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StreamLine
Why Tracking Waste is Just the Start, Not the Solution
Trustworthy production data is a kitchen's foundation. But it’s what happens next—how (or if) that data is used—that really makes the difference. Most tools in-market don’t make that easy enough for foodservice operators.
Food Waste Reduction Strategies for Foodservice Operators: What’s Working in 2026
Surplus food in the U.S. fell by 1.57 million tons in 2024. We look at the policy changes, shifting consumer preferences and waste tracking tech behind this progress.
Plate Waste is Costing Your Dining Hall More Than You Think
New research is putting hard numbers on a problem many college and university dining operators aren’t tracking: plate waste. Topanga’s new plate waste tracking solution is designed to help teams understand diner preferences and prevent overprep.
How Can Hospital Kitchens Prevent Costly Overproduction?
Hospital foodservice teams, tasked with running both tray service and cafeteria production, need easy-to-use technology that will alleviate their outsized workloads. Learn how we help healthcare kitchens prevent costly overproduction while saving chefs' time.
NetMenu & Topanga’s StreamLine: Fight Food Waste with Better Data
NetMenu is now officially integrated with StreamLine, our production tracking and optimization platform. We're excited to be partnering with Tranasct + CBORD to give to commercial kitchens in higher education, healthcare, senior living, and corporate catering smarter ways to operate efficiently and prevent waste.
AI & Food Waste
Artificial Intelligence food waste solutions are transforming operations, helping kitchens reduce waste by 50-70% through smart tracking, predictive analytics, and automated insights. Here's how AI food waste reduction technology is revolutionizing kitchen operations—and why early adopters are achieving dramatic results.
5 Ways to Reduce Kitchen Waste and Boost Sustainability with Foodservice Software
Advanced institutional food waste management platforms help kitchens reduce waste by 50-70% through real-time visibility, automated tracking, and data-driven decision making. Here are five proven strategies technology uses to make kitchens cleaner, leaner, and more profitable.