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QR Restaurant Waitlists

Scan and Reserve Tables With the Convenient WalkIN App

— March 17, 2011 — Tech
One of the most unique smartphone applications is the WalkIN app, which caused a lot of buzz at SXSW Interactive.

There are lots of restaurant apps to choose from, but the WalkIN app is one of the few that provides interaction between guests and hosts. This clever invention lets people reserve a table by simply scanning the QR code at the door. In other words, no more waiting in line or yelling at the host; you can simply walk away and grab a coffee knowing that you're on the list. On the restaurant side of things, hosts can monitor and manually add guests onto the list. They will then notify you when a table is ready.

The WalkIN app is a wonderful feature to have on the smarpthone on a Friday/Saturday night when there's a long queue at the restaurant. Developers are currently working on more features.
Trend Themes
1. QR Code Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of QR code technology in other areas, such as event ticketing or hotel check-in processes.
2. Digital Restaurant Services - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative digital solutions that enhance the guest experience and streamline restaurant operations.
3. Mobile App Convenience - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create mobile apps that offer convenient features for users, such as walk-in reservations and personalized recommendations.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement mobile technologies to revolutionize the way restaurants, hotels, and other hospitality businesses interact with guests.
2. Technology Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate and develop new technologies that can optimize various aspects of restaurant and service industry operations.
3. Mobile App Development Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Discover new ways to enhance user convenience and simplify everyday tasks through mobile applications.
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