7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The restaurant tech industry is a growing one, with software and services designed to streamline almost every aspect of your business. Online and Mobile Ordering Systems. Online ordering and delivery are one of the fastest growing aspects of the restaurant industry, up 124% in 2020. Third-party delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

In the year ahead, we will continue to offer our customers the true and authentic service our brand is known for, making sure they feel taken care of when visiting any of our more than 500 restaurants across the country. Moreover, in the coming year, early access to novel menu additions is set to become a sought-after offering.

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ChowNow

OCTOBER 26, 2023

.” – 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry Report , National Restaurant Association The pandemic changed everything—especially the restaurant dining experience. Consumers are now 66% more likely to order takeout than they were in 2019, according to the National Restaurant Association.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 22, 2022

Restaurant owners must develop new ways to work more efficiently and attract more customers. The food and beverage industry is no stranger to new technologies, especially in the past couple of years with the boom of online ordering apps and QR code technology. Technology in the Restaurant Industry. Staff Shortages Due to the Pandemic.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

QSRs Shift Focus from Slow-Paced Dining to Swift, Transactional Experiences Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) are reimagining their dining spaces to prioritize speed, convenience, and personalization over traditional, slow-paced dining experiences. For the second part, click here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Even before the recent COVID surges, new vaccine mandates and other restrictions, the analysts at Revenue Management Solutions advised their restaurant clients that online ordering was here to stay. Early results revealed consistent consumer behavior that should drive online ordering improvements by operators. Suggestive Selling.

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Menu Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Website Management 197

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 1, 2021

Just a few short years ago, customers paid for their meals in cash or credit cards, orders were totaled on analog cash registers, and customers called restaurants to place orders over the landline phone. The New Norm: Text to Order. Customers can input their own orders at the table and then pay on the same device.

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Ordering Technology Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 180

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Contactless ordering at the table, virtual host stands, and online staff wellness checks have all become standard operating procedures for us now. I think that guests will be choosy with where they go out in the future, and concepts that provide an authentic and safe experience will definitely have the edge.

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Do you really need us to share stats with you about why your café’s floor plan is important for your customers? A well-designed floor plan is the first thing that entices your first-time visitors. It can make or break their experience. Ordering station. So, why wouldn’t you want to make it attractive? Coffee bar.

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Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

As we settle into 2024, the restaurant industry stands on the cusp of transformative changes, shaped by evolving consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and a relentless pace of technological innovation. Experiential Dining The dining experience is becoming as important as the food itself.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Given the increase in off-premise, we expect to see more drive-thru’s similar in format to Checkers & Rally’s iconic double drive-thru model, which dedicates one lane to traditional consumer drive-thru service and one to e-commerce only, including pre-paid digital orders for pickup and third party-delivery orders.

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2022 Food Supply Back of House Kitchen Safety 180

SpotOn

MAY 14, 2024

SpotOn, as one of the leading software and payment companies in the field, has become a favorite among managers, restaurant operators, and staff thanks to our personalized customer service, competitive money value, and range of tools designed to help any restaurant succeed. Customer service 4.3 overall user rating. Features 4.3

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Many operators had to rethink how to approach their business digitally this past year, and realize that on- and off-premise experiences are more closely connected than ever. Operators will increasingly see a demand to flex their hospitality service and payment models, within what have traditionally been siloed experiences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 14, 2020

“White Castle is an industry innovator, and we take a great amount of pride in our history – never forgetting about the future ahead,” said Lisa Ingram, CEO of White Castle. Miso Robotics understood where we could improve and stay true to White Castle’s brand of taste, innovation and best-in-class dining.

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Mobile Ordering Certification Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 164

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 8, 2020

We were greeted by the manager of the restaurant and shared with him the concept of contactless dining, an experience where dine-in guests can view menus, order, and pay directly from their mobile phones. Hospitality and technology worked together to build a better and more profitable restaurant experience for everyone.

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Hospitality Technology Mobile Ordering Food Safety 209

7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Design the Floor Plan Layout. Mobile Coffee Shops (Carts and Trucks). Get to know your future customers, before they even step foot in your door. You may discover that your target customers enjoy an afternoon pick-me-up and are sensitive to price. Obtain Permits and Licenses. Create a Menu. Find Quality Suppliers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2021

What issues have affected the industry over the last five years in the topics of marketing, design, operations, law, finance, technology and equipment? Tableside ordering via tablets, tableside payment, POS systems designed with mobility and flexibility in mind have dominated the market growing out of the fast casual.

