Rise of the robots: In the not-so-distant future, automation could replace fast food workers

Rise of the robots: In the not-so-distant future, automation could replace fast food workers

Provided It may not be long before robots make up the majority of fast food restaurant staffs. And while that may mean faster and more consistent service for customers, it could also put many workers out of a job.

Rising minimum wages across the country and new advances in technology are pushing many fast food companies to look to automation. Wendy’s announced in February it would install self-service kiosks in more than 1,000 locations nationwide to cut labor costs. McDonald’s also announced in June it will install digital ordering kiosks in more than 2,500 of its stores.

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