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Restaurant Loyalty Programs to Boost Revenues

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Restaurants, retailers and airlines have been using loyalty programs to drive revenue for nearly three centuries. From their humble, though ingenious, beginnings as copper tokens and stamps, through the era of credit card clubs, to today’s mobile apps, loyalty programs have become indispensable marketing tools.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

Modern Restaurant Management

This trend reflects the growing popularity of drive-thru and fast-casual dining, coupled with the demand for digital technologies such as QSR digital signage and QR codes. To capture their attention and loyalty, businesses, including restaurants, must prioritise easy access and convenience. Nothing is fraud proof.

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Simple Customer Retention Strategy for Restaurants

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The simplest way to collect customer data in a quick-serve or fast-casual restaurant is to have customers supply it on a sheet of paper at the register. Recommended Reading: Simple Restaurant Marketing Plan for 2020 Reward Their Loyalty ?? A customer loyalty program is a surefire way to entice your guests to return, not churn.

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MRM Research Roundup: Super Bowl and Valentine’s Day 2024 Edition

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In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature pizza predictions, Valentine's Day menu trends and lots about loyalty. This is not just about a meal; it's a curated journey of flavors designed for the ultimate romantic experience. Why the buzz? According to the 21st Annual U.S.

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Simple Restaurant Marketing Plan for 2020 [PDF Template]

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Work on your brand strategy Create the face of your brand You probably already have a logo, a nicely designed menu, and all the other trimmings to make your restaurant look and feel like a cohesive brand. Make all touchpoints of your restaurant feel like the cool, casual, fusion, or fine dining establishment it is.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2024, brands will continue to overcome the challenge of accessing and aggregating this valuable owned data to cultivate this level of hospitality and long-term brand loyalty. Stored value will also emerge as a critical element in loyalty programs, offering added flexibility and customer benefits. – Joe Hand Jr.,

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2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part Two

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Instead, as these solutions advance, companies should refer to their technology as “Smart Carts,” or something in the same vein, to give a more accurate representation of what they provide and come off as warm and welcoming tools designed to elevate hospitality. – Phil Quackenboss, VP of Restaurants & Growth at Fetch.

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