Subject:

Operation Counter-Intel –  A Strategy for Restaurant Optimization

Background:

A seasoned operative embedded within the restaurant industry, the agent identified a crucial point of friction:  cumbersome cash drawer management procedures. Recognizing the potential for decreased morale and productivity loss, he initiated a top-secret project to streamline this process.

Objective:

Operation Counter-Intel  focused on developing an intuitive, AI-powered mobile solution to revolutionize cash counting protocols. The goal was not just improved efficiency, but a user-friendly design that would eliminate tedium and elevate the employee experience.

Technical Execution:

The technological backbone of this operation is a sophisticated computer vision model, aka a convolutional neural network (CNN), for image recognition. The operative’s background in 3D animation and 15+ years of programming proved invaluable for generating robust training data.

Philosophy and Approach: In the field of technological disruption, this operative understands that successful tech must seamlessly blend function and form. User interface (UI) and art direction are meticulously crafted to ensure maximum engagement and adoption. Devices must not only perform but also empower – this is the path to transforming operations, rather than just automating them.

Conclusion:

Operation Counter-Intel is a groundbreaking initiative in workplace AI for the restaurant sector. Utilizing advanced technology, programming expertise, and a user-centric design philosophy, this asset has delivered  tangible benefits – efficiency improvements and a boost to employee morale.

Founder

Stephen Rozmiarek

Company 

Z-Labs, LLC

Where

Living in beautiful Denver, Colorado

What

Developer: iOS apps

Technologies

Python, Swift, C#, PyTorch, Maya, Unity, After Effects, etc.

Other 

Co-Owner:  Frank & Roze Coffee Company,

branding, POS, music, facilities

Previous Work

Owner, American Animation Company, a 3D animation boutique

CBS Late Late Show Opening, Baby Einstein

Art featured in Royce Galleries, Cherry Creek North (Denver, Colorado)

& Bee Gallery (San Francisco, California)

Emmy nomination, MusicLink Productions

Visuals for Smashing Pumpkins, Lalapoluza Tour

Volunteer

First Lego League Robot Club, 7 years

Science Fair, 3 years

Education

BA in Business Admin. from the University of Colorado at Denver, magna cum laude