drive-thru – QSR Industries

Hi Auto Gains $15m to Automate Drive-through Orders With AI

Apr 5 2025

Hi Auto raised $15M to enhance AI-driven drive-through order systems, achieving over 96% order accuracy amid rising labor costs. The funding will support scaling operations and improving product offerings, addressing challenges like labor turnover. Their technology features noise-cancellation and utilizes real-time data for upselling, aiding QSRs like Burger King and Popeyes in maintaining profitability.

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hi-auto-gains-15m-automate-094900688.html

Is The Future Of McDonald’s Even Faster Fast Food?

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Mar 29 2025

McDonald's introduces “On the Go” concept, a small, digital-focused location in California with 24-hour drive-thru, lockers for delivery, and no indoor seating, aiming to improve speed and stay competitive in the fast food market.

https://www.chowhound.com/1818483/mcdonalds-on-the-go-concept/

Zaxbys Chooses Berry AI’s Camera Timers to Modernize Its Drive-Thru

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Mar 25 2025

Zaxbys selects Berry AI's Camera Timers to enhance drive-thru efficiency across its 970+ U.S. locations, using anonymous data to optimize service speed and operations while protecting customer privacy.

https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/zaxbys-chooses-berry-ais-camera-timers-to-modernize-its-drive-thru/

McDonald’s Is Removing Its Current AI Technology From More Than 100 Drive-Thrus

ai, drive-thru, mcdonalds

Jul 17 2024

McDonald's is removing IBM's AI technology from over 100 drive-thrus by July 26, 2024, while planning to continue exploring AI ordering solutions with other partners. The AI initially faced inaccuracies but succeeded in upselling. McDonald's aims to enhance drive-thru efficiency and expand its global presence to 50,000 locations by 2027.

https://www.yahoo.com/tech/mcdonalds-removing-current-ai-technology-215406276.html