New AI Tool from Ecolab Aims to Optimize Restaurant Operations

Published: 25 Jul 2025

Author: Precedence Research

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Ecolab Inc., the world's leading company in sustainability and hygiene innovation, has introduced an innovative product to the foodservice industry. Ecolab RushReady is a groundbreaking program based on artificial intelligence and a part of the KitchenIQ program. Intended to strengthen restaurant leaders with current information, intelligent insights, and professional human assistance, RushReady is designed to change the way peak performance occurs, the way customer satisfaction is measured, and the way profitability increases, particularly during rush service. The new product is a direct result of the ever-increasing complexity of the issues that restaurant managers currently face, such as labor shortages, operational inefficiencies, and customer expectations.

Upon seamless integration into the current technology ecosystem of the restaurant, namely point-of-sale (POS), labor scheduling, and kitchen display systems, RushReady adds a coherent and intelligent layer to the back-of-house processes. It assists General managers (GMs) in becoming proactive with their decisions to optimize staff levels, prepare inventory, and focus on the most important tasks during peak-volume times. Finally, it places teams in an action position quickly with accuracy- guaranteeing an easier operation and a more rewarding guest experience. Furthermore, rushReady is a giant leap in the activities that restaurants engage in to conduct their operations, operate with complexity, and serve their customers to achieve satisfaction.

Executive’s Statement

Maarten Potjer, Executive Vice President, Innovation Growth Strategy, Ecolab

“Ecolab has been an integral part of the foodservice industry for more than a century, so we know what it takes for every restaurant to perform at its very best, especially during a rush. With RushReady, we are combining the insights from AI with our industry expertise to make the jobs of restaurant operators easier. RushReady equips GMs and their teams with the tools and insights needed to excel in today’s competitive landscape. By transforming data into actionable strategies, we help them run more efficient, profitable operations. Our performance coaches and digital technology work alongside the GM to elevate results and ensure restaurant teams are ready for the morning, lunch, and dinner rush.”