What is BridgeWave?
BridgeWave is the independent technology partner for restaurants. We help owners choose, negotiate, implement, and manage POS and payments for how their restaurant actually runs. BridgeWave works across a curated group of trusted platforms, including Square, SpotOn, Clover, and Union POS, with one accountable partner who stays involved after go-live. Trusted by 100+ restaurants.
By the Numbers
- 100+ restaurants served
- $2M+ in annual processing savings delivered to clients
- A curated set of best-in-class POS and payment systems, vetted
- 24/7 live support included at no additional cost
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Why BridgeWave Exists
Restaurant owners are often left comparing systems, pricing, implementation plans, and integrations on their own. BridgeWave was founded by Sam Maddox to give owners experienced guidance and one accountable partner before, during, and after go-live.
How BridgeWave Works
- We Learn Your Restaurant: Your service model, workflow, pain points, integrations, and what the team needs the technology to do.
- We Help You Choose and Negotiate: POS, payments, software, hardware, pricing, and implementation responsibilities.
- We Implement and Stay Involved: Setup, training, integrations, go-live coordination, ongoing management, and provider escalation.
Point of Sale Solutions
Restaurant POS systems selected for your service model, workflow, integrations, locations, and team.
- System Selection: A curated shortlist based on how your restaurant operates.
- Negotiation and Planning: Clear pricing, hardware, software, payment terms, and implementation responsibilities.
- Implementation and Support: Menu configuration, training, integrations, go-live coordination, and ongoing accountability.
Partner platforms include Square, SpotOn, Clover, Union POS, Tabit, Oracle Micros, SumUp, Genius POS, and other vetted platforms.
Payment Processing Solutions
Secure, reliable payment processing with competitive rates, fast settlement, and seamless integration.
- Competitive Rates: Transparent pricing with no hidden fees and full statement reviews.
- In-Person Payments: Chip, contactless, mobile wallet, and traditional card processing.
- Online and Mobile Payments: Secure e-commerce gateways and mobile payment solutions.
- Surcharge and Cash Discount Programs: Compliant programs to reduce or eliminate processing fees.
Restaurants We Serve
- Full-service restaurants
- Quick-service restaurants
- Fast-casual restaurants
- Bars and nightclubs
- Multi-unit restaurants
Frequently Asked Questions
What does BridgeWave do?
BridgeWave is the independent technology partner for restaurants. We help owners choose, negotiate, implement, and manage POS and payments across a curated group of trusted platforms, then stay involved after go-live.
How does BridgeWave make money?
We earn a residual from the payment processing partners we recommend. Our consultations are always free to you, and we are paid only when we successfully match you with a provider that fits your business.
How is BridgeWave different from a typical POS sales rep?
BridgeWave is independent: we work across a deliberately small set of best-in-class systems and recommend the one that genuinely fits how your business runs. Because our model is built on long-term partnerships, we stay with you for ongoing support long after the sale.
How long does a free consultation take?
Most initial consultations take 20-30 minutes. We learn about your business, identify the right shortlist of systems, and walk you through expected costs and timelines.
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