Kiosks vs. Mobile Apps: A Face-Off of Restaurant Tech

By | September 26, 2017

Nice write up on kiosks versus tablets in the QSR ordering space.

Source: globenewswire.com

When it comes to mobile apps vs. kiosks in the restaurant field, here’s why some experts give the edge to using a self-service ordering device over a mobile app:

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What has made kiosks particularly enticing to consumers is their efficiency.

Customers want to buy products that are easily available, within their budget and present the required information pertaining to ingredients, product details, nutritional value and others. Products and information provided at kiosks quickly cater to those demands.

“When kiosks first came along, there was a learning curve for users,” Vasa said. “It took them some time to figure them out. As time has gone on, kiosks are everywhere. Exposure has helped people understand the technology and become more comfortable with it. Kiosks no longer are seen as potential obstacles, but rather as necessities.”

Juke Slot develops automated technology designed to facilitate faster service and provide entertainment for consumers in the casino, hospitality and restaurant industries. Its Android-based kiosks’ sole purpose is to provide faster service and entertainment to the everyday public environment, with customized application capabilities based on customer needs.

The company’s device provides a tableside ordering, custom designed EMV-certified hardware solution that enables secure transactions. Juke Slot’s lineup also features a standup touchscreen kiosk aimed at the quick service industry.

Juke Slot focuses on giving its customers more control of their operation — over their customer ordering process, over their onsite marketing and over their business processes.

For more information or to purchase Juke Slot’s software or kiosks, email [email protected].

Author: Staff Writer

Craig Keefner -- With over 40 years in the industry and technology, Craig is widely considered to be an expert in the field. Major early career kiosk projects include Verizon Bill Pay kiosk and hundreds of others. Craig helped start kioskmarketplace and formed the KMA. Note the point of view here is not necessarily the stance of the Kiosk Association or kma.global