PUNTOITALY No38 July - 2024

TRENDS image by rawpixel.com on freepik Virtual training Artificial intelligence is also revolutionizing the way bartenders are trained. Thanks to AI-based virtual reality simulators, future baristas can immerse themselves in a digital learning environment to acquire and practice different techniques, to improve skills and to experiment with new flavours. All of this, without being afraid to make a mistake or to waste ingredients. image by DC Studio on freepik Technology at the table In the restaurant industry, artificial intelligence has virtually unlimited potential. In the kitchen, it can help automate processes by performing repetitive and time-consuming tasks. In the past, these “co-bots” (collaborative robots) were complex and expensive, but today with artificial intelligence they are much more compact and easier to use. Smart kitchens combine automation, client location and predictive analytics to create a more streamlined culinary experience. Artificial intelligence can connect data acquired through digital payment tools with sales trends, allowing for the optimization of ingredient purchases and the reduction of the amount of food kept in stock. Furthermore, since AI technology can help foresee consumer trends, the owners of establishments can more easily make decisions regarding which menu to offer and which prices to charge. 50

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