Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

Early in the pandemic, 72 percent of operators invested in delivery and mobile/online ordering to boost revenue during mandated stay-at-home orders according to TD's 2020 survey, and it appears the popularity of these offerings is here to stay. Investment in delivery and mobile ordering pays off.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

Additional funding has been allocated for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP ). For more information, visit: sba.gov/paycheckprotection. According to Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Jovita Carranza and U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven T. “The PPP has supported more than 1.66

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Every restaurant has been forced to adapt their operations in order to survive and ultimately grow for the future. Every restaurant has been forced to adapt their operations in order to survive and ultimately grow for the future. As the Head of U.S. What support is available for New York restaurants 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Given the increase in off-premise, we expect to see more drive-thru’s similar in format to Checkers & Rally’s iconic double drive-thru model, which dedicates one lane to traditional consumer drive-thru service and one to e-commerce only, including pre-paid digital orders for pickup and third party-delivery orders.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

Forty percent of those surveyed in the US and 39 percent in the UK said they would feel safer if they could view the menu from their mobile device, while 35 percent in the US versus 31 percent in the UK would like to be able to pay in the same manner. COVID-19 Consumer Dining Trends. Mixed take-out bag.

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Open for Business

MAY 19, 2023

And showing that you’re aware of the latest trends can attract new guests, build loyalty, and raise your profile. Digital ordering has been a game changer, and the latest trends for 2023 could change how hospitality businesses operate even more. But the latest advances offer solutions for back of house too.

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Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

A 2022 Deloitte Study found that consumers spend an incredible 20% more when ordering through technology like tableside ordering , online menus, and handheld POS devices. Implementing QR code ordering is one of the fastest ways to quickly implement digital ordering. Make it clear, easy to read, and mobile-device friendly.

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Foodable

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

With commentary from Brian Whitney, the vice president of sales for Appetize, this session is a deep dive into best mobile ordering practices from an operations standpoint. Episode Takeaways: Mobile ordering has become the preferred self-ordering method for consumers. Last month, Foodable.IO

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BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 13, 2021

A POS targets pinpointed messages that match customer interests, thus aiding marketing initiatives, including gift cards and loyalty programs. POS hardware examples include: A mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet, and any proprietary hardware options. Types of Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems. Different Types of POS Systems.

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Lavu

JANUARY 31, 2020

Today, we share the top four reservation and table management apps for restaurants and bars. The company offers a built-in social media feature so restaurants can expand their reach outside their usual network (for free) and a built-in loyalty program to draw them back. . Loyalty Program .

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Lavu

MAY 27, 2020

Khatri, CEO of Lavu and MenuDrive, wrote that the National Restaurant Association 2019 State of the Industry report indicated that nearly half of adults were more likely to order food delivery online than just two years prior. He knew that online ordering would be increasingly important to a restaurant’s success as this trend continued.

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Deliverect

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Pick the right one and you can streamline all your restaurant operations, from orders and payments to staff and inventory management. Founded in 2005 with headquarters in Canada, Lightspeed is a cloud-based point of sale system for restaurants and bars of all sizes. But with so many providers out there, how do you decide?

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Lavu

MARCH 27, 2020

They can do anything from ensuring order accuracy to accepting payments and even performing payroll and accounting for you. Think of them as the real-life version of those house robots from ’80s movies. There’s a reason there are millions of food photos on Instagram and just a few thousand of point of sale systems (POS).

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Apart from accepting cash and card payments, mobile payments have grown to be the next big thing. What is Mobile Payment? Mobile payment is a form of payment that allows users to use their smartphones as digital wallets. Why is Mobile Payment Important? Therefore, they always have access to their mobile wallets. .

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BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Quality restaurant and bar point of sale (POS) systems help boost restaurant business efficiency for any restaurant business type. Quality restaurant and bar point of sale (POS) systems help boost restaurant business efficiency for any restaurant business type. Gift card and loyalty program capabilities keeps customers coming back.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 20, 2021

restaurant industry has shown remarkable resiliency, having lost as much as 35 percent of visits at the beginning of the pandemic, but still has a ways to go to get back to pre-pandemic levels, reports The NPD Group. How is the US On Premise shaping up as it continues its journey back from COVID-19 disruption? foodservice industry.

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Mad Mobile

MAY 22, 2024

In the past, a wallet full of coffee shop punch cards was as close as most people got to restaurant loyalty programs. It’s up to bars and restaurants to embrace modern loyalty strategies in order to attract and retain these customers. The fear of missing out, also known as FOMO, is a great motivator.

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Mad Mobile

MARCH 1, 2024

From server robots to ordering kiosks in fast food establishments, it seems like there’s always a new gimmick trying to get your attention. But data shows that it’s more than just about the flashy toys. In the first model, customers have access to kiosks or tablets at the table and can place orders and payout at their convenience.

