Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their perspection on 2020: What lessons did you learn and what do you feel the restaurant industry learned this year? Here are their responses. Click here for part one. Scott Lawton, CEO and cofounder at bartaco.

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2020 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program 197

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

Limited-service restaurants (those in quick service and fast casual) had a sharp acceleration in their guest check growth, as consumers likely shifted to larger off-premise orders to feed multiple people at home. Consumers are still very willing to get mobile and visit your stores for pick-up.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 26, 2021

According to NPD Group data, takeout and delivery orders have increased dramatically, with takeout jumping from 18 percent to 60 percent within the FSR segment from 2019 to 2020. 2 What’s more, even when ordering takeout or delivery, there is an increased hygiene expectation for restaurants. In the U.S.,

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Guest Recovery Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods 203

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

When a user opens their smartphone camera to scan the QR code, it reads the code and prompts an action, whether taking you to a webpage, completing an order, generating an invoice, making payment or reviewing COVID-19 safety measures. Enable Touchless Capabilities. QR codes also work to identify the customer to the restaurant.

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2020 Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Customer Service 211

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2020

As stay at home orders are lifted, consumers will begin visiting restaurants and businesses locally while practicing social distancing. There remains a high uptake of food delivery across the four states, with 67 percent of consumers having ordered take-out/delivery of food in the last two weeks, and 14 percent a delivery with alcohol.

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2020 Guest Recovery Kitchen Safety Online Ordering 184

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Tayler and her partner started Beechwood Doughnuts six years ago—Tayler, equipped with her business savvy, and her partner, equipped with a love of baking doughnuts. “We Evolving the Beechwood Doughnuts concept in 2020 and beyond ?? Before 2020, Beechwood Doughnuts had lineups of 30+ people around the block daily.

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Operations Book Communication Small Business 370

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Online and Mobile Ordering Systems. Online ordering and delivery are one of the fastest growing aspects of the restaurant industry, up 124% in 2020. Customers are demanding online and mobile ordering, and modern restaurant tech makes it more accessible for every restaurateur. Third-party delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

Early in the pandemic, 72 percent of operators invested in delivery and mobile/online ordering to boost revenue during mandated stay-at-home orders according to TD's 2020 survey, and it appears the popularity of these offerings is here to stay. Investment in delivery and mobile ordering pays off.

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2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 215

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Diners are turning to online ordering in increasing numbers because of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on on-premise dining. According to a survey conducted by S&P Global Market Intelligence, 40% of Americans are ordering more food for takeout and delivery now than they were before the pandemic. Online ordering - Ditto.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

As consumer options and demand shifted, businesses were forced to adapt and prioritize new technologies and alternate ordering experiences that would allow them to deliver on customer expectations. Adopting a digital-first environment quickly became a priority and mobile technology is playing an integral role.

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Mobile Ordering Marketing Menu Fast Casual 203

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2022

When customers are paying higher prices but wait a long time for their order or receive the wrong items, it casts a more negative impression on their experience and can keep them from visiting again. By using a POS system, customers, waiters and cashiers reduce their chances of errors when entering orders.

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Technology Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Download 180

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

From the way we place orders to how they’re prepared, every facet of the food service sector is being touched by technology. Online Ordering Systems and Delivery Apps It’s believed that the global online food delivery market is estimated to be $130.2 billion and is expected to grow to $223.7 billion by 2027.

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Technology Online Ordering Mobile Ordering Customer Service 196

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Most notably is the shift to mobile and the way in which consumers patronize their favorite restaurants. Of course, delivery also spiked, but the underlying thread between each of these dining preferences is the use of mobile for ordering and pick-up. It’s more about mobile ordering and the experience.

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Mobile Ordering Fast Casual Download Customer Experience 218

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Before the pandemic, many restaurants across the country experimented with contactless order and payment solutions but did so with a relative lack of urgency. Contactless payments have become the industry standard and the future of ordering and payment solutions for restaurants of all sizes.

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Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Employee Relations Customer Experience 225

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2020

In a newly released deck, it shows the steep decline of foot traffic to America’s businesses in March 2020 due to the spread of Covid19 and associated governmental “shelter in place” orders. New York businesses saw a decline beginning as early as March 9, 2020 and now show a 61 percent YOY decline.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2021

A good mobile experience. Creating a contactless ordering experience for guests at your restaurant is important in order for your business to stay competitive and profitable. Restaurants have endless third-party ordering app options, but those do come with a price, approximately five-twenty percent of each sale.

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Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Consumer Goods Customer Experience 227

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2020

Recent surveys show that Americans are less likely now to visit restaurant locations, order takeout or get food delivered to them. They have focused on mobile, the device near and dear to all of us. Why Is Mobile Ideal? Mobile devices have gone from being the second screen to now the main screen in the house.

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Mobile Ordering Point of Sale Back of House Download 181

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2021

This success is based on a pivot to seamless mobile experiences and tech-driven data amid an ever-changing set of variables from regulation to consumer behaviors. The NPD Group predicted that restaurant digital orders would triple in volume by the end of 2020 , with mobile leading the way. Simplified Mobile Experience.

Technology 197

Technology Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Food Safety 197

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2022

The popularity of online ordering is motivating big fast-food chains to use rewards programs to hold onto new mobile app customers. The COVID-19 pandemic prompted chains to create, improve upon and increase mobile app and loyalty program adoptions, aligning customers’ shifting preferences toward safety.

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Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Customer Experience 203

Social Hospitality

MAY 6, 2020

Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) March 25, 2020. MGM Resorts is helping deliver and store 250,000 rapid COVID-19 test kits and has donated essential personal, protective equipment (PPE) items such as gloves and masks for healthcare workers in the state of Nevada. Yum Brands CEO David Gibbs will forgo all salary for the balance of 2020.

