Efficiency defines drive-thru success. With tighter margins, labor challenges, and rising costs, restaurants can’t afford to lose product—or time. Waste, whether it’s overproduction, order errors, or uneven workloads, directly impacts profitability. When every second counts, automation isn’t just a …
Why a Good KDS is Essential for Managing High-Volume Restaurants
Guests expect fast service, but speed means nothing if the food is wrong. That’s where a Kitchen Display System (KDS) comes in. A good KDS can mean the difference between controlled chaos and total breakdown in a busy kitchen. Keeping Orders Organized and Moving In a high-volume environment, …
Order‑Ready Screens in 2025: What They Are, Why They Matter, and What’s New
The Power of Transparent Wait Times In today’s fast‑paced dining world, wait time transparency is no longer a nice‑to‑have—it’s expected. Order‑ready screens make the wait visible, informative, and stress‑reducing. By showing order numbers, estimated pickup times, or even guest names, these displays …
May I Take Your Order: The Past, Present, and Future of Drive-Thrus
Restaurant drive-thrus are a quick and convenient place for customers to grab their favorite foods along their daily commutes. Pre-pandemic, 60-70 percent of a quick-service restaurant’s business came from the drive-thru. As restaurants innovate to create additional profit avenues, drive-thru …
Kitchen Display Systems for Dummies: Your Ultimate Guide
Welcome to the world of the kitchen display system, where we break down the essentials of your new kitchen quarterback, also known as a KDS. This guide is crafted to give you a clear understanding of what a kitchen display system is and how it can revolutionize your restaurant operations. Whether …
Smart Tech for a Greener Kitchen: Reducing Food and Labor Waste with ConnectSmart® Kitchen and Host
In today’s restaurant landscape, efficiency and sustainability go hand in hand. Operators face growing pressure to cut costs, reduce their environmental footprint, and deliver exceptional guest experiences, all at the same time. Fortunately, smart technology is making that balance not only possible …
