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Cracking the Egg Crisis: Understanding Rising Prices, Supply Chain Solutions, and Strategies for Producers

Modern Restaurant Management

Prices have surged to unprecedented levels, driven by a combination of disease outbreaks, increased production costs, and regulatory changes. Understanding the factors behind rising egg prices and implementing strategic solutions is critical for navigating this volatile landscape. Since the outbreak began in 2022, the U.S.

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Customer Experience in the Restaurant Industry: Reflections and Predictions through an AI Lens

Modern Restaurant Management

2024 was a year of experimentation with AI, with restaurants testing it on customer-facing interactions, like AI drive-thru ordering, with varying degrees of success. In 2024, food prices have been high and consumer spending has been stretched thin, making it even more difficult for restaurants to attract new customers.

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Waffle House lifts 50-cent egg surcharge as prices fall

Restaurant Business

02, 2025 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Wholesale egg prices have fallen 67% since their March peak. The 2,000-unit breakfast chain on Monday announced that it has lifted its 50-cent per-egg surcharge, which it instituted in February to help manage sky-high egg prices. By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. Thanks for understanding!” Sign up here.

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Dynamic Pricing in Fast Food: Profit-Driver or Diner Turnoff?

Modern Restaurant Management

Faced with rising labor costs and increasingly price-sensitive customers, restaurant brands are exploring new ways to balance profitability with consumer expectations. One of the most debated strategies is dynamic pricing, which adjusts based on demand and other variables. They were asked to place an order from an online restaurant.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. 📆 September 18th, 2024 at 9:30 AM PDT, 12:30 PM EDT, 5:30 PM BST

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Restaurant Workforce Research: Reflecting on 2024 and Optimizing for 2025

Modern Restaurant Management

Here’s a look at some of the key findings so you can reflect on 2024 and prepare for maximum growth in 2025. percent in 2024 and added 210,300 jobs, a standout category led the pack. Despite ongoing challenges in 2024, 67 percent of restaurant managers are optimistic about what 2025 holds for the industry.

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Five Predictions for 2025 (and How to Prepare)

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2024, restaurant traffic slowed while price sensitivity grew. Moreover, three out of four respondents believe restaurant prices are higher and high prices are the primary reason for cutting back on restaurant spending. Sustained loyalty is the goal in this highly competitive, price-driven market. What is value?

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2024 Restaurant Spending Trends to Stay Ahead of the Curve

As we head into 2024, price-related issues are still top-of-mind for restaurant customers after the inflation boom earlier this year. How do you stay on top of what your customers are expecting when they step through your doors? Do you know what’s on their mind?