The food retail industry is undergoing an unprecedented technological revolution. Supermarkets and food retailers across the globe are rapidly embracing innovative technologies, fundamentally transforming their operations, supply chains, and customer engagement strategies. This article explores five key technologies that are at the forefront of this revolution, each accompanied by real-world examples to [...]
The fast food sector has undergone a large shift in recent years, driven by the growth of digital ordering and delivery. Over just six years, demand for fast food delivery has skyrocketed by over 600%, according to market research firm NPD Group. This surge in demand is fueled by a confluence of [...]
The restaurant business is a challenging landscape. Not only is it fiercely competitive, but profit margins and success rates are notoriously low, while labor and capital costs are high. There's an unrelenting pressure for restaurants to expand market share and increase revenues year after year. Failure to achieve this growth often means [...]
Fast-food giant Wendy’s is revolutionizing its service delivery by launching an innovative underground delivery system to expedite mobile orders. Wendy's has always prioritized efficiency, but their latest venture takes the concept to a whole new level. As part of the venture, Wendy's is installing conveyer belts beneath its parking lots, designed to [...]
Flavor is fundamental to how we experience and enjoy food. While taste preferences vary based on upbringing, genetics, and exposure, flavorings across categories have expanded thanks to advances in food science and technology. This expansion is not just about creating new tastes; it's also about understanding the sensory relationship between flavor and [...]
The food processing industry is notably implicated in waste generation, accounting for a staggering 250 million tons of waste annually in the United States alone. This waste substantially impacts the environment, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, water contamination, and land degradation. Increasingly, the focus has shifted towards the integration of sustainable practices [...]