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The latest news and trends in restaurant technology

Study: Consumers crave technology

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 12, 2012

Can you say digital tablet? Even though the mjaority of restaurants have yet to incorporate technology in their operations, consumers are very interested in the latest technology applications when dining out, according to a new study by Technomic

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Real-time cooking demos

By Sara Rush Wirth on Feb. 12, 2014

In-house cooking classes have long been a way for restaurant chefs to connect with consumers. With the official launch of Google Helpout at the end of November, chefs and restaurateurs now have a new option to reach potential guests across the miles.

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Red Robin to add tabletop payment and maybe more

Feb. 25, 2015

Add Red Robin to the list of casual-dining chains that will invite customers to pay for their meals via a tabletop device.

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Are you insured for a cyberattack?

By Sam Smith on Nov. 12, 2015

Restaurateurs beware. While all major commercial providers offer it, cyber liability insurance typically is not included in a general liability policy.

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5 game-changing tech platforms

By Sara Rush Wirth on Sep. 29, 2016

These new innovations have the potential to shake up everything from the workforce to food away from home.

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7 surprising things learned at FSTEC

By Mary Chapman on Sep. 21, 2017

From the first keynote speaker’s revelation that Tesla has plans to drive into the restaurant space, surprising comments and implications kept FSTEC attendees’ ears and eyes open.

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CaliBurger parent secures $10M for its burger-flipping robot

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 15, 2018

The company hopes to roll out robotic technology to other operators.

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FreeBookings steps into the ring with OpenTable

By Amanda M. Westbrooks on Nov. 10, 2011

You may have seen Livebookings, Europe's largest online restaurant reservation service provider, seated next to OpenTable, their American equivalent, at the 2011 NRA Show in Chicago. That may be the last time they sit comfortably at the same table.

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