Their journey with Winnow began in January of last year, and the results were nothing short of astonishing. In just four weeks, Hilton Tokyo Bay witnessed a dramatic 30% reduction in food waste. To put this into perspective, it equates to nearly ¥3.3 million or 31,000 USD in annual savings—an impressive feat by any measure and a testament to the power of data-driven decision-making.
Winnow's Vision system employs artificial intelligence to assist Hilton Tokyo Bay's team in precisely measuring and tracking food waste.
The team received basic training, empowering them to comprehend how their everyday actions directly impact food wastage.
What sets Winnow apart is its unique ability to memorise food items and categorise data efficiently. This innovation sparked the creation of inventive dishes, designed to minimise waste while repurposing and reinventing culinary creations. Hilton Tokyo Bay's team witnesses the results visually and instantly, thanks to Winnow's intuitive reporting system.
The reports provide real-time insights, for the whole kitchen team, including the General Manager Markus Kosch.
They offer a detailed view of the quantity of food waste from the previous day, along with its corresponding value and carbon footprint.
As the first pioneer of Winnow Vision in Japan, Hilton Tokyo Bay proudly brought this cutting-edge technology into its kitchens to combat food waste with Artificial Intelligence. In the initial 4 weeks of usage, before the pandemic disrupted travel, the team had successfully cut food waste by 30%, saving more than 17,016 meals and over ¥3.3 million or US$31,000 annually.
This achievement reflects Hilton Tokyo Bay's dedication to addressing the global issue of food waste, and it serves as an example of how innovative solutions can have a significant impact on reducing waste and protecting our environment for future generations to come.
