The Certus AI Blog: Restaurant Automation & Technology

We’re re-engineering the front of house for every restaurant, starting with a $100B phone problem.

How Independent Restaurants can compete with McDonald's $3 Menu

Independent restaurants can beat McDonald's $3 menu without price cuts. Leverage AI phone agents, customization, and service to thrive. Learn how to win.

April 16, 2026

How to get more catering orders for your restaurant

Unlock restaurant catering profits! Learn how to simplify offers, empower staff, and capture every inquiry in 2026 without a sales team. Boost your bottom line.

April 16, 2026
How to prepare your Restaurant for Mother's Day

How to prepare your Restaurant for Mother's Day 2026 (without burning out your staff)

Mother's Day prep: Learn how to manage reservations, simplify your menu, staff smart, and use AI phone agents to boost profits without burning out your team.

April 16, 2026
Best AI phone system for Clover POS restaurants in 2026

Best AI phone system for Clover POS restaurants in 2026

Is your Clover POS restaurant losing thousands to missed calls? Discover the top AI phone systems for 2026 that integrate natively, capture orders, and boost profits.

April 16, 2026

How to get more positive Google Reviews for your restaurant

Struggling to get more 5-star Google reviews than your competitors? This guide reveals a step-by-step system to turn happy customers into vocal advocates, boosting your restaurant's revenue.

April 10, 2026

38% of Consumers Are spending less at Restaurants. Here's how Independent Operators are fighting back.

Diners are spending less in 2026. Discover how independent restaurants are using smart strategies, AI automation, and data to boost profits and thrive despite economic pressures.

April 8, 2026
Sysco buys Restaurant Depot: what owners need to know

Sysco buys Restaurant Depot: what owners need to know

Sysco's $29B Restaurant Depot acquisition changes the game for independent owners. Learn how to protect your profits, diversify suppliers, and control your data in 2026.

April 7, 2026
Automated Phone Ordering: Restaurants fight back in 2026

Loman AI vs Certus AI: A restaurant owner's honest breakdown

Comparing Loman AI vs Certus AI for your restaurant? See the real differences in call volume pricing, language support, POS reliability, and what restaurant owners discover after 90 days of use.

April 7, 2026
Restaurant AI Solutions: Automate your restaurant for 2026

Former Uber CEO Says Restaurants are factories. The Restaurant Tech that's making him right.

Travis Kalanick called restaurants 'factories.' Discover how AI solutions and automation are transforming operations, solving labor shortages, and boosting profits in 2026.

April 1, 2026

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Certus AI will be able to place the orders through an API connection to your POS and/or Printer. Alternatively you can also choose to simply take orders through our dashboard.

Can Certus AI process payments over the phone?

Yes, Certus AI can send payment links via SMS or process card details directly through your POS using an encrypted connection, ensuring secure payment processing for all phone orders.

How will Certus AI handle customers who struggle to speak English?

Certus AI is trained to understand many accents, including South Asian, East Asian, Caribbean, and more. It ensures clear communication for customers whose first language isn't English.

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The complete onboarding process takes 5 days and requires only 45 minutes of your time. This includes filling out an onboarding form, a clarity call with your AI engineer, and 3 days of training and integration.

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