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Are airlines starting to offer better coffee?

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However, it’s undeniable that convenience has historically been a priority for airline coffee, with quality and taste generally taking a back seat. In recent years, a growing number of airlines have begun to invest in the coffee they serve to their customers, both in terms of sustainability and quality.

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Inspiring! 3 Restaurants Show How they Adapted During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Drag queens Zarah , Kai Lee Mykels , and Jessica L'Whor star in this Instagram film, which mimics airline safety videos. Unlike dull airline safety videos, however, this video keeps your attention. If you haven’t been out to see us yet, what are you waiting on, Mary?? No mingling with other tables.

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Restaurant Revenue Management: 3 Killer Strategies to Boost Sales

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Restaurant revenue management is defined as selling the right seat to the right customer at the right price and for the right dura­tion."— It was used in the airline and hotel industry to significant effect, with some companies reporting sales increasing of between 2 to 5%. What is Restaurant Revenue Management? A tense atmosphere.

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Five Digitally Disrupted Industries to Study as Restaurants Make the Shift

Modern Restaurant Management

Today we will take a look at how disintermediation of the guest has impacted hotels, airlines, real estate, movies, and consumer packaged goods. In the 1970s, Southwest Airlines sold tickets by phone, at airports, and at their offices to avoid commissions from travel agents and remain competitive with car travel routes.

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Supermarket Food Waste Is a Big Problem. Is Dynamic Pricing the Solution?

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Justin Sullivan/Getty Images According to a new study, grocery stores could keep more food out of landfills, increase profits, and pad customers’ pockets by adopting a practice widely used by airlines, hotels, and other industries This story was originally published on Civil Eats. Picture yourself grocery shopping.

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The Experience Paradox

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and then five minutes later, he storms out because we can’t seat him right away. Here are three actions leaders can take now: Step One: Know Who You Are and Where You Are Going. Recall the 2017 United airlines incident that resulted in a bloodied passenger being forcibly removed from the plane.

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Contactless Gives Guests Control of Their Own Experience

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This includes: Self check-in, table alert, and self-seating to expedite the entry process. Managers will wear smartwatches that provide alerts in real-time from check-in to check-out, allowing expedited service and guest response, and providing the ability to monitor the restaurant flow for a seamless guest experience.