Deliverect

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Just as everyone was making their predictions for 2020 this time last year, a certain black swan event came along and caused a bit of a stir. Some full-service restaurants managed to pivot and find a way to offer their multi-course meals for delivery. What does the future look like for restaurant ordering and delivery tech?

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Many have started offering their menus on third-party delivery websites. Some have white-labeled those same delivery services for integration within their organizations, and others have built out programs for pick up or delivery entirely in house.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 18, 2021

But as reality of the pandemic sunk in and dining rooms remained closed, it became apparent that ordering delivery and takeout was the best way to help restaurants weather the storm — and there was a significant consumer appetite to do so. By August 2020, Americans reported ordering takeout 2.4

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The fusion of technology and food service is transforming the way restaurants operate, enhancing customer experiences, and shaping the future of the industry. From the way we place orders to how they’re prepared, every facet of the food service sector is being touched by technology. billion by 2027.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2020

This marks the first time the restaurant industry and third-party delivery companies have come together to create guidelines and culminates a year-long effort by the Association to develop national policies based on the experiences of restaurant operators of all sizes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features Grubhub's State of the Plate 2020 trend report, the fragility of "open," di g ital resilience and brand intimacy. Limited-service brands continue doing much better regarding sales growth year over year. Top Foods of 2020.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 15, 2020

The law temporarily suspends personal-liability provisions for restaurants impacted by mandated closings or service limitations. New York State Restaurant Association : The trade association for New York restaurants, who works to further the business interests of restaurant owners and to provide valuable support services to members.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2022

During the pandemic, quick-service restaurants (QSRs) were forced to innovate if they wanted to succeed. Contactless payments started as a safety precaution for many quick-service restaurants (QSRs) – allowing them to offer a curbside service that kept patrons out of the dining room. Tapping Into the Potential.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

The easiest way to get your food out there is by partnering with a third-party delivery app. But when it’s so dead simple to get listed on third-party delivery marketplaces and take orders, why do all the other work to create your own system when you are a time-strapped restaurateur? It will still cost you to run your own delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2020

Around one in six (16 percent) will avoid dine-in experiences altogether in favor of delivery or take-out. More than a third of consumers (35 percent) say they will put an emphasis on dining at restaurants that keep customers safe. Food and Alcoholic Delivery. 14 percent plan to celebrate in bars/restaurants.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

2020 was a year that the restaurant industry won’t soon forget. According to a study by Panasonic , the percentage of restaurant businesses that consider themselves “tech-forward” doubled from 13% in January 2020 to 26% by August 2020. For fast-casual and quick-service restaurants—no more lines.

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Cheetah

APRIL 26, 2021

But one thing, in particular, can make all the difference between a successful food truck business and a total debacle: Choosing the right food delivery system. In this article, we look at the new delivery trends that are already taking over the food truck industry and how to choose the one that’s right for your mobile eatery business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

Execution will play a pivotal role in building customer trust and ensuring today's diners remain loyal." Americans preferred to pick-up their food (38 percent US vs. 22 percent UK), while the UK preferred home-delivery (57 percent UK vs. 33 percent US). Restaurants vs. delivery services.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The 2020 holiday season may not offer the same gatherings, parties and hoopla of years’ past, but diners are making sure it is still filled with amazing food. “Consumers are showing an increased appetite for skipping big meal prep to order in or experiment with meal kits.” Diners Show Holiday Spirit.

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Goliath Consulting

AUGUST 2, 2022

The restaurant industry saw a significant increase in delivery and takeout during the COVID-19 lockdown. As lockdown restrictions were lifted, restaurant owners expected some customers to return in person while still following safety measures. However, most restaurants were still getting more delivery orders than ever.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Restaurant foot traffic is down, and restaurant brands of all sizes have been forced to pivot and leverage digital tools, third-party delivery, and storefront partners to capture demand any way they can. For customers, QR codes could not be easier. Increase Customer Confidence and Safety. Enable Touchless Capabilities.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2022

But restaurants face a fine balance in increasing costs, as customers are also impacted by the realities of inflation. These numbers may be troubling, but to address these issues, restaurants must focus on providing the best service they can within their budgets. Adopt In-House Technology to Improve Service and Reduce Errors.

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Deliverect

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

The past year has been all about true food experiences, with people - both at home and in a brick-and-mortar restaurant - looking for an unforgettable dining experience which involves both tasty, good-looking food and a unique atmosphere. But what will 2020 bring? Veganism is still on the menu. The era of locavores. Street food.

