In Russia, an AI-Powered Checkout Identifies Dishes and Calculates the Bill
A new AI-driven self-checkout system developed by 1C-Rarus uses computer vision to recognize dishes in seconds, aiming to dramatically speed up service across cafeterias, cafes, and fast-food venues.
The smart checkout system from 1C-Rarus, equipped with automatic dish recognition, allows orders to be processed in just a few seconds and significantly reduces service time.
1C-Rarus has launched an automated dish-recognition service based on computer vision, designed to simplify technical processes in food service operations, from cafeterias and cafes to fast-food chains. The technology targets the HoReCa market, which includes restaurants, cafes, canteens, and quick-service outlets. Pilot testing has already been carried out in factory cafeterias and industrial catering companies.
Computer Vision Sees What’s on the Plate
The workflow is intentionally simple. A customer places a tray under the camera, the system automatically analyzes its contents, and generates a list of dishes. The user then reviews the information on the screen, confirms the order, and completes payment using a bank card or an internal corporate meal card. The process speeds up service and makes it fully contactless.
Works With Product Labeling
The AI-powered checkout can recognize items even when multiple dishes are placed on a single plate, identify set meals, adjust lighting to match the environment, and ensure that no foreign objects are present above the tray. A built-in 2D scanner supports product labeling, further expanding the system’s capabilities.
According to Alexey Pavlov, head of food service automation at 1C-Rarus, the company has managed to significantly accelerate the rollout of the technology.
He added that at facilities with multiple checkout terminals, the system can be further trained from a single terminal.
The intelligent checkout integrates seamlessly with 1C:Fast Food, 1C:Restaurant, and back-office systems used to manage food service businesses. The new technology simplifies accounting and service workflows, improves service quality, and delivers a more modern customer experience for operations of any size.
