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From Tech to Taste: Karl Goodhew’s Inspiring Journey of Innovation

The Restaurant Times

Charting a path that spans the domains of retail, e-commerce, and hospitality, Karl Goodhew’s story is a reflection of the remarkable possibilities that technology, innovation, and a relentless drive for change can create. From leading software engineering at Macy’s Inc.,

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-May 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

Throughout subsequent waves of the pandemic, the reports explored the growth of off-premise strategies including the spike in mobile apps and, more recently, captured softening safety concerns among consumers when they began favoring shorter wait times over safety protocols. Order accuracy and speed top list of what consumers want.

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Restaurant Experts’ 2021 Outlook, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

Just Salad was the first national restaurant chain to label its entire menu with carbon emissions similar to how brands like Allbirds had done in the retail sector. Contactless ordering at the table, virtual host stands, and online staff wellness checks have all become standard operating procedures for us now.

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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. For example, there will be fewer human interactions when ordering takeaways during busy lunch hours, quick customer seating, or bill payments.

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Four Industry Trends to Boost Your Restaurant Business

Modern Restaurant Management

But there are also some areas where innovation is needed. This might mean weaving elements of fast-casual dining into your design. On top of that, retail sales of plant-based foods that directly replace animal products grew by 17% from August 2017 through August 2018. There is real potential on the horizon for restaurant owners.

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Need to Reach New Customers? Step Outside the Box

Modern Restaurant Management

Who among us hasn’t ordered food through a convenient mobile application, with menu choices ranging from not just quick-serve or fast-casual restaurants, but convenience stores as well? Adding a splash of innovation to your offerings doesn’t have to be a daunting task.

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A new Era for Food & Hospitality in Commercial Property & Office Buildings

Future Food

The internal communities of our workplaces and assets can look out and connect with visitors and communities with a fine-grained F&B retail strategy to meet the needs of occupants and visitors with a diverse range of food and beverage options, catering to different tastes, dietary preferences, and cultural backgrounds.