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10 Cash Flow Management Best Practices for Restaurants

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No matter the size of your restaurant, one truth remains: cash flow is king. Restaurant cash flow management is the lifeblood of your business. Yet, while most small business owners know this truth, many still struggle with basic cash flow definitions, fundamentals, and management strategies that actually maximize benefits.

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What Do Guests Think About Dynamic Pricing?

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Dynamic pricing would add friction to the guest experience, according to Capterra’s 2023 Dynamic Pricing in Restaurants. Sixty-five percent of consumers say dynamic pricing would make the decision of where and when to eat more difficult; 63 percent say it would make it harder to budget their restaurant spending.

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TWENTY COMMON MISTAKES INDEPENDENT RESTAURATEURS MAKE

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Again, turn to the National Restaurant Association for guidance. [] PRICING YOUR MENU BY COMPARISON. More often than not – the success of your restaurant begins with effective menu planning, proper pricing, and consistent execution. Every business requires controls in pricing, consistency, quality, and cash handling.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. Consider, for instance, a scenario in which your Point of Sale (POS) system can forecast the popularity of a new dish based on historical customer behaviour.

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Engineered for Success: Boosting Profits through Intelligent Menu Planning

Modern Restaurant Management

In the demanding world of the restaurant industry, success is not solely reliant on exceptional food and service. By understanding customer behavior, strategically placing high-profit items, and incorporating innovative pricing strategies, restaurant owners can transform their menu into an influential factor driving business success.

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Compare: Digital Tip Payouts vs. Cash Tip Payouts in Restaurants

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Restaurant transactions have been moving away from cash and towards electronic forms of payment for years—and that's extending to tips now too. While this is convenient for customers, what are the implications for restaurants—and is this good for employees? Most notably with how the bills get paid.

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5 Things Lenders Want to See in a Restaurant Business Plan

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Think, like the type of service it would offer. While you’re at that, think about your restaurant’s floor plan and design and incorporate that as it will impact the customer experience. Your market analysis should depict who your customers are and why they would prefer your restaurant over the others. Target market.