Consistency in Every Slice: How Automation Is Elevating Pizza Standards

How many slices of pepperoni should go on a pizza? If you’re a major pizza chain, the answer is clear: 40 slices, plus or minus 10% (36–44 slices). Simple enough, right?

Not quite.

During a recent secret shopper experiment by a leading U.S. pizza chain, consistency—or the lack thereof—became a glaring issue. The experiment revealed that over 50% of the pizzas tested fell outside the acceptable range, either with fewer than 36 slices or more than 44.

The implications were staggering. A quarter of pizzas left customers short-changed, while another quarter negatively impacted the chain’s bottom line by over-delivering. All this while restaurants struggled to maintain consistency during high-demand rush hours, often requiring additional staff to meet volume demands.

And pepperoni isn’t the only concern. Cheese, the most expensive ingredient, and sauce also likely suffered from similar inconsistencies, further eroding quality and profitability.

A Better Way Forward

This inconsistency highlights the challenges of manual pizza assembly, especially under pressure. Enter automation.

The XPizza Cube, our pizza assembly robot, was recently tested by a top pizza maker for ingredient consistency. Here’s how it performed:

• Sauce: Less than 2% deviation from the desired amount.
• Cheese: A remarkable 1% deviation.
• Pepperoni: 2.5% deviation, with all deviations falling under the target (never over).

Unlike manual labor, the XPizza Cube delivers precision, consistency, and reliability every single time. No matter the volume or the rush, it ensures every customer gets the pizza they expect—and every restaurant operator protects their margins.

The Future of Pizza Making

With results like these, it’s clear: automation isn’t just a solution; it’s the standard for modern pizza production. The XPizza Cube ensures restaurants deliver the quality customers demand while optimizing operations.

Ready to learn more? Let’s talk about how the XPizza Cube can transform your business.