With the increasing prevalence of AI technology in our daily lives, the fast-food giant McDonald’s has unveiled its first AI-powered restaurant in Fort Worth, Texas. The restaurant is designed to improve order speed and accuracy, although McDonald’s claims it is only a test location and does not plan on replacing human workers.
Instead of traditional ordering methods, the AI-powered restaurant features a machine that pushes orders to customers through a conveyor belt. The restaurant has no human employees taking orders, instead only offering mobile or touchscreen ordering.
This innovative use of AI in the restaurant industry gives us a possible glimpse into the future of food service. The goal is to improve customer experience while maintaining the efficiency and accuracy of order fulfillment.
While some may worry about the potential impact of AI on the job market, McDonald’s has stated that this location is a test and not designed to replace human workers. As the world continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how AI technology is used to enhance our daily lives.
You asked for $25 minimum wage
You get: First fully automated McDonalds in Texas pic.twitter.com/hd5AsBTOwX
— ELIJAH (@ElijahSchaffer) December 22, 2022
