Choco Announces Partnership with Golbon: Revolutionizing Foodservice Distribution with AI-Driven Solutions

Transforming Foodservice Distribution with Omni-Channel AI Technology

This partnership represents a significant milestone in Choco’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology to foodservice distributors. Choco's omni-channel platform offers a comprehensive solution that streamlines and optimizes every aspect of a distributor’s operations, from order management to customer engagement, helping businesses enhance efficiency and foster growth.

"We are excited to partner with Choco and introduce their comprehensive AI solutions to our Members," said Ryan Peters, Vice President Convenience and Retail Solutions at Golbon. "This partnership aligns with our strategy to continuously innovate and provide our Members with the tools they need to succeed in a competitive marketplace."

At the heart of this collaboration is Choco AI, a revolutionary tool already adopted by hundreds of distributors across the U.S. Choco AI automates and simplifies order management, addressing the challenges of manual processes. The platform captures voicemail and email orders 24/7, converting them into standardized digital formats, and seamlessly integrates them into the distributor’s ERP system in real-time. With Choco AI, businesses can achieve 100% digitalization within just two weeks, allowing them to process 100 times more orders without additional staff or resources. This enables distributors to scale rapidly and stay competitive in the evolving market.

Partnering with Golbon to Empower Independent Distributors

"We are thrilled to expand our partnership with Golbon, a leader in the foodservice industry," said Georgie Thomas, General Manager US at Choco. "Our AI-powered platform is designed to meet the unique needs of foodservice distributors, and we are confident that this collaboration will provide Golbon Members with the tools they need to thrive in today’s fast-paced environment."

Through this partnership, Golbon Members will be able to leverage Choco's AI-driven platform to optimize their business operations, from improving order accuracy to enhancing delivery times. By integrating Choco’s technology, Golbon and its Members can expect significant benefits, including reduced waste, increased efficiency, and improved customer satisfaction.

This partnership is a testament to Choco’s dedication to transforming the foodservice distribution industry by equipping businesses with the most advanced tools and resources available.

About Choco

Choco is a leading AI-powered platform revolutionizing the food supply chain by connecting foodservice distributors and operators. Leveraging advanced artificial intelligence, Choco simplifies ordering processes, making them as intuitive and immediate as sending a chat message. Our AI tools help customers maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize food waste. Choco was founded by serial entrepreneurs Daniel Khachab and Julian Hammer. Since its founding in 2018, the company has grown rapidly and is now active in markets such as the U.S., Germany, France, Spain, UK, Austria and Belgium. In February 2022, the total value of goods traded through Choco exceeded $1.2 billion.

For more information, visit https://choco.com/us

About Golbon

Golbon is a national foodservice buying and marketing group headquartered in Boise, Idaho. Formed in 1963, Golbon consists of hundreds of leading Distributor Members and Supplier Partners. Golbon Distributor Members take advantage of aggregated purchasing opportunities, personalized service, marketing support, innovative solutions, education, and relationship-building opportunities to drive profit and success across their total business.

For more information, visit www.golbon.com.