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Hospitality Airlines Healthcare Hotels 388

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Contactless ordering at the table, virtual host stands, and online staff wellness checks have all become standard operating procedures for us now. Innovative and inviting outdoor seating is going to be crucial in order for restaurants to survive. Mobile experiences will become tailored to a wider audience through increased adoption.

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2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 230

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Not all restaurants have seen a dip in sales as a result—Chipotle, for example, reported a surge in sales in spite of the fact that the chain has raised regular menu prices twice and delivery prices three times since August 2020. These days they are often connected to a brand’s mobile app.

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Loyalty Program Pricing Menu Mobile Ordering 212

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2021

Restaurants have made great strides in the digital realm—from contactless payments to online ordering—but 32 percent of them feel like they could add to their technology stack to optimize operations. From ordering food to reserving a table, they want to do things digitally.

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Mobile Ordering Front of House Communication Online Ordering 197

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 18, 2021

As the world quickly came to a screeching halt in the early months of 2020, restaurants quickly accelerated an already existing shift towards digitalization to adapt to customers' new safety and priorities. The 2020 rush to digital is over, and now’s time to turn it from a necessity to an asset.

Loyalty Program 203

Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Online Ordering 203

Deliverect

DECEMBER 27, 2020

The Inception of Online Ordering. In 1994, a customer placed an online order for a pizza from Pizza Hut, marking the first ever online order recorded in the United States. And while online ordering methods have diversified and become more widely available since, the general premise remains the same. Online Ordering Today.

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Online Ordering Ordering Point of Sale Mobile Ordering 120

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2022

The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and its echoing effects have heavily impacted the restaurant industry, and as a result it continues to experience many restrictions. The restaurant industry lost $240 billion in profits in 2020 , and in 2021 is projected to fall about $167.5

Technology 167

Technology Front of House Online Ordering Back of House 167

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 13, 2022

Imagine that your restaurant uses 500 onions a week: with this new technology, once you get down to a certain pre-set amount, an automated order request can be sent out to your supplier to ensure that you receive your next shipment before you run out. Retaining and Attracting Employees. For reference, the top four U.S.

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POS Food Supply Mobile Ordering Point of Sale 215

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 12, 2021

In the beginning of 2020, no one could have predicted where the restaurant and quick service restaurant (QSR) industry would be today. When the pandemic hit and indoor dining was prohibited, the demand for online ordering, curbside pickup and drive-thru usage skyrocketed. Four Tech Solutions to Improve Guest and Employee Experiences.

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Employee Relations Customer Experience Customer Service Mobile Ordering 197

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2020

We’ve seen entire states reopen and re-close in short order due to spikes in cases. Wingstop is expecting to open 120 more locations in 2020; growth numbers you may not expect during a pandemic. This has never been more true for ordering and procuring food, be it in the restaurant, grabbing takeout, or getting a meal delivered.

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Innovation Hiring Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety 223

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Late in 2020, Eureka! collaborated with OneDine to curate a contactless yet personalized restaurant visit—creating a customized, platform that provides guests full control over ordering, speed of service, and payment. Guests will be able to browse the menu, order, and pay from their personal mobile devices.

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Mobile Ordering Airlines Online Ordering Technology 191

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 23, 2020

Goods on the Go : Mobile order-ahead has quickly gone from a new phenomenon to a key differentiator as restaurants and customers alike enjoy its benefits. Restaurants similarly can enjoy more predictability in their operations and better ensure orders are completed on time.

Technology 159

Technology Loyalty Program Customer Experience Mobile Ordering 159

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2021

Operations were changed to support delivery, mobile ordering, drive-thru, and self-service. When considering new technology for the drive thru, whether that is a digital menu or an employee taking orders on a tablet in the parking lot, will the order make it to the kitchen reliably, so customers are not left waiting in line?

Mobile Ordering 196

Mobile Ordering Technology Online Ordering Customer Service 196

Black Box Intelligence

MARCH 4, 2021

Chipotle Mexican Grill introduced Chipotlanes in 2019 and accelerated rollouts of the drive-thru system in 2020. These next-generation restaurant units address customer demand for a seamless ordering and pick-up experience. Frustration felt by the guest can be mitigated simply by being transparent with how long an order will take.

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Design Fast Casual Mobile Ordering Customer Service 98

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 14, 2020

They are offering $0 delivery fees** from all merchant partners in DoorDash’s program to support Black-owned businesses on DoorDash and Caviar through the end of 2020. Leverage two-way SMS to notify diners of order status updates from ConnectSmart Kitchen, including when the order is complete – allowing for no-contact pickup.

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Mobile Ordering Certification Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 164

7 Shifts

JULY 31, 2020

With real-time labor costs available on the free manager’s mobile app, they knew exactly when they needed to call in extra hands, or cut someone for the night, in order to keep their labor costs in check. It's important to equip your managers with a system to rely on—rather than expecting your managers to do everything.

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Management Management Document Communication 370

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Order accuracy is a pivotal part of the diner experience. Not only does a wrong order dissolve trust between customers and employees and impact, it also creates tension within the team of employees. It’s no wonder that many restaurants have digitized ordering operations to increase order accuracy and customer convenience.

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Loyalty Program Customer Experience Mobile Ordering Customer Service 188

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Then the pandemic hit and the industry faced a new reality where 85 percent of independent restaurants could close by the end of 2020, according to the Independent Restaurant Coalition. Café 1948 started as a small mobile trailer in Tyler Texas by Samuel and his wife in 2015. According to a June 2020 report from I?RI?®

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Mobile Ordering Customer Service Food Safety Small Business 197