Upper Arlington, OH – When Mike Hendrix, host of the Tech Caddie Podcast and consultant for the golf technology industry, noticed patterns emerging through his technology tracking tools, he uncovered a groundbreaking development in the world of golf operations. This discovery, involving the integration of Toast’s restaurant point-of-sale (POS) system with Sagacity Golf’s Quick 18 platform, led Hendrix to pen a comprehensive article exploring how this collaboration is transforming golf course operations.
Published on GolfCourseTechnologyReviews.org, the article, “The Game-Changing Integration of Toast and Quick18 by Sagacity Golf,” dives into how this innovative pairing is already making waves at facilities like Deer Ridge Golf Club in Ohio and Augusta Ranch in Arizona, while sparking intrigue around future scalability with courses like Live Oak Golf Club in Texas.
A Data-Driven Discovery
The seeds of the article were planted when Hendrix, who actively tracks software usage at golf facilities, noticed that Deer Ridge and Augusta Ranch were among the first to adopt the Toast-Quick18 integration. His technology alerts also flagged recent changes at Live Oak Golf Club, formerly known as Diamondback National Golf Club.
“As I dug deeper, I saw parallels between these facilities and began to realize that this wasn’t just a one-off case,” said Hendrix. “I had also written about the potential for companies like Toast to enter the golf market in my November 2023 article, ‘Is More Competition Coming to Golf Technology?’. This new development felt like the next chapter of that story.”
Hendrix began connecting the dots through phone calls and conversations with industry leaders and golf course operators, culminating in the in-depth article.
A Comprehensive Look at the Integration
The article provides a detailed analysis of the Toast-Quick18 integration, which seamlessly combines Toast’s proven restaurant POS features with Sagacity Golf’s dynamic Quick 18 tee sheet technology. Operators like Chad Wright at Deer Ridge Golf Club highlighted how the integration improves efficiency, reliability, and customer experience.
Wright also joined Hendrix on the Tech Caddie Podcast to share firsthand insights into how the integration is performing and the benefits it has brought to Deer Ridge’s operations.
The piece also explores the financial aspects of the integration, including the use of Toast’s credit card surcharging capabilities to offset costs, a feature operators have leveraged to balance the system’s higher price point compared to competitors.
“What I love about this integration is that it offers golf course operators flexibility and reliability,” Hendrix noted. “This isn’t just about making the tee sheet work—it’s about optimizing the entire business operation. Although it can be an expensive endeavor.”
A Glimpse into the Future
With additional facilities like Live Oak Golf Club preparing to adopt the integration, and with Toast already serving over 200 golf facilities in restaurant operations, Hendrix sees this partnership as just the beginning.
“This integration could set the tone for how POS and tee sheet technologies collaborate moving forward,” Hendrix said. “And with Sagacity Golf serving hundreds of courses and expanding its footprint with marquee clients like Harbour Town Golf Links and Palmetto Dunes, the potential is immense.”
The article also explores broader questions, such as whether Toast’s partnership with Sagacity is exclusive or if the POS provider will pursue integrations with other golf technology companies.
About the Article
The article reflects Hendrix’s deep expertise and unique perspective as both a strategist and a consultant. “The ability to track and connect these developments is critical in my work of helping golf course operators and technology providers succeed,” he said.
Read the full article, “The Game-Changing Integration of Toast and Quick18 by Sagacity Golf,” at golfcoursetechnologyreviews.org/blog
About the Tech Caddie Podcast
The Tech Caddie Podcast, hosted by Mike Hendrix, dives deep into the world of golf and technology. Featuring interviews with industry leaders and golf course operators, the podcast explores innovative solutions and emerging trends that are reshaping the golf business.
About GolfCourseTechnologyReviews.org
GolfCourseTechnologyReviews.org is the premier destination for insights and reviews on the latest technology solutions for golf course operators. From point-of-sale systems to tee sheet platforms, the site provides industry leaders with the tools and information they need to make informed decisions.
For media inquiries, please contact: Mike Hendrix
mike@smbgolf.com, 614-296-6845
