When consumers hear the word “automation,” they often think about robots replacing humans. In reality, though, automation doesn’t necessarily supplant human labor. Instead, automation helps foodservice professionals do even better at what they already do best.
By streamlining small, everyday tasks, automation allows employees to reallocate their attention toward responsibilities with more impact on the bottom line—tasks that machines could never do. That includes making lasting connections with guests or dreaming up new, captivating dishes that delight the senses.
And during an especially challenging time that forces foodservice professionals to take care of even more responsibilities with fewer resources, automation isn’t just a luxury. It’s a necessity.
The easiest place to start automating
So, what’s the easiest place to start automating in a restaurant? What will lead to the highest return? Restaurant operators can start by thinking about the highly repetitive, everyday tasks that touch several aspects of what goes on in their businesses. In most cases, the answer involves labeling.
Consider how many different types of labels a restaurant uses in a day. There are labels for bins of prep ingredients, deli food, bakery goods and retail items. And with restaurants offering even more service models since the start of the pandemic, they now need additional labels for grab-and-go, delivery and curbside pickup orders.
This increased need makes labeling the perfect place to start experiencing the benefits of automation. Having a single automated solution to create every label gives restaurants an optimal amount of flexibility.
What to look for in an automated labeling system
The right labeling system gives restaurants the flexibility to create labels for almost every use. The ideal device should allow users to:
- Modify existing templates or design unlimited labels from scratch using custom fonts, logos and branding.
- Create labels that include allergens, ingredients, QR codes, price, nutritional facts, barcodes and other essential information.
- Access an online portal where administrators can control menu items, label designs and settings across all devices regardless of location.
- Print customized designs and information on tamper-evident labels that protect delivery orders—whether food or beverage—from unwanted meddling.
- Never worry about software updates, which occur automatically and without additional charge.
By fitting the criteria listed above, the DateCodeGenie® from NCCOprovides a simple, easy way to introduce automation to any restaurant.
Whether a kitchen needs a more stable device encased in stainless steel or a nimbler device that moves easily from place to place, the DateCodeGenie enterprise of solutions includes several models to fit various circumstances. No matter the need, DateCodeGenie offers a solution.
Thanks to its intuitive software and user-friendly drag-and-drop label builder, the DateCodeGenie simplifies the labeling process. This helps staff refocus on serving customers, cooking amazing food and creating experiences that guests want to relive again and again. When that happens, everyone wins.
To see the DateCodeGenie in action or request a personalized demo, visit ncco.com/datecodegenie-rb today.
This post is sponsored by NCCO