Ghost Restaurants - Past, Present Or Our Future?

The restaurant sector has suffered greatly during the Covid-19 pandemic and has been forced to invent new and interesting ways to survive. Restaurants that offer online ordering and delivery only options are on the rise. Brands of all kinds are now jumping on the available technology wagon, that has seen massive strides in advancement during the last number of years and the last year in particular.  ‘Host kitchens’ or ‘ghost kitchens’ that use their own facilities to partner with other brands to cook and sell third party food are also on the rise. Cloud based technologies, Pos systems (point of sale), digital menus and secure payment options are all now available.

POS (Point of Sale) Systems

Some major brands like McDonalds have updated their Pos systems and accept most well known credit cards and payment systems. This advancement in technology can allow these systems to integrate successfully with contactless payment and digital menus. Presto have launched a free contactless dining kit for restaurants that allows guests to use their mobile devices to scan NFC and QR codes to view menus, place orders and pay with their own phone, limiting contact to their own devices.

Safety is the number one priority for restaurateurs and offering contactless ordering and payment, is one way to ensure customers safety. Some companies are even offering on site screening of their staff to help maintain a safe working environment e.g. temperature screening or apps offering employees a wellness check.

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One thing is for sure - the use of all these different technologies is here to stay, even long after Covid has been and gone but sometimes speaking to someone is the most efficient way of getting the information, assistance or advice we need. Our expertise, knowledge and ability to problem-solve coupled with our creativity can provide assistance in choosing the right product and is just as important as technological advances.

Techris Systems can offer you a range of instrumentation to assist you with your food safety. Digital thermometers, data loggers, Temperature, Humidity and CO2 detectors that are secure and wireless and managed in the cloud from any connected device. Our team are always on hand to answer any questions you may have or to offer advice on choosing the right instrument to suit your needs and budget.