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What is a Restaurant Tech Stack?

The use of tech stacks in restaurants has been steadily increasing over the years as technology plays an increasingly important role in the foodservice industry. The need for streamlined operations, improved efficiency, and enhanced customer experiences has prompted many restaurants to explore and implement various tech stack solutions. A restaurant tech stack refers to the collection of software, hardware, and technologies that are utilized in the operations and management of a restaurant. It encompasses various tools and systems that assist in different aspects of restaurant management, such as reservations, order processing, inventory management, customer relationship management (CRM), point of sale (POS), kitchen management, and more. The adoption of restaurant tech stacks can vary significantly depending on factors such as the size of the restaurant, location, type of cuisine, and budgetary constraints. Large restaurant chains and franchise operations often have more resources to invest in technology and are more likely to

Foodservice Procurement

2023 – The Year of Streamlining Foodservice Procurement

Gone are the days of your foodservice procurement department manually managing the purchasing process. It’s not surprising that the use of technology has exploded throughout the foodservice industry. All segments, departments, and operations industry wide are starting to see the value of adopting foodservice procurement technology and embracing tools necessary to maintain and expand their businesses. We often underappreciate how adaptive and resilient the foodservice industry has had to become. Through much uncertainty the last few years, operators are paving the way to success by pivoting to a more streamlined way operating and identifying the importance of value-added technology solutions. If you haven’t already done so, it’s time to unlock a world of efficiency, optimization, and transparency throughout the supply chain with the help of foodservice procurement technology. Foodservice procurement technology is no longer a “nice to have”. Now, it’s a “must have”. Complete transparency and visibility into your procurement

Technology

How Technology Is Reshaping the Restaurant Industry

The restaurant industry has not always been quick to adopt new technologies. The adoption of technology is set to continue to increase in the coming years. From point-of-sale systems to supply chain transparency, technology is transforming the way foodservice operators do business and interact with their customers. Let’s explore some of the ways technology is reshaping the restaurant industry and what this means for the future: One of the most significant changes brought about by technology is the rise of online ordering and delivery platforms. These third-party platforms, such as Grubhub, DoorDash, and UberEats, have made it easier for customers to order food from their favorite restaurants without ever having to leave their homes. This has been a game-changer for the restaurant industry, as it allows restaurants to reach a wider customer base and generates additional revenue streams. Another way in which technology is reshaping the restaurant industry is through

supply chain visibility

Disruption is the New Villain, Visibility is the New Hero

Like Batman needs Robin, the supply chain needs technology. Traditional supply chain management has been known to be rigid and time consuming, with foodservice stakeholders manually navigating the many touchpoints of the complex ecosystem. With supply chain disruption occurring more often, the industry has been forced to pivot to meet constant price fluctuations, changes in customer demand, and product shortages – forcing them to act more quickly and with less time to plan. Without the ability to see things such as operator ordering habits, supplier shortages, or distributor metrics, it’s impossible to build supply chain and operational efficiency. But how can the different stakeholders move more rapidly when the supply chain process is known to be slow and unpredictable? The answer is with transparency. Whenever a stakeholder makes a movement in the supply chain process, data is generated. Think about it, every purchase an operator makes produces different data points

Technology

Technology Over Tradition: Why Restaurants Should Automate As Much As They Can

In a world of technological marvels such as automated virtual assistants, self-driving vehicles, and drone delivery, why would anyone want to manually run their restaurant the old fashioned way? If you haven’t already, it’s time to adapt to a more digital world and take what once were manual processes and turn them into a more streamlined way of operating. There are many different areas of your restaurant where technology can be adopted to make the workload on your staff a lot lighter and easier. From the back-of-house to the front-of-house, technology is the answer to creating a more efficient environment. When candidates see that your restaurant uses different technology solutions throughout the operation, it lets them know you’re prioritizing technology over traditional ways of operating, making things quicker and easier for them. Using technology could make your restaurant stand out from others, be the deciding factor for foodservice workers applying

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