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Franchise Portfolio Diversification: Trends Taking Shape in 2022

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From full service to fast-casual to legacy fast-food brands, the one constant was disruption. Many brands were able to turn a profit from the lockdowns and social distancing orders by shifting operations toward drive-thru, delivery, pick-up, and curbside models. Just as one issue seemed fixed, another presents itself.

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How Does a Single-Location Independent Operator Restaurant Compete with Chain Franchises?

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Even in the best of times, it’s mostly been an uphill battle for single location restaurants to compete with chain franchises. Text and online ordering and self-service kiosks enabled with contactless payments became mainstays in franchises. Diners became familiar with accessing menus via QR codes. Marketing.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Franchising for Heroes and Shaq-a-Roni for Charity

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MRM's Franchise Feed provides the latest news in restaurant and MUFSO franchising. Specifically, AAG is being recognized for its overall commitment to brand success, operational excellence, guest service and community involvement. Franchising for Heroes. AAG Named Franchisee of the Year.

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10 Tips To Make Your Franchise Feel Local

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Many people make the mistaken assumption that franchises are not local businesses. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make your franchise restaurant a mainstay of your community. Unfortunately, many people do not equate a franchise with a locally owned business. by the end of 2022. Create a team atmosphere.

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MRM Research Roundup: 2022 Restaurant Trends

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The pandemic has permanently altered the consumer-restaurant relationship with operators investing in technology and real estate to align with changing consumer preferences, according to the 2021 Restaurant Franchise Pulse survey, conducted by TD Bank. Operator optimism and investment fuels future credit needs.

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Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Invest in a Restaurant Franchise

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But why exactly is now the perfect time to invest in a restaurant franchise? At the start of 2020, starting a restaurant business or franchise would have seemed like something of a no-brainer. Franchises Can Be Flexible. The Pre-Covid Restaurant Sector Was Thriving. Government Incentives.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Church’s Goes Hybrid and Curry Up Incentives Now

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MRM Franchise Feed features news about the restaurant franchise (MUFSO) landscape. The new model will launch in 2022 and enables the company to advance work-life-balance for employees, while enhancing the workability and connectivity of the Restaurant Support Center teams. KFC Foundation Launches MyChange.

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