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Focus POS

JUNE 17, 2019

It improves customer service by providing faster, more efficient transactions (and additional transaction types, such as self-service or online ordering) and engages customers on a deeper level through gift card implementation and loyalty programs. Restaurant Point of Sale Software. Benefits of Restaurant Point of Sale Software.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

QDOBA Mexican Eats® introduced new restaurant formats, top photo, that feature buildouts including mobile-order drive-thrus, walk-up windows, mobile-order pick-up lockers, dedicated curbside pick-up areas, ghost kitchens, and concepts with updated outdoor seating. designed with high-rent urban areas in mind.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2021

This program, piloted last year, is designed to help KFC team members build short-term savings and create lasting savings behaviors. “This program is a way to empower and equip restaurant employees with tools and resources to help them succeed and achieve their goals. . To be able to offer these types of resources means a lot.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

“We have a guiding principle to do both well and good, and I believe one of the reasons our brand is able to remain successful during these challenging times is by giving back to the communities we serve,” said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

After that, the most popular back-office technologies were accounting software (55%), mobile payments (52%), and third-party food delivery services (51%). With dedicated (mobile-friendly) software, all communication gets centralized.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. More Tropical in Colorado. Tropical Smoothie Cafe signed two multi-unit franchise agreements to develop 38 new cafes across the state of Colorado, including a 27-unit deal and an 11-unit deal.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

TouchBistro acquired Boston-based TableUp, a provider of loyalty and marketing solutions for the restaurant industry. and will enable TouchBistro to fully integrate customer loyalty and guest marketing into its all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) and restaurant management platform. TouchBistro Acquires TableUp.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Guests will expect to know every aspect of sourcing and meal preparation, which will disrupt traditional back-of-house systems with technology that connects the farm to the food. We’re seeing massive disruption to front-of-house systems, too, delivering personalized guest experiences from order to payment to final delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

This edition of MRM News Bites features a double dose from US Foods, SpotOn Transact, DoorDash Kitchens, Virtual Restaurant Consulting, Tripleseat and Gather, wagamama, Toast, The Gluten Intolerance Group, Instawork and StaffMate Online, Procurant and Yellofin, Sift, 7shifts, ParTech, Revel Systems and Como, Kabbage, Bluecrew and Cuboh.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

More than half of survey respondents said they will order more than usual, with only one in 10 saying less than usual. Followed (not surprisingly) by restaurants and delivery drivers following proper safety protocols, price, and ease of ordering from the restaurant. How Comfortable are Diners? Primary reasons for dining out less.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

71% of restaurant customers prefer to order food delivery directly from the restaurant rather than using third-party apps. 85% of operators use POS data to engage with customers via text or email, while 60% use it for their loyalty programs. At first glance, some stats might seem to contradict each other. Let’s dig in.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

This will enable brands to better manage off-premises orders and balance their hybrid operating models. As mentioned before, this expands the need for loyalty programs, and also demands an agile technology stack that can go where customers are, as well as bring customers in.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

We have historically and continue to offer competitive pay, thorough training programs, flexible hours and a fun work environment so that we can continue to staff our locations as we grow. Smart Bar USA Founder Barry Fieldman. A drop in employee retention & difficulty in hiring.

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BNG Point of Sale

APRIL 22, 2020

Handheld POS Systems Are A Popular Option For Mobile Businesses, Learn More About How They Work. Own a restaurant that requires a mobile point of sale system? Curious what value they can bring to your mobile business? The investment in a good handheld POS System to improve your mobile business is one without regrets.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

With thousands of restaurants forced to close their dining rooms, and millions of Americans facing sudden unemployment, GroupRaise saw an opportunity to mobilize its 10,000+ restaurant partners along with their communities to offer those who are able a chance to support both local business and food distribution to at-risk families.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2020

Restaurant employees can apply online to receive a one-time, $500 check to use toward bills, including housing, transportation, utilities, childcare, groceries, medical bills and/or student loans. The Foundation will administer the grants, offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Live in the U.S., an overseas U.S. state or territory.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Everyday more and more people are using their phones and other devices to order food for delivery or pick-up. Their setup, layout and location [lean, focussed and near the target audience] make them better suited to handle online orders. Are they still the back alley operation they used to be? We wouldn’t either.

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Lavu

MARCH 11, 2020

The restaurant industry has been evolving consistently over the years. From the introduction of point of sale (POS) systems to accounting systems, technology is changing the ways restaurants operate today. Some of the practices that used to be acceptable a few years ago are no longer the norm. . You may also be unsure where to start.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature a webinar that looks into the future of restaurants, face pay, delivery robots, drone delivery and a new venture for MRM. The Main Course. "We always viewed a podcast as a natural extension of the MRM brand," said Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia. "When Restaurant of the Future Panel.

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