Watch and learn: Lime Fresh Mexican Grill's digital video system helps the fast-casual chain address both operations and loss prevention.(TECH 2.0)

Chain Leader, November, 2008 by Norris, Maya

The digital video surveillance system at Miami-based Lime Fresh Mexican Grill has proven to be a versatile tool. It has helped the three-unit company improve operations and loss prevention--crucial as the fast-casual upstart embarks on expansion this year.

Lime Fresh has been using the system since it opened in 2003. It costs about $7,200 to outfit each store with the system. Each restaurant has eight to 12 cameras placed in areas such as prep tables, cash registers, dining room, beer and wine storage, back door, parking lot ...