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Top Three Reasons Why Multi-Unit Operators Should be Looking at Fast Casual Brands to Expand their Portfolio in the Restaurant Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

According to a study conducted by Technavio , the fast casual restaurant industry will witness a compound annual growth rate of over 12 percent from now until 2026. I believe that fast casual continues to be a great place for savvy multi-unit restaurant franchisees to diversify. Here are three reasons why.

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Operational Excellence and the Value War   

Modern Restaurant Management

Technomic’s revised predictions for 2024 revealed a challenging road ahead for the restaurant industry, which has been plagued by rising prices and shifting consumer behavior since the onset of the pandemic. percent rise in prices means that sales growth may barely keep up with inflation. percent sales increase by 1.5

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From Tech to Taste: Karl Goodhew’s Inspiring Journey of Innovation

The Restaurant Times

Charting a path that spans the domains of retail, e-commerce, and hospitality, Karl Goodhew’s story is a reflection of the remarkable possibilities that technology, innovation, and a relentless drive for change can create. Goodhew has a passion for technology and innovation and a vision for transforming the fast-casual dining industry.

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The Complete Guide to Increase Your Restaurant Profit Margins

Lavu

By staying on top of profit margins, you can make informed decisions about pricing, portion sizes, and operational costs, thereby improving your profit margins. Therefore, exploring effective ways to increase sales and carefully managing expenses, pricing, and menu offerings become vital strategies in maintaining a healthy profit margin.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

Modern Restaurant Management

This trend reflects the growing popularity of drive-thru and fast-casual dining, coupled with the demand for digital technologies such as QSR digital signage and QR codes. Consider, for instance, a scenario in which your Point of Sale (POS) system can forecast the popularity of a new dish based on historical customer behaviour.

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2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

The technology space is still the “wild west” in the spirits realm, and it is likely that technology will continue to innovate, and inevitably consolidate, the playing field. Reduce portion sizes slightly to maintain menu prices but account for increased costs. Don’t be afraid to increase price.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

Additionally, it means enacting ways to incentivize guests to order from a brand’s direct ordering channels, with offers like exclusive items and pricing, to drive in-house digital sales and therefore retain owned guest data. 2024 will be a year of value and beverage innovation.

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