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Checkmate Secures $10 Million to Fuel Expansion of Its Voice AI, Kiosk and Other Restaurant Technology Solutions

Checkmate, a leading provider of unified ordering solutions for enterprise restaurants, has secured a significant $10 million Series B funding round led by Tiger Global. This investment comes at a pivotal moment for the company, [...]
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Mellow Mushroom Partners with QSR Automations to Enhance Kitchen Operations

QSR Automations, a global leader in kitchen automation and guest management services, has announced a strategic partnership with Mellow Mushroom, a standout brand recognized for its atmosphere and coveted stone-baked pizzas. This collaboration will see [...]
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Chipotle Invests in AI-Powered Supply Chain Platform Lumachain

Chipotle Mexican Grill is taking a significant step towards enhancing its supply chain transparency and efficiency with a minority investment in Lumachain, an AI-powered supply chain platform. The investment, made through Chipotle’s $100 million Cultivate [...]
Spotlight Interviews

Spotlight Interview: Zhong Xu, CEO and Co-Founder of Deliverect

Zhong Xu, CEO and co-founder of Deliverect, is no stranger to the restaurant industry. His entrepreneurial journey began at the young age of 17, building websites and developing POS solutions for Asian restaurants. This early [...]
Announcement

Popmenu Expands Partnership with Square to Help Restaurants Save Time While Boosting Revenue and Productivity

Building on a successful integration that has created more efficient and profitable operations for restaurants nationwide, restaurant tech leader Popmenu announced an exciting expansion of its partnership with Square, the globally trusted software, payments, and hardware solution for [...]

Chipotle Invests in AI-Powered Supply Chain Platform Lumachain

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Chipotle Mexican Grill is taking a significant step towards enhancing its supply chain transparency and efficiency with a minority investment in Lumachain, an AI-powered supply chain platform. The investment, made through Chipotle’s $100 million Cultivate [...]
Chipotle Rolls Out In-Store Tests for Avocado Robot and Automated Makeline

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Wendy’s Leverages AI to Optimize Its Supply Chain and Enhance the Customer Experience

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Checkmate Secures $10 Million to Fuel Expansion of Its Voice AI, Kiosk and Other Restaurant Technology Solutions

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Checkmate, a leading provider of unified ordering solutions for enterprise restaurants, has secured a significant $10 million Series B funding round led by Tiger Global. This investment comes at a pivotal moment for the company, [...]
Dinii Secures $48 Million to Expand its Cloud-Based Restaurant Management Platform Across Asia

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Momos Raises $10 Million to Expand its AI-Powered Customer Platform for Multi-Location Restaurants

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How Restaurants Can Use AI to Enhance the Guest Experience

Artificial Intelligence (AI) can feel like a big leap for many in the restaurant industry. For some, it’s a source of excitement; for others, it seems like a futuristic challenge. But the truth is, AI is already here, quietly transforming how restaurants operate, making things smoother for staff and more personalized for guests. AI isn’t about robots taking over jobs in the kitchen. It’s about using smart technology to capture and analyze data, streamline operations, and create a better experience for guests. Let’s dive into a few key ways AI is doing that today. Smarter, More Personalized Ordering One of the biggest ways AI is enhancing the guest experience is through personalized ordering. By analyzing past orders and preferences, AI can suggest menu items that guests are likely to enjoy. This not only speeds up the ordering process but also helps guests feel like the restaurant “knows” them. Even better, [...]

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Checkmate Secures $10 Million to Fuel Expansion of Its Voice AI, Kiosk and Other Restaurant Technology Solutions

Mellow Mushroom Partners with QSR Automations to Enhance Kitchen Operations

Chipotle Invests in AI-Powered Supply Chain Platform Lumachain

Spotlight Interview: Zhong Xu, CEO and Co-Founder of Deliverect

Popmenu Expands Partnership with Square to Help Restaurants Save Time While Boosting Revenue and Productivity

Restaurant Technology News

Chipotle Invests in AI-Powered Supply Chain Platform Lumachain

Solution Provider News

Checkmate Secures $10 Million to Fuel Expansion of Its Voice AI, Kiosk and Other Restaurant Technology Solutions

How Restaurants Can Use AI to Enhance the Guest Experience

Checkmate Secures $10 Million to Fuel Expansion of Its Voice AI, Kiosk and Other Restaurant Technology Solutions

Mellow Mushroom Partners with QSR Automations to Enhance Kitchen Operations

Chipotle Invests in AI-Powered Supply Chain Platform Lumachain

Spotlight Interview: Zhong Xu, CEO and Co-Founder of Deliverect

Popmenu Expands Partnership with Square to Help Restaurants Save Time While Boosting Revenue and Productivity

How Restaurants Can Achieve a Multitude of Financial Benefits by Digitalizing Food Safety Protocols

Dinii Secures $48 Million to Expand its Cloud-Based Restaurant Management Platform Across Asia

Restaurant Technology News Wrap-Up: Week of September 22, 2024

PAR Technology Joins Forces with Hi Auto to Help Restaurants Enhance Drive-Thru Efficiency and Customer Satisfaction

MenuSifu and DoorDash Expand Partnership to Provide Restaurants with More Efficient Order-to-Delivery Solution

Market Research

Market Research: 38% of Restaurants Have Integrated POS Systems that Equally Support In-store and Online Orders

Viewpoints

How Restaurants Can Achieve a Multitude of Financial Benefits by Digitalizing Food Safety Protocols

Spotlight Interview

Spotlight Interview: Zhong Xu, CEO and Co-Founder of Deliverect