Crunchtime Information Systems and QSR Automations have announced plans to merge to create a restaurant technology company.
The new entity aims to deliver solutions for the complete food lifecycle and is set to serve more than 800 restaurant brands in more than 150,000 locations and 100-plus nations.
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To be led by Crunchtime CEO John Raguin, the combined organisation offers a suite of tools designed to optimise ingredient ordering, food preparation and order flow, enabling restaurants to better predict, plan and execute their operations.
Crunchtime’s solutions are tailored for decreasing food and labour expenses.
QSR Automations complements this by providing kitchen automation technology, enhancing order accuracy.
The pace at which service is provided is fundamental to ensuring that guests are satisfied.
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By GlobalDataThis involves several critical elements: maintaining an adequate inventory of necessary items for each shift, preparing the appropriate amount of food in advance and ensuring each station is staffed with the correct number of employees.
Other factors include providing comprehensive training on all tasks and procedures, ensuring that food is served promptly and at the right temperature.
The merged entity aims to offer these features, covering the entire spectrum of kitchen operations.
Both companies are supported by the tech-focused investment company, Battery Ventures, which will continue to back the combined entity post-merger.
The merger is subject to customary closing conditions.
Raguin stated: “QSR’s kitchen display technology is a natural fit with Crunchtime’s operations management solutions.
“We believe that QSR’s ability to drive efficient order flow with proper routing and timing, combined with Crunchtime’s inventory forecasting and prep management – leveraging data insights across the entire restaurant workflow – will directly impact speed and quality of service for our customers.”
This announcement follows the 2024 partnership between QSR Automations and American fast food franchise Dave’s Hot Chicken Kitchen.
