- Panera is testing AI voice ordering at two of their Rochester, New York locations. This test is in partnership with OpenCity’s proprietary AI assistant, “Tori”. The process is simple: Panera customers will pull up to the drive-thru, place their order with “Tori”, and then pay at the window. In case of any technical issues, employees will be standing by.
Source: QSR Magazine. Read the full article here.
- Since the start of the pandemic, consumers are looking for convenience. Technology can help streamline and relieve any stress that restaurants may be experiencing. Many POS options have the ability to offer portable payment devices or even process credit card payments at the table. This is one of the solutions that you can offer your customers to enhance their dining experience and keep them wanting to come back.
Source: Total Food Service. Read the full article here.
- As of Monday, August 29th, China has suspended some meat imports from Tyson Foods Inc. This suspension affects products from a plant owned by Tyson Fresh Meats Inc., the beef and pork subsidiary, due to a failed producer inspection. As an update, Tyson shared in an email statement that “We work closely with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service to ensure that we produce all of our food in full compliance with government safety requirements”.
Source: Yahoo! News. Read the full article here.
