Star Micronics Unveils the SK5-31 Thermal Kiosk Printer: Adaptable & Feature-Rich

The SK5-31 kiosk printer redefines speed and efficiency with a multitude of features found nowhere else in the industry.

ConverseNow acquires Valyant AI, accelerating growth in restaurant AI

July 9, 2024

ConverseNow, a provider of voice AI technology for restaurants, has acquired Valyant AI, a pioneer in drive-thru automation. The move strengthens ConverseNow's…

Why Thermal And Impact Printers Remain Essential In High-Tech Restaurant Operations

Thermal and Impact printers enhance restaurant operations by streamlining front- and back-of-house communications, automating tasks, and decreasing waste.

5 secrets to attracting, retaining Gen Z employees

July 1, 2024

We all know Gen Z is a unique generation in the workforce. But a recent webinar shed light on how businesses can bridge the gap and achieve high retention…

7 social media marketing tips for restaurants in 2024

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Social media tips for restaurants don't have to be hard. They just take some thought. Consider these seven tips for managing your social media marketing…

The 5 Best Star Receipt Printers

Discover the best Star receipt printer for your business. Star has several options suited for a variety of retail, restaurant, and hospitality locations.

Lunchbox launches catering hub

June 27, 2024

Lunchbox, a technology provider for restaurants, has created Cater, a dedicated community hub and council for catering executives across the restaurant…

Aniai launches accuracy tool for burger-making robot

June 25, 2024

Robotic kitchen startup Aniai is hoping to take hamburger-cooking accuracy to the next level with its artificial intelligence technology, Alpha Cloud. Using…

Long John Silver's teams up with tech firms for digital transformation

June 25, 2024

Long John Silver's has partnered with four technology companies to revamp its customer experience strategy.

Dump Your Generator: Why Electric Systems Are Better for Your Food Business and Your Customers

Discover the benefits of electrifying your mobile food business! Uncover the secrets to significant time and cost savings, all while delivering a superior…

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SynergySuite Shortlisted in Three Categories at the 2024 SaaS Awards

SynergySuite, a leading innovator in restaurant and hospitality technology, is thrilled to announce being shortlisted as a finalist in three prestigious…

Balancing the human touch with AI — a Q and A with Marbue Brown

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

Marbue Brown, author, consultant, and CX executive, shares strategies for balancing AI with the human touch in customer experience development, the topic of…

'Catching up on Catering' with Erle Dardick

FastCasual editor Cherryh Cansler chats with catering guru, Erle Dardick, about the $124 billion catering industry and how technology is only part of a…

8 Essential Must-Haves In A Linerless Label Printer

Discover essential features to consider when selecting a linerless label printer to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and profitability in your business…

PDQ selects Grubbrr to enhance guest experience with self-ordering kiosks

June 20, 2024

PDQ Chicken, a fast-casual chain known for its fresh chicken tenders, has partnered with Grubbrr, a provider of self-ordering technology, to equip all their…

Primera Technology launches Eddie, world's first certified edible ink printer

June 20, 2024

Primera Technology Inc., a leading manufacturer of specialty color printers, has released Eddie, the world's first and only NSF and GMP-certified edible ink…

Ovation secures $9M in Series A funding to enhance restaurant guest experience platform

June 20, 2024

Ovation, a provider of guest experience platforms for multi-unit restaurants, has closed its Series A funding round, securing $9 million in total investment…

Givex AI ordering system breathes new life into tech

GivexAI's ordering kiosk is used in coffee shops, QSRs and more. The program uses conversational AI.

Operators report correlation between profitability increases, technology deployments

June 19, 2024

Known for operating on notoriously thin profit margins, the restaurant industry faces a triple threat of rising costs, increasing regulations and reduced…

McDonald's to end AI ordering at drive-thrus

June 18, 2024

McDonald's is ending its Automated Order Taker using AI technology, according to a brand statement.