_accounting": True,
        "frequency": "real-time"
    }
)

print(f"ERP connected: {erp_connection.status}")

First Production Run with AI

Once your setup is complete, start your first AI-enhanced production run:

1. Review AI Forecast Check the demand forecast for today and upcoming days in Dashboard > Forecast.

2. Start Smart Production Navigate to Production > Smart Batch and let AI recommend optimal batch size and timing.

3. Real-Time Monitoring IoT sensors automatically track production quality. View real-time metrics on your dashboard or mobile app.

4. Quality Verification AI analyzes sensor data and provides quality score predictions before batch completion.

5. Complete & Learn Complete the batch. AI learns from this production run to improve future forecasts and recommendations.

Mobile App Features

The v2.0 mobile app includes significant enhancements:

Offline Mode
Full functionality without internet. Auto-sync when connection returns.

AR Sensor Placement
Use augmented reality to visualize optimal sensor placement.

Voice Commands
Hands-free operation with natural language voice commands.

Next Steps

Now that you’re set up, explore these advanced features:

Advanced Usage
Deep dive into AI forecasting, IoT monitoring, and automation.

Integrations Guide
Explore all 50+ available integrations.

API Documentation
Build custom integrations with our GraphQL API.

Migration from v1.0

Automatic Migration

Recommended for most customers

1. Request migration from your dashboard
2. Our team reviews your configuration
3. Migration happens automatically with zero downtime
4. All data, recipes, and integrations transfer seamlessly
5. Receive training on new v2.0 features

Manual Migration

For customers with complex custom configurations

1. Export data from v1.0 using our migration tool
2. Review compatibility report
3. Adjust custom integrations for v2.0 API
4. Import data into v2.0 account
5. Validate and test before switching

Need Help?

v2.0 includes enhanced support options:

• 🤖 AI Assistant: In-app AI assistant answers questions and provides guidance 24/7
• 📧 Email Support: [e-mail] (2-4 hour response time)
• 💬 Live Chat: 24/7 chat support in your dashboard
• 📞 Phone Support: 1-800-SALSA-V2 (Extended hours for v2.0 customers)
• 🎥 Video Library: Comprehensive video tutorials for all features
• 📚 Documentation: Extensive guides and API documentation

Note: Free Onboarding: All v2.0 customers receive complimentary onboarding sessions with our customer success team.