Fourth, the leading provider of workforce and inventory management solutions for the hospitality sector, has rolled out Fourth iQ 2.1, a major update to its AI-powered iQ App. The new release introduces labour forecasting capabilities and a suite of intelligent recommendations across workforce, HR, and inventory management — all aimed at empowering managers to make faster, more confident operational decisions.
AI That Anticipates Change
At the center of this update is the new Forecast Labour Adjustment feature, which helps managers react instantly to changing sales forecasts. When demand projections shift, the system recalculates productivity, alerts managers to potential labour cost impacts, and even recommends open shifts to ensure optimal staffing levels. This proactive approach replaces reactive planning, giving hospitality teams a sharper edge in managing performance.
Driving Real-World Impact
Clinton Anderson, CEO of Fourth, highlighted the company’s focus on practical innovation:
“With each release, we’re adding AI-powered recommendations that deliver real value — saving time, improving accuracy, and helping managers focus on what matters most. iQ 2.1 is another step forward in bringing guided decision-making into the hands of hospitality teams.”
Early adopters like Public House Group are already seeing strong results. “The Fourth iQ App is already showing huge potential,” said Linga Nadarajah, Operations Manager at Public House Group. “The daily sales and labour notifications make performance insights clear and actionable — exactly the kind of innovation that sharpens operations.”
Expanding the iQ Ecosystem
Building on the 20+ recommendations launched in September, Fourth iQ 2.1 introduces several enhancements:
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Workforce Management: Approve shift swaps, manage unavailability, and get schedule submission alerts.
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Human Resources: Review employment change requests, track onboarding progress, and receive TrustID verification notifications.
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Inventory Management: Daily alerts for missing PLU codes help prevent stockouts and identify anomalies early.
By embedding AI directly into daily workflows, Fourth is helping operators move from reactive management to proactive leadership — improving cost control, efficiency, and overall team performance.
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