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The AI connects drive-thru conversations, kitchen equipment, inventory systems, and billing data into one seamless ecosystem.

The system syncs instantly with Everyware’s existing Caterlord POS platform, logging each transaction in real time and updating table status automatically.

Papa Johns forecasted global system-wide restaurant sales to be flat to down in the low single digits, with adjusted EBITDA expected between US$200 million and US$210 million.

Rather than offering a static Ramadan buffet, the majlis introduces weekly rotating menus, ensuring returning guests encounter new flavours and experiences throughout the Holy Month

This shift has made culinary programming, wellness offerings, and immersive social spaces essential components of modern luxury hospitality strategy, not optional enhancements.

The move lets diners settle restaurant bills, grocery hauls, and taxi rides with nothing more than a casual wrist flick, no wallet fishing, card swiping, or cash fumbling required.

Slang’s platform ensures every call gets answered while generating valuable data about customer behavior.

While revenue soared to US$1.16 billion for the full year (up 22.5%), adjusted net income for the quarter slipped to US$4.9 million from US$6.5 million.

The strong results translated directly to franchisee profitability, demonstrating the brand’s ability to balance store-level economics with compelling customer value propositions.