Reports are great but having accurate data is better…

I’ve been working with a few businesses in the hospitalty space recently. And like most businesses, it’s hectic!

But, on these recent projects one thing I’ve loved it’s being able to put the puzzle pieces together for the owners.

Between managing staff, suppliers, and customers—not to mention rising costs—it can feel impossible to stay on top of your numbers. But here’s the truth: understanding your costs isn’t a luxury, it’s essential. And it doesn’t have to be hard.

Lately, I’ve been working with a number of small and medium-sized hospitality businesses, and one thing is clear—great reporting is only part of the solution. If your systems aren’t simple to use and easy to maintain, they quickly become outdated. Product prices change, supplier rates fluctuate, and before you know it, your reports are no longer telling you the truth.

The result?

Owners start flying blind. Margins shrink without anyone noticing, and opportunities to save—or grow—get missed.

At Glass Elevator Consulting, I help business owners create systems that actually work for them, not the other way around. That means building processes and tools that your team can easily update and rely on—without needing to be Excel gurus or tech experts.

For example, one recent client was struggling to keep their cost of goods sold (COGS) reporting accurate. We implemented a streamlined system that automatically pulled in updated supplier prices and made it easy for staff to input changes. The result? They now have real-time insights into their profit margins—and the confidence to make faster, smarter decisions.

If it feels too hard, you won’t do it.

That’s human. The solution isn’t to work harder. It’s to work smarter, with systems that are built to support you—not overwhelm you.

If you’re a business owner who’s tired of guessing, I’d love to chat. Whether you need help tightening up your reporting or creating systems that stick, I’m here to make it simple.

Let’s elevate your business—without the burnout!