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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

Modern Restaurant Management

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

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant operators have faced stiff headwinds since 2020, with a near-constant swirl of inflation, supply chain and labor challenges. But if last year was any indicator, restaurant operators are on the road to relief in 2024. In 2024, we expect these trends to shape the restaurant sector. Coffee in 2023.

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Your Guide to the 2024 National Restaurant Association Show

SpotOn

If you work in the food service industry, the National Restaurant Association Show is the place to be. The 2024 National Restaurant Association Show is at McCormick Place , 2301 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL  60616 , Saturday, May 18, 2024 – Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Gordon Food Service, Katom Restaurant Supply Inc.,

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2024 AI Predictions for Restaurants: What to Expect in the New Year Ahead

Modern Restaurant Management

According to Business Insider , 60 percent of restaurants who implemented AI technology say it's critical in improving their supply chain process. The incorporation of AI into point-of-sale systems has streamlined transactions resulting in reduced waiting times and higher customer satisfaction.

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Navigating the Future Plate: 2024 Restaurant and Menu Trends and the Role of Technology

Squirrel Systems

As we settle into 2024, the restaurant industry stands on the cusp of transformative changes, shaped by evolving consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and a relentless pace of technological innovation. Experiential Dining The dining experience is becoming as important as the food itself.

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Restaurants Can Score Big for the Super Bowl

Modern Restaurant Management

Play The Field : Some Super Bowl viewers prefer to watch the game in the comfort of their own homes, but that doesn’t mean you should lose out on sales. Each year, it is estimated that about 1 billion chicken wings are eaten on Super Bowl Sunday, so operators must keep a large supply of wings on hand for those hungry football fans.

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5 ways to improve your quick-service restaurant’s speed of service in 2024

Rocket Fuel

Most often measured by fast food—or QSR (Quick Service Restaurant)—restaurants with drive-thrus to measure the time it takes from ordering to receiving their food. Most often measured by fast food—or QSR (Quick Service Restaurant)—restaurants with drive-thrus to measure the time it takes from ordering to receiving their food.

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