Build vs. Buy in the Age of AI: A Field Guide for Restaurant Operators
Bryan Solar, SpotOn CPO, discusses when restaurants should build custom tools vs. buy proven tech, and why the outcome, not the tool, is what matters.
Bryan Solar
Chief Product Officer at SpotOn, Bryan Solar grew up surrounded by family in the restaurant industry. Prior to joining SpotOn, Bryan held leadership positions at Square for Restaurants and Google.
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