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2023 Restaurant Technology Trends: Consolidation, Experience, and Fees

Modern Restaurant Management

Closures, supply chain problems, labor shortages, technology, and inflation are just a few of the challenges operators have faced in recent years. I see a few things on the horizon as part of the ongoing evolution of the relationship between restaurants and technology. If it helps you scale, it might be a good solution for some brands.”

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Why Restaurants Should Prioritize Technology In 2023 Budgets

Modern Restaurant Management

For many, that solution lies in technology such as self-service kiosks, QR codes, and online ordering. Come 2023, it will be increasingly important for restaurants to factor technology into their budgets to adapt to the changing economic landscape and better meet consumer demand.

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Great Expectations as Customers Show Increased Appetite for Swift Service and Customization

Modern Restaurant Management

Globally, restaurants saw a notable shift in customer expectations and behavior during this time. Interestingly, 55 percent of consumers now consider takeout and delivery essential, according to NRA's 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry Report. But with the growth in off-premise dining comes extra pressure for businesses.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. In 2023, we can anticipate businesses really focusing in on value and doing what they can to attract and retain both employees and guests. For part one, click here.

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On the Road to Relief: Restaurant Trends and Opportunities to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

According to September 2023 numbers from the National Restaurant Association , 49 percent of restaurants reported year-over-year increases in same-store sales. economy demonstrated resilience in 2023—with GDP, employment rates and consumer spending remaining relatively stable or even growing. Coffee in 2023.

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2023 Reflections: The Year That Was in Restaurants, Part Three

Modern Restaurant Management

Savvy food and beverage professionals are recognizing the craft beverage category as a gateway to loyal, higher-value customers. Creators entering more fully into the on-premise business model are becoming better partners for their B2B customers.

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Future Tech in 2023

Modern Restaurant Management

fewer employees in the back-of-house – something that’s making meeting customer service expectations and revenue targets almost impossible (Black Box Intelligence, 2021). Our technology streamlines operations, provides a better customer experience and establishes an overall improvement and stability to the business.

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