Articles by tag: Food Delivery

Autonomous Delivery Robots May Be Both Friend and Foe to Gig Work Delivery Drivers

The rise of autonomous delivery robots is shaping the way urbanites receive their meals in the world of food delivery. Serve Robotics, an Uber spinout, is amplifying its collaboration with Uber Eats by deploying up to 2,000 autonomous sidewalk delivery robots across several U.S. markets through 2026. Initiated in West Hollywood, Serve’s robot deliveries…

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Food & Beverage
Adapting to Drone Delivery: Chefs’ Perspectives

Discover the latest disruptions and innovations in various fields with MarketScale’s new series, On Edge. In the first episode, Chef Andre Natera takes the audience on a journey to explore his thoughts on how drone delivery could shape the future of cooking. He discusses the potential benefits and drawbacks of this technology and wonders…

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Game Changers- Episodes, Season 1
GrubHub has Targeted Their Entry into the Hospitality World

Being able to order food at the press of a button is beyond just mere convenience, it is simplicity and delivery at its finest. If host Katie Steinberg has anything to say about it, food delivery apps like Grubhub are almost a little too easy to use. Nicolas Holland, the Partnership Director with GrubHub sat…

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Food & Beverage
As Delivery Apps Spread, Innovating the Last Mile Remains an End Goal

Host Barbara Castiglia welcomed to The Main Course Yariv Bash, CEO of Flytrex, to discuss an innovation in food delivery that has long been on the radar, but whose growth has been exacerbated by the pandemic: drones. While his company was founded in 2013 under different circumstances, it only took until 2016 for Bash and…

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Food & Beverage
Demand for Food Delivery Apps Rising, Changes to Cold Chain Needed

The long term impacts of COVID’s acceleration of various industries are being felt, and the broader food delivery industry is one of them. As early as December of 2020, Deliveroo’s CEO was estimating COVID accelerated the adoption of online food delivery platforms by 2 to 3 years, placing enormous pressures on restaurants, delivery infrastructure,…

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Food & Beverage
The Laws and Regulations You Need to Know Before Opening Your Ghost Kitchen

Food is serious business. Now, on The Main Course, host Barbara Castiglia will invite insiders on the front lines of food to share their expertise, strategies, and forecasts for navigating the ever-changing restaurant industry.   There’s never been more demand for on-the-go and delivery options for restaurant customers – and that’s led to a race for optimal solutions…

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Food & Beverage
How Can Your Restaurant Engineer More ‘Wow’ Moments

Food is serious business. Now, on The Main Course, host Barbara Castiglia will invite insiders on the front lines of food to share their expertise, strategies, and forecasts for navigating the ever-changing restaurant industry. Food quality and customer experience are fundamental to the restaurant business and are often the result of a dedicated team that puts customers first…

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HVAC industry
Balancing Growth and Sustainability in the HVAC Industry: Insights from Sofia Lozoya
January 7, 2025

In the latest episode of Straight Outta Crumpton, the spotlight shines on overcoming adversity, breaking into new industries, and leading with innovation. With industries like HVAC traditionally slow to adopt change, the conversation focuses on the unique challenges and opportunities presented by integrating new technologies. A growing demand for energy conservation solutions makes the…

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heating and moisture control
Heating Up a Jobsite
January 6, 2025

David Simpkins, Director of Technology at Polygon, delves into the world of construction heating and moisture control solutions in a recent presentation from their North Andover office near Boston. Simpkins introduces three varied heat options that cater to the diverse demands of construction sites, ensuring an optimal climate for efficient operations. The Spectrum of Heaters…

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Safety First
January 6, 2025

At Polygon US, safety is more than just a guideline—it is the core of our activities, pervading through every project and facility. Our team continues to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to cultivating a secure environment, reflecting our dedication towards the welfare of our staff, clients, and society at large. Meticulous Risk Management Our work often…

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Trade Education
Empowering the Next Generation Through Trade Education: Building Confidence, Career Paths, and Bright Futures
January 6, 2025

The U.S. is facing a critical shortage of skilled tradespeople, a challenge exacerbated by limited early exposure to the trades in schools. With projections showing a steady decline in the availability of qualified workers to support infrastructure and construction, programs like those led by Evin Jarrett are stepping in to bridge the gap. His…

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Can an Employee Business Model Create Sustainable Delivery Services?
March 30, 2021

Deliveroo, an Amazon-backed gig platform, launched its IPO and is digging for billions. With significant funding from Fidelity, Amazon, Capital Partners, and others, the question stands: is there the need for a reimagination of the business model for sustainable delivery services? EntreCourier Founder Ron Walter joined MarketScale TV Host Hilary Kennedy to discuss what…

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Cars Cause a Breakdown in the Gig Economy
September 14, 2020

In this unprecedented period, the move toward delivery of food, groceries and more has been accelerated even further. And the drivers that power that shift could be paying the price. With COVID-19’s impact meaning more consumers than ever are leveraging delivery services, literal strain is being put on the vehicles that power the drivers making…

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Restaurant Owners Weigh In on the Future of Food Delivery
August 4, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic ravaged most businesses, but one small sector experienced incredible growth—food delivery service providers. Apps like Uber Eats, Postmates, Seamless, DoorDash and others have become essential services in a socially distanced world. As restaurants slowly creep back to operation, will delivery become a permanent model of their business? Powered by RedCircle Business Casual…

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Keeping Pace with the Shifting Restaurant Delivery Ecosystem
July 16, 2020

During the COVID-19 pandemic, food delivery, particularly from restaurants, has taken on a bigger role than arguable ever before. Restaurants are counting on delivery to bring in key revenue during this period of uncertainty, and Relay, a technology platform that helps facilitate that delivery, is committed to helping restaurants do just that. Relay connects…

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Using Drones for Food Deliveries, Social Distancing, and Health Monitoring: Drones in America
April 22, 2020

Welcome to this week’s episode of “Drones in America,” a MarketScale podcast hosted by Grant Guillot. Guillot leads the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Practice Team for Adams and Reese, a law firm that practices across the Southern U.S. and in Washington, D.C. On “Drones in America,” Guillot and industry leaders, influencers and experts explore the rapidly growing commercial drone industry…

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Are Dark Kitchens Taking Over the Restaurant Industry?
March 10, 2020

Food delivery, backed by innovative technology, is increasingly expanding and creating a new market: dark kitchens. Changing consumer demands along with the rising costs of operating a restaurant has launched a new segment in the food service industry – dark kitchens. Dark kitchens describe a brand that delivers food with no dine-in facilities. What Is…

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