Phase 01
Cost Reality
Wage Inflation Shock: Era where 'People' become Cost
Labor vs Robot Cost Trend (Unit: 10k KRW)
* 2024 Cost Reversal Phenomenon (Golden Cross) Occurred
The Golden Cross
Starting in 2024, the cost of employing one full-time employee exceeded the rental cost of three serving robots. Considering 'Opportunity Cost' due to turnover and hiring difficulties beyond simple cost reduction, the economic feasibility of robot adoption is further strengthened.
This is a financial risk hedging strategy that transforms fixed costs into variable costs, not just replacement.
Labor Risk Funnel
Hiring Cost
Training Cost
Resignation
Re-hiring
Phase 02
BEP Analysis
The Breakeven Month: 9 Months, Time when Cost turns into Profit
Cumulative Cost Comparison
9M
BEP Reached
From the 9th month after adoption, the total cost of robot operation becomes lower than labor cost savings, and Net Cash Flow turns positive.
Cost Comparison (Monthly)
1 Employee
2.5M KRW
+Severance, Insurance
1 Robot
420K KRW
Includes Rental + Electricity
Phase 03
Actionable Strategy
Optimization Roadmap: Checklist for Success
Profit Improvement Simulation
Implementation Checklist
- Flow OptimizationSecure >80cm gap between tables & Level floor required.
- Redefine R&RStaff: 'Hospitality/Cooking', Robot: 'Clearing/Moving'.
- Initial MarketingPromote 'High-tech Robot Serving' to attract early customers.
Final Verdict
Serving robot adoption is Digital Transformation (DX) of store operation systems beyond simple cost reduction. Endure the initial 9-month adaptation period, and your store will become a high-efficiency profit model challenging 'Zero Labor Cost'.