How is spatial computing going to affect restaurants?

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Get ready to explore the seismic shifts affecting your favorite dining spots as Meredith and I, Carl, guide you through the evolving landscape of the restaurant industry. As Google repositions itself, stepping away from being a middleman in online food ordering, we unlock the repercussions for restaurants and their relationship with tech giants. We don't just stop at a surface analysis; instead, we delve deep into the lawsuit that might have nudged Google aside and the newfound importance of Google My Business in directing patrons to restaurants' chosen ordering methods. Plus, we'll dish out the details on Uber Eats' landmark profit, and what this breakthrough signifies for the broader delivery service sector.

Then, strap in as we catapult into the trends and hurdles that today's food service businesses are navigating – from staggering sales predictions and the shift in consumer dining habits to the pressing issue of employment within the industry. You'll get an insider's perspective on how operators are grappling with labor costs, recruitment, and the integration of kitchen tech, alongside the strategies they might employ to combat the financial hangover from the pandemic. And for a taste of tomorrow's tech, we examine Starship's impressive funding success and how innovations like Apple's Vision Pro could transform your next meal into an augmented reality adventure. Join us for this rich blend of culinary currents and technological tides, and witness the restaurant revolution unfold.

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