By: Untappd Team
October 29, 2024
In the world of hospitality, presentation matters—and so does keeping things fresh and engaging for guests. With that in mind, Untappd for Business has just rolled out an exciting new feature designed to help businesses take their digital menus to the next level. Leveraging AI-technology, Untappd for Business now offers an AI-powered menu design tool called “Design with AI” that makes customization easier, faster, and more fun than ever before.
In this article, we’ll dive into what this new feature is all about, explore how it uses conversational AI to streamline digital menu design and share some examples of how you can make the most of it.
What We’ll Cover in This Piece:
What is Untappd for Business?
If you’re in the beer, bar, or restaurant industry, you’re likely familiar with Untappd for Business. It’s a digital platform that gives all types of businesses with food and beverage programs an easy way to manage print & digital menus, update their listings on Untappd’s app, effortlessly keep their guests engaged, and dive into analytics about local consumer trends. Currently, nearly 20,000 businesses use Untappd for Business across 75 countries.
Now, with the addition of AI-powered design, digital food and drink menus are more adaptable and customizable than ever, allowing businesses to keep things fresh for every season, holiday, or special event.
What is Conversational AI?
Conversational AI refers to technology that uses advanced language models to interpret and respond to text or speech prompts from users in a way that feels natural. This means you can “talk” to the AI by typing or speaking, and it will understand and respond to your instructions as if you were having a conversation.
By using OpenAI’s large language model (LLM), Untappd for Business’ new feature understands design-related requests and then transforms them into immediate, real-time menu updates. So whether you’re updating a color scheme, adjusting layouts, or simply want a more elegant look, Design with AI can handle it with ease.
How Does AI Help with Digital Menu Design?
With Untappd for Business’s new Desight with AI feature, you can fine-tune your digital menus in seconds. The AI responds to your instructions in real-time, adapting each element to suit your needs. Here’s how it works:
- Smart Customizations: The AI understands the context of your requests, such as changing the menu layout, fonts, or colors, and tailors these adjustments to fit your brand.
- Real-Time Feedback Loop: With every change, the AI refines and learns from your preferences. The more you adjust, the better it becomes at predicting and delivering the look you’re going for.
- Instant Preview on Any Device: Each change is displayed immediately in a browser preview or on your digital menu.
By using context-aware customizations and continuous adaptation, the AI can help you create a digital menu that reflects the unique style and vibe of your venue.
Examples of Prompts to Enhance Your Menu
Using conversational AI to design your digital menu is as easy as typing what you’re looking for. Here are a few examples of prompts you might try:
- “Make the menu look more elegant”: Instantly update the look and feel to reflect a sleek, elegant look.
- “Add a warm color scheme for fall”: Adjust colors to match the season with cozy autumn tones.
- “Adjust to a three-column layout”: Adjust the layout of the menu to use a three-column structure.
- “Highlight high ABV drinks”: Draw attention to beverage items with higher ABV content.
With these prompts, you’re only a few clicks away from transforming your menu to fit any occasion or aesthetic.
How to Get Started with the New AI-Powered Tool
Getting started with this new feature is simple, and if you’re an existing Untappd for Business customer, you already have access! Just log into your Untappd for Business account and start exploring the new design options.
If you’re new to Untappd For Business and want to give it a try, visit https://utfb.untappd.com to sign up for a free trial or schedule a demo.
Wrap Up
Untappd for Business’s new AI-powered customization tool is here to help you bring a fresh and personalized touch to your digital menu. With a few simple prompts, you can create a menu that’s perfect for your brand, matches the season, or celebrates a special event—all in real-time. This tool represents our commitment to exploring new ways of enhancing the customer experience, and we’re excited to see how you make it your own.
Happy designing, and cheers to a whole new way of engaging your guests!
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