Call for Chapters: Technological Innovations in the Food Service Industry

Editors

Anshul Garg, Taylor's University, Malaysia

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: July 7, 2024
Full Chapters Due: September 8, 2024
Submission Date: September 8, 2024

Introduction

The rapidly evolving food service industry relies significantly on the synergy between technology and business strategies. Technological advancements have fundamentally reshaped consumer perceptions of the food industry, impacting every stage, from production and distribution to final consumption. Moreover, these advancements have revolutionised the food service sector, introducing innovations such as digital ordering, self-service technologies, and voice-assisted customer service. These developments, affecting both customer-facing and behind-the-scenes operations, call for a comprehensive examination from both academic and practical viewpoints. This book explores the dynamic intersection of technology and the food service industry, delving into how cutting-edge innovations are revolutionising every aspect of dining experiences, operational efficiency, and customer engagement. This comprehensive book will provide food service professionals, entrepreneurs, and technology enthusiasts with valuable insights into the latest trends, tools, and strategies driving the industry forward. From automation and artificial intelligence to digital marketing, robotics, and blockchain in the foodservice sector and customer engagement, this book examines the latest advancements and their practical applications. It provides industry professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to leverage technology for improved efficiency, customer satisfaction, and business growth. The food service industry is experiencing rapid technological advancements, but many businesses struggle to keep up with these changes. There is a need for a resource that not only explains these technologies but also demonstrates how to implement them effectively. This book addresses this gap by offering a detailed exploration of the most significant technological trends and providing actionable strategies for adoption and integration. The book illustrates the profound influence of technological advancements on the food service industry, emphasising their role in enhancing operational efficiency, improving customer satisfaction, and promoting sustainability. By showcasing successful implementations and offering actionable strategies, this book will serve as a vital resource for industry stakeholders aiming to stay competitive and future-proof their businesses. This book will provide a complete overview of the emerging technologies in the food service industry based on available literature, research by the authors and new case studies. It seeks to make a theoretical and educational contribution to the study of food service businesses.

Objective

This book serves as a platform for academicians, scholars and practitioners in the food service and hospitality industry to explore the emerging trends and technologies that are expected to shape the future of the food service industry, including operational efficiency, customer experience, and supply chain management. It addresses the integration of the latest technologies, such as AI, IoT, robotics, and blockchain, and their applications in the food service industry. The book also highlights the benefits and challenges associated with adopting new technologies in food service and how technology can promote sustainable practices within the food service industry, such as reducing food waste and improving energy efficiency.

Target Audience

The book targets academicians, scholars and researchers in the fields of food service, culinary, food supply chain, e-commerce, food technology, hospitality and business management. The book also provides opportunities for industry associations, policymakers, government agencies, hospitality and foodservice practitioners (owners and managers of foodservice businesses), Investors and entrepreneurs looking to innovate in the foodservice industry, and technology enthusiasts in the foodservice sector.

Recommended Topics

• Adoption and implication of contact-less technologies • Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in menu planning • Augmented and virtual reality in restaurant design and customer engagement • Blockchain in food traceability and safety • Challenges and solutions in implementing technology in food service businesses • Continuance intention in food service mobile app • Data analytics and decision-making, customer preferences, and personalisation • Digital transformation in food service operations • Future Trends and Innovations • Mobile applications and online ordering systems • Role of IoT devices in improving supply chain visibility, traceability, and overall efficiency in food distribution • Smart kitchen and IoT (Internet of Things) technologies • Social media marketing and its role in the food industry • Sustainability and food technology • Successful stories on the usage of technologies in food service industries • The rise of E-commerce, online platforms, contactless payments and mobile wallets • The Role of Automation in Modern Kitchens

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before July 7, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by July 21, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters are expected to be submitted by September 8, 2024, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-anonymized review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Technological Innovations in the Food Service Industry. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-anonymized peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.



Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2025.



Important Dates

July 7, 2024: Proposal Submission Deadline
July 21, 2024: Notification of Acceptance
September 8, 2024: Full Chapter Submission
October 13, 2024: Review Results Returned
November 10, 2024: Final Acceptance Notification
November 17, 2024: Final Chapter Submission



Inquiries

Anshul Garg
Taylor's University
anshul.garg@taylors.edu.my



Classifications


Business and Management; Business and Management; Computer Science and Information Technology; Computer Science and Information Technology; Education; Education; Media and Communications; Media and Communications; Social Sciences and Humanities; Social Sciences and Humanities
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