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The Holiday Rush and Beyond: Six Benefits that Keep Restaurant Teams Engaged

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Instead of cash alone, consider giving the choice of a memorable experience, such as a gift certificate. Rewards Program for Consistent Effort A defined program goes a long way in keeping employees motivated through the ups and downs of a demanding season. But these efforts shouldn’t end when the decorations come down.

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MRM Research Roundup: AI Investment Heating Up and Summer Dining Dos and Don’ts

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This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the present and future of AI use in F&B, The Splintered Path to Purchase, the Datassential 500 Awards, and where chefs are earning six figures. At the same time, U.S. chain sales grew just 3.1 percent in 2024 — falling short of the 4.1

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

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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. This capability can prove invaluable for refining pricing strategies, optimising ingredient and waste management, and planning forthcoming shifts, among other benefits.

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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part Two

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The past five years have reinforced the critical intersection of digital and hospitality in the restaurant industry. Digital not only powers seamless experiences but also unlocks guest data that can elevate hospitality across all touchpoints, both digital and in-person. Technology continues to transform restaurant operations.

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86 Your Brand Issues: How to Build Cohesive, Memorable Brands that Resonate with Guests

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For a deeper dive into brand messaging, strategy, and authenticity, creating unified guest experiences, and the orchestration of physical and experiential touchpoints, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to The Plaid Penguin’s Founder and Sir Idea Man Joe Haubenhofer. Don’t just rely on organic social media.

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Everything You Need To Know About the Increasing Role of AI in Restaurants

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AI is a program developed by humans to respond to a set of instructions under specific environments. AI programs factor in various variables like human response patterns, scenarios, locations, languages, and more to deliver what is expected of them. But they have tons of cash to burn on such gimmicks, right?

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Consumer Habits Are Changing — What’s Next for Restaurant Tech?

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Many food and beverage establishments have seen success with technology — such as contactless options, automation to support changing workforces and innovative customer loyalty strategies — in their endeavors to meet the demand for safer and more convenient dining experiences. Gone are the days of cash-only transactions.