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Customers use the app to browse the menu, customize their order, and pay. They can then choose how to collect their order (in-store, drive-thru, curbside, etc) – that is, different service modes. These are the available service modes for online ordering:
Example pick-up flow:
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Example, Delivery flow:
Delivery: Non-Authenticated (As a Guest)
Table-service
What It Is: A form of dine-in experience where guests may order directly from their seat, avoiding lining up at the front-counter.
How It Works: In contrast to a traditional in-restaurant dining where customers place their orders at the counter, guests may place their order from the comfort of their seat by scanning a QR code and indicating their table number in the order flow. For guest convenience, a restaurant team member will bring the food to their table, which they need to indicate while placing an order.
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What It Is: Ordering food online to be taken out of the restaurant and consumed elsewhere.
How It Works: Customers place their order online, however they arrive to the restaurant solely to pick it up at a desired time. They can then take it with them to eat at home, work, or another location.
Curbside Pickup
What It Is: A variation of mobile ordering where customers have their food delivered directly to their vehicle in a designated parking spot.
How It Works: After placing an order via the Burger King app, customers park in a designated curbside spot when they arrive at the restaurant. They check in on the app, and an employee brings the food out to their car, making it convenient and contactless.
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What It Is: A service where food is delivered directly to the customer’s location, such as their home or office.
How It Works: Customers place an order through the Burger King app, website, or a third-party delivery service (e.g., Uber Eats, DoorDash). The food is prepared at the nearest restaurant and delivered by a driver to the specified address. This mode is ideal for those who prefer to eat at home without going out.
Visualisation:
Delivery: Non-Authenticated (As a Guest)
Why online ordering?
The growth of online ordering presents a significant business opportunity in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry, driven by changing consumer preferences and technological advancements. As more customers seek convenience and speed, online ordering has become a critical component of the QSR business model.
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Convenient Ordering: Guests can browse the full menu, select items, and customize their orders directly from the app. This eliminates the need to order at the counter or drive-thru.
Order Ahead: You can place your order ahead of time, specifying a pickup time that suits you. This way, your food is prepared and ready when you arrive, helping to skip the line and reduce waiting time.
Customization: The app allows detailed customization of menu items, such as adding or removing ingredients, selecting portion sizes, or choosing specific condiments, just as you would when ordering in person.
Exclusive Deals: Online ordering offers an opportunity to attract the guests with special offers, discounts, and deals that are only available through the app.
Payment Options: Payment can be completed within the app using various methods like credit/debit cards, digital wallets and other local payment methods.
Pickup Options: Depending on the restaurant, you can choose how to receive your order—whether by picking it up inside the restaurant, at the drive-thru, or even curbside.
Order History and FavouritesFavorites: The app keeps track of your past orders, making it easy to reorder your favourite favorite meals with just a few taps.
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