Drone Delivery Is Happening Now

The Digital Restaurant

Ready to envision the future of dining? This week, we're slicing into how Walmart's cutting-edge drone delivery could be a game-changer for the restaurant industry. Imagine your favorite meals flying to your doorstep! We dissect Walmart's innovative approach, servicing 1.8 million households, and its ripple effect on everything from kitchen layouts to inventory management. Plus, we're serving up a taste of personalization with AI-powered search, and how this tech could create a bespoke dining experience for your next big game day party.
As we stir the pot further, we discuss the perfect recipe for digital engagement in an era where a strong online presence is as crucial as the secret sauce in your burger. For restaurateurs swimming against the tide of marketing demands, we share survival strategies that won't nibble away at your budget. And, thanks to insights from the Nation's Restaurant News Intelligence report, we're sinking our teeth into the meaty topic of data-driven optimization—essential for those looking to cook up a storm in the digital transformation kitchen. So, join us for a feast of knowledge where we also grapple with the evolving tipping culture and propose innovative solutions to keep both customers and delivery drivers hungry for more.

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Chapters

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Walmart announces more drones at CES (00:01:14)

3. Federal rule change on 1099 classification (00:11:03)

4. PopMenu surveys restaurants and consumers on what lies ahead in 2024 (00:11:03)

5. Nations Restaurant News Intelligence Report on Data-Driven Restaurants (00:14:04)

6. The TikTok Tip First Predicament (00:19:24)

7. Closing Remarks (00:22:36)