ezCater, the leading food tech platform for workplaces, has introduced Smart Ordering, a new AI-powered feature designed to streamline the often time-consuming task of ordering food for large groups at work. By leveraging over 17 years of proprietary data, Smart Ordering helps users quickly determine what to order and how much, whether it’s for a team meeting of 20 or a company lunch for 300.
Smart Ordering provides menu recommendations at various price points and allows customization based on group size and preferences. This feature transforms the typically complex ordering process into just a few easy steps. If a restaurant supports Smart Ordering, these recommendations, labeled as “All-in-One Orders,” will appear at the top of the menu.
“Smart Ordering is just the beginning of how we’re using AI and machine learning to revolutionize workplace food orders,” said Erin DeCesare, Chief Technology Officer at ezCater. “With this new tool, our customers can save time, stay within budget, and ensure their teams are satisfied.”
The key benefits of Smart Ordering include:
- Data-Driven Recommendations: The AI curates menu options based on millions of successful workplace orders.
- Time-Saving Technology: The hassle of sorting through menus is replaced with a simplified selection process.
- Simplified Budget Management: Per-person pricing is clearly outlined, making it easy to find options within various budgets.
- Accurate Food Quantities: Recommendations are tailored to group size, ensuring the right amount of food is ordered.
Smart Ordering is the latest addition to ezCater’s extensive food tech platform, which offers flexible solutions for everything from one-time meetings to recurring employee meals. Currently, the feature is available in over 50,000 restaurants, with plans to expand in the coming year.
