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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. 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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Inflation Takes a Bite at the Restaurant Industry; How Can Operators Cope?

Modern Restaurant Management

Additionally, menu prices at casual dining establishments rose by an average of 9 percent year over year from 2021. The decreased patronage along with inflation increases running costs, which means increased menu prices. Some implemented loyalty programs to promote recurring customers. Keep Managing Costs.

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Restaurant Management Software: A Comprehensive Roundup

Aaron Allen & Associates

There are so many things to think about — from inventory management to restaurant payment and billing and more — it can be difficult to keep track of it all. That’s where restaurant management software comes in. In this roundup, we will take a look at some of the best restaurant management software out there.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-September 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

“The Discerning Diner report provides our members with the information they need to make choices around everything from menu selections and customer service options, to marketing initiatives and possible new revenue streams that today’s consumer is interested in. ” Food Retailing Report. Paytronix Systems, Inc.,

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Must-Have Restaurant POS Integrations That Save Time and Money

Lavu

You will see improvements for customers, front of the house, the kitchen, as well as management. From a simple ordering and point-of-sale processing, modules and software can add hospitality efficiencies, mobile/online ordering, loyalty programs, and inventory management. Reservations & Table Management.

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Improve Your Sales and Build a Solid Customer Base: Proven Strategies For UAE Restaurants

The Restaurant Times

Apart from the competition, there are several factors such as seasonality, economy, etc. In this article, we have shared some techniques that restaurants in the UAE can utilize to attract new customers, widen the customer base, and maintain steady cash flow. Price The Menu Items Carefully. Run Loyalty Programs.

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What Trends Are You Seeing and What Can We Expect to See More of in 2022?

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their views on trends. With more options to work outside of the hospitality industry, operators must offer employees more scheduling flexibility, facilitate transparent communication between management and team members, and avoid overworking staff.

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