Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 31, 2025

In response to rising food costs, 56 percent of respondents said they planned to increase menu prices, down from 61 percent earlier in the year, and 18 percent said they doubled down on inventory and waste tracking, up two percentage points. Arizona is the most wasteful state in the country, with a top score of 100.00.

2025

Lavu

MARCH 17, 2025

By accurately calculating food costs, restaurant owners can set the right menu prices, reduce waste, and maximize their profits. Reduce Waste : Track daily waste, use FIFO (First In, First Out), and train staff on portion control. Log spoilage through inventory adjustments. Whole Wheat Bun $0.30 Avocado(1/4) $1.20

Food

Lavu

MARCH 13, 2025

By leveraging POS data, restaurants can adjust inventory, staffing, and marketing strategies to maximize profits during busy periods and minimize waste during slow seasons. Plan Inventory : Track sales velocity to stock up on popular items while avoiding overstocking.

POS

Restaurant Business

JUNE 17, 2025

The way Greenlane prices its menu has evolved since the first unit opened in 2023. We have found that, by keeping it in each location, we’re able to have the freshest product possible, as well as being able to manage inventory levels and waste accordingly,” said Kern.

Fast Casual

Lavu

JUNE 30, 2025

Here’s how it can transform your business: Boosts Efficiency: Automates orders, payments, and inventory tracking to reduce errors and save time. Reduces Food Waste: Tracks inventory in real-time, minimizing overstocking and shortages, saving up to 10% of annual revenue. Real-time inventory tracking is another key feature.

POS

Lavu

JULY 4, 2025

But automation doesn’t stop at order management – it also tackles inventory challenges. Smart Inventory Management Smart inventory systems are game-changers for keeping operations running without interruptions. Smart inventory systems provide detailed usage data, which can strengthen supplier negotiations.

2025

Lavu

JULY 18, 2025

In fact, 52% of restaurants were planning to introduce table-side payment solutions in 2023, signaling its growing popularity in the industry. In 2023, 23% of consumers expressed a preference for paying at the table, showing growing familiarity and comfort with this technology. Ease of Implementation in U.S. Training is key to success.

POS

Lavu

AUGUST 8, 2025

Whether you run a quick-service café or a full-service restaurant, switching to an iPad POS system in 2025 can streamline everything from order-taking to inventory management. Actionable insights : Real-time analytics help optimize sales and inventory. Simplified management : Automates inventory tracking and staff scheduling.

POS

Lavu

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Ingredient-Level Inventory Tracking Keeping an eye on ingredients is critical to controlling costs. Systems like Lavu provide detailed tracking for individual toppings and ingredients, helping reduce waste and improve purchasing efficiency. Managers can also access reports, adjust menus, and monitor inventory remotely.

POS

Qu

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Kitchen operations, in particular, frequently lag behind front-of-house innovations, causing issues like over-preparing food, poor inventory management, and struggles to meet high demand during peak hours. Value: By improving kitchen operations, the Production Optimization Board boosts speed of service while cutting down on food waste.

Online Ordering

Lavu

JULY 25, 2025

Syncs Inventory with Sales: Tracks stock in real-time to prevent waste and over-ordering. Synchronizing Inventory and Sales with Smart POS Software When inventory and sales data don’t align, it can result in inaccurate cost calculations and poor purchasing decisions. The results go beyond just better accuracy.

POS

SpotOn

DECEMBER 30, 2024

At the beginning of 2024, the NRA reported that 73% of operators expected profit to be less or the same over the year, with 38% saying they didn't make any profit in 2023. Inventory management software does that for you. So the current average restaurant profit margin is most likely lower today.

Operations

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2025

percent) compared to 2023, while Dunkin’ saw a slight improvement (0.5 billion in 2024, up nearly 10 percent compared to 2023, according to the American Spirits Exports Report released today by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS). Operational issues may threaten Dutch Bros’ ascent. The growth in U.S.

Reservations

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2023

Everything from decreasing food waste to exploring how automation can increase revenue for small business restaurants is related to BOH procedures. So, which back of office trends should restaurant ownership and management be concerned with heading into 2023? Here are some back of office trends to watch for in 2023.

Front of House

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. 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.

2023

EATER

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Dynamic pricing is not new; for decades, the airline, fashion, and hospitality industries have all found that dynamic pricing — the incremental adjustments to prices to reflect inventory, demand, and supply — has helped companies cut waste and save money. All of this food waste — 35 percent of the U.S. A recent study from U.C.

Waste

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. "With consumer behaviors now firmly established around off-premise dining solutions due to the pandemic, off-prem will remain a prevalent option for 2023. For part two, click here.

