Role of AI in the Food & Beverage Industry

Authors

  • Kanwal Nain Thakur 1Associate Professor, Faculty of Hotel Management, PCTE Group of Institutes, Ludhiana
  • Karambir Kaur Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, KCET, Amritsar

Abstract

This article starts by discussing the technologies currently used in the food and beverage industry. It highlights the progress AI is making in analytics, improving quality, and predictive maintenance. This paper examines the various roles of AI in the food and beverage sector. It examines its uses in food production, quality assurance, optimising the supply chain, customer service, personalisation, and managing waste. The article also considers the ethical issues, challenges, and future possibilities. As the food and beverage (F&B) industry evolves due to shifting consumer tastes and operational challenges, AI plays a crucial role in driving innovation and efficiency.

References

• TOMRA. (2021). Food Sorting Solutions. Retrieved from https://www.tomra.com/en/solutions-and-products/sorting-solutions/food

• Bucchiarone, A., Dragoni, N., & Lago, P. (2021). Smart manufacturing: AI-based prediction models for food production optimization. Journal of Food Engineering, 289, 110235. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfoodeng.2020.110235

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Published

2026-01-27

Issue

Vol. 13 (2025): (Special Issue) International Journal of Healthcare Education & Medical Informatics

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Research Article

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