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Development of on-line real-time menu management system

L W Hoover, A L Waller, A Rastkar

Journal of the American Dietetic Association

|January 1, 1982

Summary

A new real-time menu management system enhances flexibility and efficiency in food service operations. This computer-assisted system reduces manual data entry, allowing for rapid menu updates and document generation.

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Area of Science:

Health Informatics
Nutrition and Dietetics Management
Computer Science Applications in Healthcare

Background:

Traditional menu management systems often lack flexibility and efficiency.
Manual data entry for menu planning and document generation is time-consuming and prone to errors.
Integrated computer-assisted systems offer potential for streamlining food service operations.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and implement an on-line, real-time menu management system.
To enhance flexibility in menu design and reduce manual data entry.
To integrate with existing food management systems for improved document generation.

Main Methods:

Development of a module within an integrated computer-assisted food management system.
Creation of a Master Menu File updated via real-time processing.
Interfacing the Master Menu File with existing recipe files for data retrieval and document production.

Main Results:

The system provides significant flexibility in menu design and eliminates manual worksheet typing.
New menus or changes can be entered quickly, with revised documents generated on the same day.
On-line access to the menu is available 24/7 for dietitians and supervisors.

Conclusions:

The real-time menu management system offers substantial benefits in terms of efficiency and flexibility.
The Master Menu File provides a robust database for current and future system enhancements.
Potential future applications include production forecasting, patient menu printing, and individualized diet planning.

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