Culinary Digital

DECEMBER 19, 2024

While several kitchens are experimenting with AI-powered point-of-sale systems, like this self-checkout station at Dartmouth Tuck School of Business , the most promising AI technologies for food service management are behind the counter. What do we mean by AI?

Management

Apicbase

APRIL 5, 2024

Restaurants use software and smart hardware to automate everyday tasks and management duties, such as purchasing ingredients, managing inventory, making production lists, dealing with allergens, and calculating costs. But automation in food service is much more than that. 100% of restaurant owners said automation improved their businesses.

Back of House

The Restaurant Times

MARCH 10, 2023

Functions of Front of House It is the responsibility of staff working at the front of the house to manage the following: Taking and confirming reservations made over the phone, online, and in person. The FOH staff greets and receives customers and relays their requests. Escorting diners to their tables and distributing menus to them.

Front of House

Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 10, 2021

The need for convenience and seamlessness was already driving rapid adoption of restaurant technology, and the pandemic accelerated it. Contactless payments and ordering, tap and pay and QR codes are now commonplace in restaurants. And it’s an important aspect of the company’s strategy to address staffing challenges. Get weekly updates.

Technology

Touch Bistro

MAY 31, 2021

Sales people, for example, use CRMs to take and save notes about sales pitches, calls, and meetings. Restaurants typically use CRMs to collect guest information, such as: Contact information : Typically collected when a customer joins a restaurant’s loyalty program or makes a reservation. allergens (soy, gluten, dairy, etc.),

Loyalty Program

Apicbase

AUGUST 25, 2023

Digitisation is more than introducing new technology; it requires a digital mindset – a new way of thinking that changes how restaurants operate. Historically, restaurant operators have (often) been resistant to change. Many aspects of this industry have remained unchanged for centuries. This is in stark contrast to just about every other industry.

Cash Management

Apicbase

AUGUST 19, 2022

Every article about technology for the hospitality industry seems to start with a similar statement. It goes something like: ‘advanced software rapidly pushes hotels in a revolutionary new direction’, followed by long lists of solutions with headings such as: ‘Best systems for the hospitality industry [implement today!].’. We disagree.

Hotels

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

That means you are collaborating with multiple stakeholders who each have their own data points to focus on. All come with their own data sets and metrics – food cost, inventory variance, sales numbers, the list goes on. But with so many kitchen management systems vying for your attention, you need to narrow down the options.

Management

Apicbase

JUNE 11, 2024

Data-driven Demand Forecasting Identify sales patterns across your outlets to improve procurement Efficient supply chain management for restaurants relies on data and planning. The goal is a supply chain where deliveries are always on time, costs are controlled, and operations run smoothly, even during unexpected challenges.

Supplies

The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 29, 2020

He provides consultancy & project management services to a variety of clients, acting as the de facto sales & marketing lead on their behalf. ’ From a practical point of view, restaurant operators can talk to their suppliers to renegotiate payment terms. Overcoming the pandemic-induced challenges . adds Raymond. .

Kitchen Safety

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2021

How to adapt the layout of the point of sale, how to demonstrate a commitment to hygienic practices and how the adoption of ordering technologies can promote social distancing and reduce staff/guest contact. Much of the focus on change has revolved around the physical ordering and dining space.

Online Ordering