SpotOn

MARCH 19, 2024

March 19, 2024 —  SpotOn , the top-rated software and payments partner for restaurants and small businesses, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the Most Innovative Companies for 2024. SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

The year 2024 promises a journey of adaptation and fierce competition for the restaurant industry as it manages stronger-than-expected economic data and slowing inflation while dealing with the headwinds of short labor supply, more demanding customers and an uncertain political environment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 4, 2023

As a result, they are looking for ways to better optimize their labor operations while also maximizing business opportunities. When coupled with automated scheduling, this innovative technology can help restaurants create optimized schedules that meet their business needs, while also supporting employee preferences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. This will enable brands to better manage off-premises orders and balance their hybrid operating models. Operations will continue to be simplified despite digital experiences expansion.

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Crunchtime

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

FSTEC, the annual conference “where restaurants and tech connect,” is coming up in Dallas, Texas. With over 70 speakers from across the industry, the event is sure to deliver countless valuable insights into what technology trends restaurants will be adopting in the near future to promote brand success.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In 2023, the restaurant industry experienced a remarkable transformation, driven by the rapid integration of advanced technologies. This helped them improve customer relationships, loyalty, satisfaction, and retention. These innovations were pivotal in safeguarding the safety of customers and foods.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2024

There is an opportunity for QSRs to attract new customers by integrating bold, exotic flavors and ethnic cuisines into LTOs and menus. This is coupled with the global ethnic food market projected to grow by approximately eight percent from 2023 to 2023. Does this trend have staying power?

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EATER

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Operating and working in the hospitality industry has perhaps never been harder, but these bars, restaurants, pop-ups, and roving trucks are finding creative ways to bring innovative flavors and experiences to their audiences. Join Eater in celebrating the 2023 Eater Awards winners.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2024

In fact, 45 percent of restaurant operators expect competition to be more intense than last year. Bank of America suggests that technological innovation is the real game-changer , and it could have a big impact on the overall bottom line for restaurants in 2024. Moving to Multichannel Dining Experiences Dining out is… back?

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 17, 2023

On 16 & 17 March 2023, Producer & Roaster Forum (PRF) took place in El Salvador for the second time. And with PRF set to return to the Plaza Mayor venue in Medellín, Colombia on 14 & 15 September 2023, thousands of visitors are once again expected to attend this year’s forum – so support from volunteers is essential.

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The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 29, 2023

In 2023, the restaurant industry faced challenges and opportunities in the lingering aftermath of the COVID crisis, with the impact further shaped by emerging 2023 food trends. The good news is people were eager to go back to restaurants and experience the flavors and freedom of dining out again. Eat’s a New Day!

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The dining landscape is shifting, driven by Gen Z's (currently 11- to 26-year-olds) quest for “genuine” culinary experiences over the conventional allure of "the best" restaurants. They research, investigate and seek out experiences – especially when it comes to restaurants.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JANUARY 13, 2023

Carroll has 25 years’ experience working in the retail, foodservice, and out-of-home sectors, and will initially focus on expanding Oatly’s foodservice and OOH partnerships. Sigep 2023 to host seven Italian National Coffee Championships from 21 to 25 January. Dutch Bros projects total 2023 revenue to be US $1 billion.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2024

Ninety-four percent of operators are planning some form of expansion and more than half of the 600 U.S Additionally, the report found that AI is already part of mainstream restaurant operations as 89 percent of operators surveyed are already using it in their restaurants in some way. What results did you find surprising and why?

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2023

However, given the current circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, economic instability and impending recession in 2023 , traditional norms are shattered. The Future of Payments Payment option variety is changing the dining experience in unthinkable ways. Gone are the days of cash-only transactions.

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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. Among the key findings in the report: Third-party delivery is up 29.8

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Open for Business

MAY 19, 2023

No one would have guessed that so many people would be working remotely in 2023, or that TikTok would become the next social media powerhouse. Digital ordering has been a game changer, and the latest trends for 2023 could change how hospitality businesses operate even more.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 8, 2022

The increased challenges and stress of the holiday season often reveal pinch points in bar and restaurant operations. New technology innovations now being introduced into the hospitality industry are designed to level out those pinch points. Design Your Holiday Customer Experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. The artistry of chefs and the creativity of restaurateurs will continue to be at the forefront, while these tools become operational enhancers.

