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Ready To Sell? Maybe You Should Be

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2018, I opened a self-serve tap house and sports bar called Auggie’s Draft Room. It’s probably not what you think, and it might even be easier than what you’re doing now. Every story deserves an unforgettable ending. Of all the concepts I’ve brought to life, this one stands out as my most successful.

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How Thai District Boosted Direct Sales to $300,000 Annually While Growing Their Customer Loyalty

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As a full-service restaurant in downtown Long Beach, they focused primarily on in-house dining, with little emphasis on takeout or delivery options. Thai District is a full-service Thai restaurant located in the Art District of Long Beach, California. And I was like, ‘Well, we’re kind of busy and it’s not easy.’

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Restaurant Marketing in the Coronavirus Era

Modern Restaurant Management

Download the full guide, "Coronavirus Era: 13 Restaurant Marketing Ideas" here. As one way to help restaurants navigate this uncertain time, our team has created a short e-Book with marketing tips for restaurants. Among the highlights: Pickup Incentives. Prompt Future Visits. Kids Eat Free. Bulk Is Best. No Contact.

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Four Ways to Streamline Reopening Procedures for Restaurants

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Undoubtedly, most restaurant owners are eager to flip their closed signs and to welcome back their beloved patrons. Common sanitation precautions being taken include lowered occupancy limits, mask requirements, and in-house social distancing. Though a handful of U.S. However, it won’t be business as usual. Employee well-being.

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Digital Transformation in the Restaurant Industry

The list goes on well beyond the restaurant back of house or food and beverage related challenges. Advanced analytics and forecasting. automated procurement. you name it, tech companies (like Apicbase) are already working on it. Think, a 25-75% reduction in food waste that translates to millions of dollars in savings.

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Building a Winning CMO-CFO Relationship with Better Marketing Data

Modern Restaurant Management

I have no idea what a content house even is, and even if I did, I would only give you that money if you could prove upfront what the ROI would be.” So we went back to the drawing board as marketers to toy with the algorithm, and voila, an additional four percent. You know, the usual in 2021. We can’t afford all that!

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The Restaurant Operator’s Guide to Restaurant Apps in 2025

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The restaurant industry is going mobile, and restaurant apps are at the center of this transformation. If your business isnt keeping up with the changes, you risk falling behind and not meeting modern customer expectations. Diners want the convenience of ordering, booking, and engaging with their favorite restaurants straight from their phones.

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