Glossary
Android
Android is an open-source operating system used by a wide range of tablets and smartphones. Beamy supports Android tablets for both POS and Companion interfaces.
Check system requirements for supported Android versions.
Cart
The Cart holds all selected items in an order before checkout. Staff can adjust quantities, apply modifiers, or remove items directly from the cart.
Category
A Category groups similar products together in the POS for easier navigation. Examples include Drinks, Mains, or Desserts. Categories can be reordered or toggled off to hide them temporarily.
Company Name
The Company Name is the registered name of your business used in Beamy setup and display. It appears on receipts, reports, and interfaces across the system.
Companion
The Companion is a customer-facing display that mirrors the POS cart in real time. It shows customers a live view of their order and generates QR code receipts after payment, improving accuracy and enhancing transparency.
Often used at the counter or pickup area to confirm order details.
Cost of Goods
Cost of Goods is the amount it costs your business to produce or purchase an item. Tracking this helps you understand profit margins and make pricing decisions.
Delivery Zone
A Delivery Zone defines the geographic area a site delivers to, including restrictions or fees. Zones can be drawn on a map and linked to delivery orders.
Display Theme
Display Theme refers to the visual mode of the app (light or dark). Users can toggle themes to suit ambient lighting or personal preference.
Floor Plan
A Floor Plan is a visual layout of your site’s seating area, used to manage table service efficiently. Tables can be dragged, resized, and assigned to active orders.
GST Included
GST Included means that the listed price of a product already includes Goods and Services Tax. Beamy supports toggling this on or off depending on your country’s tax regulations.
Interface
The Interface is the visual design and structure users interact with — including POS layouts, buttons, and screens.
Beamy’s interface is optimised for quick access, minimal training, and smooth workflows.
Inventory
Inventory tracks product quantities and availability. It’s used to manage sold-out items, reorder needs, and usage analytics.
Products marked “Sold Out” will no longer be selectable in POS.
iOS
iOS is the operating system developed by Apple for devices like iPads and iPhones. Beamy POS and Companion are compatible with iOS tablets running supported versions of the OS.
Ensure your iOS device is updated for optimal performance.
IP Address
An IP Address is a unique number assigned to a device on a network. Beamy may use IP addresses to connect printers or ensure device communication within a local Wi-Fi setup.
Local Storage
Local storage refers to data temporarily saved directly on the device (e.g., tablet or browser). Beamy uses this to keep things running smoothly if your internet connection drops momentarily — syncing updates once the network is restored.
Modifier
Modifiers are options added to a product, such as size, flavour, or toppings. They let customers customise items and may affect pricing or preparation.
A pizza might have modifiers for size, base, and extra cheese.
Modal
A Modal is a pop up screen that overlays your current page. It can be closed and you will return to your current page with information save.
Operating Hours
Operating hours define when your site is open and accepting orders. These are used to control order acceptance, reporting windows, and compliance settings like surcharge application.
Set your hours accurately to avoid missed sales or service conflicts.
Point of Sale (POS)
The Point of Sale is the main system used by staff to take orders, process payments, and manage in-service workflows. In Beamy, the POS runs on tablets or web browsers and connects directly to other stations like the KDS and Companion for real-time updates.
It’s where staff interact with the menu, update modifiers, apply discounts, and complete transactions.
Port Number
A Port Number identifies a specific channel for data communication between devices on a network. Certain hardware (like printers) may require specific port numbers to function correctly.
Site
A Site represents a physical business location that uses the Beamy system — such as a restaurant, café, bar, or takeaway venue. Each site has its own unique settings, menus, devices, and staff access levels. This ensures that operations, reporting, and workflows are tailored specifically to that location, while still being manageable through the central Bridge dashboard.
For example, if your business has three branches in different suburbs, each one would be set up as a separate Site in Beamy.
Site-Wide
Site-wide settings or actions apply across the entire site — affecting all stations, users, or menus within that location.
A price change made site-wide updates the product on all connected POS devices.
Station
A Station refers to a specific functional device or interface within a Site, such as a POS terminal, KDS (Kitchen Display System), Companion Display, or Satellite Station. Each station is registered to a site and configured for its intended role, allowing seamless coordination across different parts of the service flow.
For instance, a café might have one POS Station at the counter, one KDS Station in the kitchen, and a Companion Station facing customers at the till.
Tendered Amount
The Tendered Amount is the amount of money given by a customer during a cash transaction. Beamy calculates the change due based on this input.
For example, if the total is $12.50 and $20 is tendered, the system will show $7.50 change.
Tracked Categories
Tracked Categories are product groups that are monitored for analytics, cost control, or compliance reporting.
For example, tracking alcohol separately from food can help with licensing reports.
Units Sold
Units Sold represents the total quantity of a product sold during a selected timeframe. This metric is useful for reporting, restocking, and performance tracking.
Validation
Validation ensures all required information is filled out correctly before proceeding with actions like placing an order or submitting a form. Common validations include required fields (like customer name), format checks, or stock availability.
Prevents incomplete or incorrect data from being submitted.