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COVID-19-Related Government Budget Deficits May Spur Aggressive Payroll and Sales Tax Audits 

Modern Restaurant Management

Less revenue for businesses and income for individuals means less tax dollars for federal and state governments. Although the IRS and state taxing authorities have initially slowed their pace of audit activity to protect the health and safety of their own employees during these turbulent times, this is only temporary.

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Latest Government Grants for Restaurants, Cafes & Hospitality

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With the ongoing pandemic, there have been regular grants and subsidies offered by the states, Commonwealth and local government. For successful applications, accurate and up-to-date financial information is essential, and audits are not uncommon. Make use of this guide on applications >> How to Apply for (and Win) Government Grants.

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Franchise Compliance Guide: Laws + Agreements

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Because these (dis)agreements were a result of a dispute between two parties rather than a government-imposed rule, they would need to be arbitrated in a potentially lengthy and costly legal battle. Location Audits. To be considerate, it's recommended to give franchisees a brief heads up about the audit before formally conducting it.

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Restaurants’ New Brand Challenge: Delivering a Consistent Customer Experience in an Inconsistent World 

Modern Restaurant Management

Standard operations and the consumer experience have been dramatically changed by the pandemic, and both government and brand regulations are still in play. That approach begins with the judicious application of data from brand compliance audits. Why Franchises Are Digitizing Brand Audits. Getting the Most Out of Brand Audits.

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Coffee News Recap, 2 Sep: Ethiopian government reports US $1.4 billion earnings from 2021/22 coffee exports, volumes of sustainably-sourced green coffee increased by 29% in 2021 & other stories

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Ethiopian government reports US $1.4 The government estimates that revenue from coffee exports could increase further in 2022/23 as coffee prices remain high. The federation is calling for the Colombian government to reconsider some of the proposed tax reforms, including implementing differentiated tax percentages for rural workers.

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Inflation Is Impacting The Restaurant Industry. Here’s How To Fight It.

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We also wanted to see if the inflation concerns many are expressing are showing in restaurants as large flows of government stimulus are distributed. Do an audit on your menu, and check individual item sales. Has the price of going to a restaurant increased? To answer this question, we compared 2019 vs 2021 restaurant receipts.

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Are EV Charging Stations Worth the Investment?

Modern Restaurant Management

Additionally, growing numbers of new EV models – and government sales incentives – are sparking consumer interest. Elevate inspections and audits. Instead, rely on integrated tech tools for easier, faster, and more accurate inspections and audits. Experts predict that the EV market will more than double by 2027.

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