SN Magazine: February 2020
School Nutrition: Big Tech & Big Innovations
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Emerging technologies offer exciting opportunities for both our personal and professional endeavors. Today’s tech is continually evolving with the intent to make our lives a little easier, and it’s the topic for discussion in the
February edition of School Nutrition
. There is a smartphone app for just about everything and you can even link your smartphone to your toaster, refrigerator or dog’s collar. And today’s tech advances certainly trickle into the school nutrition realm, which can streamline processes, boost meal participation, create efficiency, pave the way for future innovations and so much more.
Thanks to your smartphone, you’ve probably placed an order for a sandwich, coffee or even your groceries. But did you ever think that mobile ordering could help boost school lunch participation? School nutrition directors across the country have implemented
mobile ordering—for both secondary students and school staff to great success—and you can learn how they made implementation a boon for business.
And speaking of mobile phones, did you know the average smartphone user has over 35 apps on their phone? From mobile banking to books to fitness motivation to parking space reservations, there’s an app for that. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of
near-50 smartphone apps that have genuine app-eal. But despite their usefulness and total-life integration, we have become increasingly reliant on our smartphones—but just how smart are they and how smart are we to continually rely on them? It may be time for our
smart tech to take an IQ test.
Thank you for coming to our Tech Talk.
Articles to Help Employees at All Levels:
Swipe Right for School Nutrition
Feeding a Growing Appetite for Innovation
What is the IQ of Smart Tech?
Is There an App for That?
Also in this Issue:
Raspberries are one cute fruit! With a sharp-yet-sweet flavor and a delightful chew, raspberries are an incredibly versatile fruit that can be utilized in dressings, dips, breakfasts and savory dishes. This month we’re showcasing this well-loved berry, with a multitude of tasty recipes and fun factoids!