AI That Pays Off: Restaurant Technology Worth Buying (and What to Skip)


A practical, hype-free look at where AI and automation are actually delivering ROI in franchise kitchens today — from prep robotics and smart dispensing to predictive staffing and inventory systems. 

Attendees will learn to:

  • Identify the highest-impact automation opportunities for back-of-house operations.
  • Use AI-driven forecasting to cut waste and improve staffing accuracy.
  • Understand realistic ROI timelines before committing capital to new systems.