Leanpath’s CEO Andrew Shakman recently spoke on a panel at GreenBiz ‘26 - an annual meeting of the minds in the world of sustainable business - about how to effectively adopt new technologies for positive food system change, from agriculture and manufacturing to foodservice and end consumers.

For healthcare foodservice operators, the pressure is coming from all sides. There are mandates to cut food costs, goals to increase operating revenue, and internal sustainability targets.

As we settle into 2026, the definition of an "efficient kitchen" has evolved. It is no longer just about speed or flavor profile; it is about yield optimization and sustainability. Culinary teams are under increasing pressure to protect their bottom line, and the most effective way to do that is by addressing the silent budget-killer: food waste.