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How Restaurants Can Remain Competitive in 2021

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We’re not talking about just surviving the pandemic—but thriving through 2021 and beyond, and setting new standards. With mobile ordering, there are no menus to pass out and back around, no germed-up credit cards to swipe, and no cash to handle. The number one thing you need to fix is your website,” says Walchef.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-September 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

Uncovering consumer confidence and preferences in an ever-shifting market as a result of COVID-19 restrictions, Restaurants Canada is shining a light on what restaurateurs and chefs can expect with the release of the 2021 Discerning Diner Report. Sales velocity is now -1 percent vs August 28, 2021. California.

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Ghost Kitchens to Open Up New Avenues for Restaurateurs

Modern Restaurant Management

The reasons for the accelerated growth of this idea, the contribution of POS to these kitchens, the display systems to make the operations easier, and the automated operations used in the inventory as well in the kitchen for easy food management- are some of the ideas that will be discussed in the following paragraphs.

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Seven Restaurant Trends That Will Define 2022

Modern Restaurant Management

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. A short menu can slim down the food costs through streamlined inventory management, as well as reduced food waste. Delivery Options.

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Attention Restaurants: DoorDash Will Eat Your Profits and Loan You Money

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DoorDash Capital is actually a cash advance and a fee, okay? In a FAQ on the company website , DoorDash is very clear that its new financing product is a cash advance, not a traditional loan. Shutterstock. The move comes as no surprise for anyone who’s been watching DoorDash over the last year.

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The 2021 Guide to Restaurant Taxes: Tips and Advice

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Restaurant accounting and tax specialists have navigated many operators through millions of dollars in relief and helped them become cash flow positive through the pandemic. This article will also cover: Important restaurant tax deadlines for 2021 5 steps you need to take to increase cash flow during tax season. May 17, 2021.

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8 Ways to Navigate The Restaurant Staff Shortage

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The 2021 COVID-19 pandemic caused many people to leave the hospitality industry, and many have not returned. Some ways Lavu can help automate tasks and improve efficiency are: Order Management: Lavu provides a user-friendly interface for taking orders, which reduces errors and speeds up the process.