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Chowly

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Overview In 2023, small restaurant owners faced challenges but stayed strong, supported by loyal customers and robust spending. The restaurant industry’s optimism rests on customer loyalty, with 9 in 10 consumers considering dining out an essential lifestyle choice. Job opportunities expanded, with over 2.6

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

A new normal has evolved in the restaurant industry: Digital delivery sales are expected to grow at a compound annual rate of over 22 percent through 2023 , according to L.E.K. If equipment isn’t working properly, you run the risk of disappointed customers and a loss of sales. Consulting. Asset Tracking Software.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. 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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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 12, 2023

The 2023 WAC finals will take place immediately after this year’s Australian AeroPress Championship, which will be hosted by Fieldwork Coffee. points at 2023 Best of Ka‘ū competition. points at 2023 Best of Ka‘ū competition. ZHAW Coffee Excellence Centre opens applications for 2023 Certificate of Advanced Studies.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Increased employee engagement and productivity: Less time spent haggling, arguing, and pleading about shifts that they can’t cover is more time spent focused on productive and customer-facing work. Some quick-service chains, including Chick-fil-A, have crossed a tipping point, with more than half their sales coming via digital orders in 2023.

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Apicbase

JANUARY 13, 2023

The F&B industry grew in 2022… and it will keep growing in 2023. It highlights those shifts so that you can prepare your operation for success without being blindsided by pitfalls and emerging trends. They could help guide your decisions in what is shaping up to be a very uncertain time for restaurant operators.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Over the past year, brands modified expansion strategies, leaned into new technologies and chose to invest more into their employees to keep up with trends, improve operations, win over customers and embrace company culture. If 2022 made one thing clear, it’s that consumers want a digital experience.

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Lavu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

According to the National Restaurant Association 2023 Restaurant Industry Forecast , 9 in 10 restaurants are experiencing staffing shortages. This statistic is based on a survey of restaurant operators conducted in January 2023. The restaurant labor shortage has had significant impacts on restaurant operations.

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Qu

MARCH 16, 2023

And what they are saying is this: 2023 will be the year of driving smarter efficiencies and reducing technology proliferation through the use of more unified systems. Our survey participants represent 135 respondents from 85 brands that operate over 37,000 locations in the United States. Let’s take a look.

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Qu

MARCH 31, 2023

Restaurant leaders today find themselves in a rush to optimize every individual part of their operations while overcoming cost pressures, supply chain challenges, and technology proliferation. That’s why we’re dubbing 2023 The Year of Efficiency. 1) More predictable digital sales will enable operational efficiency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The rewards could be sweet; Mastercard’s Spending Pulse report projects that 2023 holiday spending at restaurants will be 5.4 Those who provide a superlative experience to their diners. This lets restaurant operators preempt risks, tune up operations, offer a better dining environment, and make every experience a 10 out of 10.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2023

Technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) can help them maximize 2023 financials by: Offering a better experience to diners and employees Increasing efficiencies and lowering expenses These technologies empower restaurants in various ways—from automating tasks to identifying emerging risks.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

“After 36+ years of serving innovative, California inspired cuisine, we are proud to have built an incredibly loyal and supportive CPK guest community, so we wanted to do something to show our appreciation as we kick off the new year,” said Ashley Ceraolo, SVP of Marketing at California Pizza Kitchen. ” The Royal Silencer.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

Experiential dining, plant-based menus and sustainability were hot topics in the Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) 2023 Trends Report. Among the findings: Casual experiential dining appeals on many fronts to consumers of varying ages in different parts of the country looking for affordable culinary experiences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

In a State of the Restaurant industry report, the Natiional Restaurant Association sees a return to normal with predicted sales growth in 2023. The report is an authoritative look at the industry and its opportunities based on a range of national surveys of restaurant owners, operators, chefs, and consumers. million by the end of 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2023

As restaurants work overtime to deal with soaring costs, ongoing labor shortages and growing economic uncertainty, many are pushing the limits of what used to be their competitive space to extend their brand and get in front of new potential customers. through ghost-kitchen operator ChefSuite. And why not?

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7 Shifts

APRIL 3, 2023

Restaurants can operate while paying staff a sub-minimum wage of just $2.13 an hour, leaving the rest of an employee's compensation up to the good will of customers in the form of tips. But in order to break free from tipping, it's going to take a bevy of restaurant operators willing to stick their neck out and make a change.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2024

Q4 Restaurant Trends Toast released its Q4 2023 Restaurant Trends report that examined catering activity around the holidays, large events, cold-weather food and alcohol preferences, and weekly tipping trends. Among the highlights: On or Off Prem Same-store catering transactions increased +71 percent in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022.

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