JLP TECH, in collaboration with the Higher Technical School of Engineering and Industrial Design (ETSIDI) at the Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM), invites you to this event, where we will explore how engineering and technology are redefining the boundaries of the restaurant industry.

A Multidisciplinary Panel

The discussion will provide a 360-degree view of the HORECA ecosystem, featuring key players who are driving innovation:

Academic Perspective: Researchers specializing in robotics and industrial design systems at the UPM.

Business Vision: Consultants and entrepreneurs with extensive experience in transforming restaurant business models.

Cutting-Edge Technology: JLP TECH's technical and implementation perspective on disruptive solutions.

Industry Overview: Representatives from hospitality and innovation associations, along with investors specializing in the foodtech sector.

Robotics in the Food Service Industry: Case Studies and Challenges

The restaurant industry is facing an inevitable transformation. Rising operating costs, a persistent labor shortage, and the critical need to improve efficiency without sacrificing quality are no longer future challenges but have become the industry’s daily reality. In this context, automation and collaborative robotics are no longer just an option but are emerging as the strategic cornerstone of the new hospitality industry.

This event will take an in-depth look at the real-world applications that are leading the way:

• Robotic Process Automation: We will examine automation in various operational areas of the food service industry and its impact on productivity.

• Highly repetitive tasks: how technology takes over mechanical processes so that staff can focus on customer service and creativity.

• Standardization in restaurant chains and franchises: integrating robotic systems with kitchen management to ensure scalability.

• The business model dilemma: When does it make sense?