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Industry Report: Restaurants face staffing challenges, old and new in 2023

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The shrunken labor pool inflation, turnover, and technology, all make up the stew that operating a restaurant is in 2023. But those who are qualified to speak on the subject are the ones doing the work day in and day out trying to untangle the web that is restaurant management in 2023 and beyond.

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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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2023 Restaurant Technology Trends: Consolidation, Experience, and Fees

Modern Restaurant Management

Here are six things I see coming in 2023: Labor pressure is easing, but operators are still looking for labor management. An increasing number of brands are launching apps, and incentivizing customers to order through them. As automation evolves in the coming year, I see more operators getting on board to manage food and labor costs.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

These craft consumers want the full on-premise experience and are willing to pay for it, which includes variety across all variables (styles, ABV, flavor profiles, serving sizes), knowledgeable servers, food pairings and the right glassware/temperature for the beverage, among other things.

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Why Restaurants Should Prioritize Technology In 2023 Budgets

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

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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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Future Tech in 2023

Modern Restaurant Management

We’re also seeing changes in front-of-house and drive-thrus with more sophisticated kiosks that can make fresh food or take your order respectively, with just the touch of a button. Where do you see the most potential for robotic use in 2023? In 2023, restaurants will focus on scaling and adoption.

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