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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. Full-Service Restaurants Hit Hardest by the Crisis. Engaging Customers During COVID-19.

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EATER

JANUARY 21, 2021

It’s probably not Uber Eats, Postmates, or Grubhub 2020 was an undeniably big year for food delivery. Benefitting the most from this disruption to an already broken food supply chain are third-party delivery apps, such as UberEats, Grubhub, and DoorDash. When did delivery apps get so powerful?

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Indeed, we’ve entered a new era of customer habits –– much of it catalyzed by the pandemic, but some of which was already beginning to take shape even prior. 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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 16, 2022

Reports show that 81 percent of fine dining establishments, 78 percent of family restaurants, and 77 percent of fast-casual spots added curbside pickup, pivoting away from dine-in services after March 2020. On top of that, nearly half of all restaurants offered delivery services during the pandemic.

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Open for Business

MAY 9, 2023

Third-party delivery is booming like never before. In 2020, third-party delivery exploded because it gave restaurants a vital revenue stream during the pandemic. But even now that guests have long since returned to on-premise dining, demand for delivery remains high and shows no signs of going anywhere. billion by 2027.

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Future Food

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Trends that will shape the future of your food and hospitality projects for 2020. Trends are no longer limited to the cuisines on offer or the style of service. The ‘whole experience’ is what matters. Customers have feelings, opinions and are savvy when it comes to choosing where to spend their money.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

2020 State of the Restaurant Industry. The National Restaurant Association released its 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry Report which examines key factors impacting the restaurant industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends across segments from quickservice to fine dining.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The ideal customer for your business is the one who comes back time and time again. When it comes to getting people in the door, it’s always easier to get someone back then to find brand-new customers. Retaining an existing customer is five times cheaper than acquiring a fresh face. How to measure customer retention.

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Rocket Fuel

MARCH 19, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS– March 19, 2024 – Investments in mobile apps and in-store kiosks continue to drive demand among quick-service restaurants (QSRs), with growth in third-party delivery showing no signs of slowing down, according to Delaget ’s annual QSR Operational Index report. percent year over year. Mobile app sales are up 57.2

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2021

There is no doubt that 2020 was a transformative year for the restaurant industry. It quickly became obvious that the brands best able to respond to the challenges posed by COVID restrictions and customer behavior changes were those with a strong digital foundation. Delivery Reimagined. Data-Driven Personalization.

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Deliverect

JANUARY 18, 2021

2020 was a huge year for off-premise dining. For some that meant stepping up their already hot delivery game using the latest tech. But for many full-service restaurants, bars, and other venues that are all about the in-house experience, that meant getting more creative. 2020 made restaurants rethink off-premise strategy.

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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. Prioritize Digital Experiences. For some customers, digital touchpoints may be the only ones they have with your brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2023

Half of customers felt manipulated or tricked into leaving a tip at checkout, according to Capterra ’s June 2023 survey, which was conducted to learn more about how the overuse of tablet tip screens is changing the way consumers approach tipping culture. When did tech tipping “tip the scales” into aggravating customers?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 5, 2022

As per a recently published report by Future Market insights, the Takeaway and Delivery Food market is going to witness accelerated demand in the coming years with online food platforms. As restaurants shuttered across the world due to the pandemic in 2020, deliveries and takeout orders soared.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Teams are able to increase tips and revenue without burnout, all while creating a positive customer experience. Technology also allows for seamless delivery operations during colder months. We at Bbot predict that, without a stronger change towards how we think about service and employment, this dry spell will become the norm.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Though many of the market forces that shaped the restaurant industry in 2021 were closely linked to disruption from the pandemic's onset in 2020, 2022 brings new challenges — and opportunities. Menu variety plays a substantial role in every dining experience. Simplified Menus. Health-Conscious Food Will Dominate Menus.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Restaurant operators are now looking for solutions to retain customers as colder weather and economic conditions threaten their bottom line. Customers now expect more than a simple rewards program or general mailing list. Enhancing the In-Person Experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2021

“While this 2020 required us to pivot, we’ve been able to stay focused on maintaining our position as the fastest growing fast casual brand,” said Swenson, who joined Dave’s Hot Chicken at the tail-end of 2019. Good 2020 for Mountain Mike's. ” Naf Naf Expands in Dallas Area. . Army Officer.

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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. This allows for brands to have a direct relationship with customers, and in turn, create more personalized, frictionless engagements.

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