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Mobile apps are one of the most disruptive emerging restaurant technologies. Restaurants would be remiss if they did not take advantage of smartphones, which the vast majority of customers own and use on a daily basis.
Fremont, CA:The food processing and service industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Restaurant technology is ushering the industry into the digital age by altering how companies process, prepare, and serve food. This technological transformation reached new heights as the industry dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Restaurants are no strangers to technological advancements. They also use technology to improve productivity, provide new experiences, and remain ahead of the competition. Despite the pandemic's disruptions, these resources were adopted more quickly and widely. Technology has progressed from a competitive advantage to a necessity.
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Naturally, not every tool has the same effect on the industry. Here is a look at the emerging restaurant innovations that are having the most impact on the industry.
Robotics
For quite some time, automation has been on the rise. In 2019, 22 percent of food manufacturers had advanced automation systems in place. With a growing need for productivity and a shrinking workforce, these innovations became even more appealing.
In food processing plants, robots sort and package food much faster than humans. Similarly, automated vehicles can transport goods across a facility without requiring employees to leave their workstations. Recent advances in machine vision have even enabled robots to inspect product quality in great detail.
Mobile Apps
Mobile apps are one of the most disruptive emerging restaurant technologies. Restaurants would be remiss if they did not take advantage of smartphones, which the vast majority of customers own and use on a daily basis. Businesses will benefit from a wealth of useful information and services provided by mobile apps as well.
During the pandemic, food delivery app revenue more than doubled as dining out became less appealing. Partnering with these apps broadens the reach of restaurants, making them more attractive to a wider range of customers. Enabling in-app deliveries also aids in reaching consumers who may be hesitant to speak on the phone.
Apps are changing more than just the way people order. Restaurants may use specialized mobile apps to offer exclusive promotions in order to attract more customers. Some companies have even used geofencing services to send coupons to customers who are close to a competitor.
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