We all have to eat, but whether or not we go for a ‘by the clock’ breakfast, lunch and dinner, or have a more ‘grab and go’ anytime approach, it’s important for hospitality providers to have the right foods in, at the right time, for their customers.It’s often not that easy though. Even before Covid-19 arrived and turned the working world upside down, lunchtimes often meant employees making a mad dash to the canteen or local cafe to buy food before the lunchtime rush began. Or timing breaks around busy purchasing periods so the whole break wasn’t spent queuing. Covid-19 safety protocols remain critical, even as we look towards a way through the pandemic, systems need to be implemented that support social distancing and keep everyone both fed and safe!Technology solutions can offer answers to many of the issues faced by workplace caterers, now, and moving forward. However, in these challenging times, it’s more important than ever that investment in systems should generate high ROI and not just short-term protection. Any such investment should help futureproof catering – delivering benefits for management, employees, and catering staff beyond Covid-19.Pre-orderIntegrated pre-order software is one such technology solution which can support safety and create better customer service, whilst driving improvements and efficiency in catering operations.Here’s a quick rundown of the key attributes of pre-order technology and what to look for when selecting a pre-order app:
Alongside enabling workplace catering to improve their offering and to be more prepared, pre-ordering gives more flexibility to customers, saving them precious time and supporting safety protocols. Having the opportunity to order and pay for meals in advance allows busy employees to make the most of breaks and fully enjoy their mealtimes, which can help boost morale and productivity in the workplace.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising myriad industries from healthcare to finance. Its application in the hospitality sector has been transformative - enhancing operational efficiencies and the overall customer experience, in previously unattainable ways
This week the country will be heading to the polling booths to cast their votes in the General Election. The hospitality industry has fallen on difficult times over recent years - from the lasting effects of the Covid pandemic to the impact of the cost of living crisis. Those people running businesses across the sector will be looking for support and change under the newly formed Government– in order to help them forge a successful way forward.
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