Assessment Generative AI Case-Study
Scenario:
Greenleaf Café, located in the heart of a bustling city, has gained popularity for its organic, locally-sourced menu & commitment to sustainability. The café is exploring new ways to enhance operational efficiency & the dining experience through technology, without compromising its environmental values. The café’s management team is considering several emerging technologies, including an AI-driven waste reduction system, a customer-facing AR menu for ingredient transparency, & IoT for energy management.
Emerging Technology Options:
1) AI-Driven Waste Reduction System:
Initial Investment $15,000 for software & integration
Operational Costs $200/month
Expected Benefits Reduced food waste by 30%, improved inventory management, potential savings of $1,200/month in reduced waste & optimized ordering.
| Environmental Impact | Significantly reduces waste contributing to landfill, aligns with sustainability goals |
2) Augmented Reality (AR) Menu:
Initial Investment $10,000 for app development & menu digitization Operational Costs $150/month for updates & maintenance.
Expected Benefits Enhance customer engagement, allow for dynamic updating of menu items, potentially increases average customer spend by 20% through interactive experiences.
| Environmental Impact | Reduces the need for physical menu, aligns with the café’s ethos by promoting transparency in sourcing & preparation. |
3) IoT for Energy Management:
Initial Investment $8,000 for smart sensors & system setup.
Operational Costs $100/month for system monitoring & data analytics.
Expected Benefits 25% reduction in energy costs through optimized heating, cooling, lighting, enhanced ability to monitor & manage energy use in real-time.
| Environmental Impact | Lower energy consumption, reduce the café’s carbon footprint. |
QUESTIONS
Question 1 – Identify which emerging technologies could help Greenleaf Café improve its sustainability efforts & customer service, & how would you stay updated on these technologies?
Question 2 – Outline a strategy for documenting & organizing information on identified technologies, including how to source this data & maintain its relevance over time
Question 3 – Given the data provided, evaluate the affordability, viability, & sustainability of each technology for Greenleaf Café. Consider their potential to enhance operational efficiency & align with the café’s sustainability objectives.
Question 4 – Considering Greenleaf Café’s commitment to sustainability & enhancing customer experience, which of the three technologies—AI-driven waste reduction, AR menu, or IoT for energy management—would you recommend for implementation? Justify your choice based on the detailed data provided, focusing on compatibility with the café’s operations, budget constraints, & environmental ethos.
Answer the above questions separately and label them as Answer 1 corresponding to Question 1. Each answer should not be more than 200 words.