AI in Russia Will Help Make Pizza the Right Way
In Novosibirsk, a new AI‑powered video analytics system is helping cafés and restaurants improve food safety compliance and prepare dishes with greater consistency.
Technology That Watches Every Step
A team in Novosibirsk has developed an AI-driven video analytics platform that helps cafés and restaurants spot food safety violations faster and more accurately. The system analyzes video streams in real time and instantly generates detailed reports highlighting any detected issues.
The pilot project has already been deployed in a local pizzeria, and the next step is expanding the technology to an industrial‑scale production facility.
Keeping Processes Under Control
The system connects to existing CCTV cameras and monitors key kitchen workflows, focusing on proper hygiene practices and correct preparation steps. When the AI detects deviations, it compares them against predefined safety and cooking protocols.
Developers say the processing speed exceeds that of comparable platforms, enabling restaurant staff to react quickly and improve the overall quality of service.
Optimizing the Kitchen
Artificial intelligence helps businesses reduce spending on external audits, accelerate data analysis, and make targeted recommendations for optimizing kitchen performance and staff operations. The project has already earned industry recognition—its creators received an award in the Astart accelerator program hosted by Novosibirsk’s Academpark technology center.
This solution aligns with a broader trend across the food industry: AI is increasingly being deployed for safety monitoring, quality control, and workflow automation.