2023

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.

Technology

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Restaurant365’s State of the Industry Customer Survey shows that 60 percent of surveyed customers plan to expand their businesses in 2023 despite expected increased labor and food costs. Careful forecasting can help improve order accuracy and reduce waste. Cross utilizing menu items helps reduce waste and save money.

Cash Management

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 10, 2024

Statistics from the National Restaurant Association reveal over 87 percent of operators are likely to hire restaurant staff in 2023, provided they can find qualified applicants. percent below pre-pandemic levels as of the start of 2023, resulting in a staggering 450,000 job openings compared to 2019.

Hospitality

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

Technology plays a key role in redefining and enhancing dining experiences Approximately 55 percent of restaurants planned to integrate new technologies in 2023, with 56 percent aiming to automate more online functions in 2024. Focus on Sustainability The impact of food waste is staggering, with U.S.

2024

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Recent findings reveal that researching a new POS for implementation after 2023 is a priority for 43 percent of restaurants , with 29 percent hoping to upgrade their POS for better omnichannel integrations. This shift underscores the evolution of POS systems from mere transactional tools to comprehensive data hubs.

POS

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In 2023, the restaurant industry experienced a remarkable transformation, driven by the rapid integration of advanced technologies. Technology Integration – Restaurants leveraged AI, IoT, 5G, and quantum computing to optimize operations, enhance inventory management, streamline supply chains, improve food safety, and more.

Dietary Restrictions

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

This capability can prove invaluable for refining pricing strategies, optimising ingredient and waste management, and planning forthcoming shifts, among other benefits. Vanilla isn’t for everyone In 2023, marketing took a cue from the ice cream parlor, embracing segmentation with the same precision as a sundae artisan.

2024

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. Environmental Consciousness – Consumer awareness and desire for more sustainable options is encouraging upcycling and waste reduction efforts that are good for business and good for the planet.

2024

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. With BevSpot, restaurants can take inventory “any time, anywhere.”

Management

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. With BevSpot, restaurants can take inventory “any time, anywhere.”

Management

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

million in revenue in 2023 (more than double that of McDonald’s while being open one day less per week). Customers were chosen at random and contacted via email between April 2023 and March 2024 for the restaurant industries and between November 2023 and March 2024 for food delivery.

2024

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. At the upcoming St.

Hospitality

Sling

JULY 24, 2023

In addition, Toast offers products ranging from payroll and tips management to inventory management , email marketing and more. It offers invoice processing, recipe and menu analysis, inventory and food usage tracking, and various other cost management features. To learn more, visit GetSling.com.

2023

Apicbase

JANUARY 13, 2023

The F&B industry grew in 2022… and it will keep growing in 2023. With smart food ordering — meaning leveraging tech for inventory management and vendor selection — operators can cut down on food waste by 80%. Accurate and timely inventory control can boost restaurant profits by 24% annually. Let’s dig in.

2023

The Restaurant Times

JUNE 6, 2023

Restaurant management software revolutionizes food establishments’ operations by providing efficient tools to manage inventory and control costs. With the complexities of running a restaurant, tracking inventory manually can be time-consuming and prone to errors. CAGR from 2023 to 2030.

Inventory

The Restaurant Times

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

But, to give a fresher perspective on your cloud kitchen business model in 2023, we are here with some tips on boosting the profits of an already profitable business establishment. Unified software platforms that often have all these solutions in one can be your best bet in 2023.

2023

Sling

MAY 9, 2023

4) Minimize food waste Minimizing waste is essential because food costs are one of the largest expenses that most restaurants have to contend with. Last Updated: May 2023 This content is for informational purposes and is not intended as legal, tax, HR, or any other professional advice.

Operations

Get Beyond

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This year, Small Business Saturday falls on November 25, 2023. Eye up your inventory You can’t beat all your sales goals if you don’t have the inventory ready. Since you put in all the effort for a special occasion, don’t let that great content go to waste. Are you ready to make the best of this one-day event?

Small Business

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

2023 has been a challenging year for restaurant operators, caught as they were between rising food costs and labour shortages. In a 2023 survey, 29% of operators said they are very likely to open new locations in 2024. Most operators raised their menu prices in 2023, but fewer expect to do so in 2024. million in 2021, to $974.9

2024

Sling

APRIL 27, 2023

These essential activities include everything from scheduling your team , assigning tasks , and managing inventory to controlling labor costs , executing payroll , and complying with labor laws. But it’s about more than just ordering as much inventory as your storage spaces can hold and hoping for the best.

Operations