By RTN staff writers - 9.21.2024
This week in restaurant technology saw a focus on AI-powered solutions, strategic acquisitions, and innovative platforms designed to enhance the guest experience and streamline operations. Here’s a recap of the top stories:
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Momos Raises $10 Million Series A to Enhance AI-Powered Customer Platform: Momos, an AI-powered customer platform for multi-location brands, secured $10 million in Series A funding led by 645 Ventures. The company plans to use the funding to expand its platform, which helps restaurants manage their customer lifecycle, automate marketing, and drive repeat business.
- Linked Eats Acquires Sauce Technologies, Expanding Third-Party Delivery Management: Linked Eats, a provider of third-party delivery revenue management software, acquired Sauce Technologies, a company specializing in AI-powered solutions for digital ordering. This acquisition aims to enhance Linked Eats’ platform by incorporating Sauce Technologies’ features in marketing automation and demand forecasting.
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GoTab Unveils Bespoke GoTab, a Dedicated Platform for Crafting Unique Guest Experiences: GoTab launched Bespoke GoTab, a new platform that allows designers and developers to create customized guest experiences using the GoTab platform in a fully embedded or white-labeled capacity. This move empowers hospitality innovators to leverage GoTab’s technology to build bespoke solutions tailored to their specific needs.
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Grubhub Reshapes College Dining with Integrated Tech Solution: Grubhub‘s campus dining solution is now linked to meal plans at over 360 campuses, reaching approximately 4.5 million students. The platform integrates various features, including mobile ordering, robot delivery, reusable container programs, and streamlined payment options, offering students a more convenient and flexible dining experience.
This week’s news highlights the ongoing innovation and evolution within the restaurant and hospitality technology landscape. As the industry continues to face challenges and adapt to changing consumer demands, technology is playing an increasingly vital role in driving efficiency, enhancing guest experiences, and shaping the future of dining and travel.