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Fast Casual Front of House Fine Dining Mobile Ordering 156

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In the competitive restaurant and bar industry, customer feedback is vital for success. Customer feedback offers insights into customers satisfaction, needs, and preferences. Customer feedback offers insights into customers satisfaction, needs, and preferences.

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Bar Tip Distribution Customer Experience Customer Service 190

ChowNow

OCTOBER 19, 2023

With 28,000 associates and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. ChowNow’s integration to Square allows restaurants to receive and fulfill every order into one POS and simplify their operations.

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Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 78

ChowNow

OCTOBER 18, 2023

With 28,000 associates and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. ChowNow’s integration to Square allows restaurants to receive and fulfill every order into one POS and simplify their operations.

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Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 78

Social Hospitality

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

IoT and bluetooth sensors, virtual reality training, advanced robotics, and artificial intelligence improve restaurant operations and experiences in a variety of ways. Other restaurants — especially in fast food — adopted mobile payments. Customers can order food and pay through an app or online service.

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Take-out Technology Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 186

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 4, 2020

With revenue down, millions of workers laid off and countless eateries closed – many of them permanently – experts anticipate the operational strategy going forward to be driven by innovation and methods for doing more with less. As they complete their transactions, staff sets orders on the counter for retrieval.

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Cash Management 2003 Mobile Ordering Customer Service 199

Open for Business

APRIL 9, 2024

They also serve as brand advocates, spreading their positive experiences to friends and family. For example, suppose your loyalty program offers extra rewards for ordering a combo or specific add-ons. Many restaurants build this type of loyalty rewards program into their mobile apps to easily track transactions and dollars spent.

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ChefMod

MARCH 16, 2024

This innovative tool is designed to simplify the way you handle credits from suppliers, giving you a clear, organized view of all your financial transactions. Purchase Order (PO) : Keep track of all your orders, aligning your purchasing with your budget and culinary needs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2021

Data findings in the series have offered insight into customer expectations to support restaurant brands as they navigate through the health crisis and continue to move forward through the recovery. “The data strongly signals long wait times are a vulnerability for fast food restaurants as they compete for customers.

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2021 Fast Casual Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 190

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2020

Feature-rich mobile POS systems have evolved to processing orders, sending tickets to the kitchen, providing detailed reporting and offering thorough inventory and business management. Digital innovations remain the leading factor in changing the way people make and receive payments. The Future of POS.

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POS Cash Management Point of Sale Mobile Ordering 123

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 9, 2020

That path lies in innovation and adaptation, both of which restaurants have demonstrated in spades. It's the first barista coffee subscription service in the UK, but it follows the MyPanera+ Coffee subscription by Panera in the US, which has seen frequency jump by more than 200 percent for customers that subscribed.

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Loyalty Program Customer Service Consumer Goods Online Ordering 194

Open for Business

AUGUST 4, 2023

These creative, personalized loyalty programs use tech and customer data to create an experience that goes way beyond discounts. Well-designed loyalty programs can help restaurants attract guests and encourage repeat visits. Next gen loyalty is a fresh, creative approach that personalizes and streamlines the customer experience.

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2023 Loyalty Program Customer Experience Customer Service 78

Ordyx

APRIL 25, 2019

If you’re in the restaurant business, you know there’s simply no substitute for excellent customer service. Great customer service produces customer loyalty and fans happy to spread the word about your business. Online Ordering Online ordering has become a byword for customer convenience among many restaurateurs.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Leveraging F&B technologies solutions can entice online customers and attract traffic to your website and social media pages. If you aim to increase customer retention, one of the most important investments is loyalty programs. Here, the card is stamped or punched each time a customer makes a qualifying purchase.

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Loyalty Program Tip Distribution Email Marketing Social Media 195

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

But there are also some areas where innovation is needed. This might mean weaving elements of fast-casual dining into your design. A Forbes report detailing an interview with industry expert Jason Clampet highlighted the growing move toward spaces designed for Instagram users. Dining out is becoming a shareable experience.

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Fast Casual Equipment Small Business Mobile Ordering 206

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

. “Our We Help You Make It approach has always been about helping operators succeed, and never has that been more important than it is today,” said Jim Osborne, senior vice president of customer strategy and innovation at US Foods. “The post-COVID dining experience will no doubt be different.

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Mobile Ordering Webinar Loyalty Program Online Ordering 198

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 18, 2020

. “Preparing to reopen a restaurant in the face of a changing pandemic can be complex and challenging without the right resources to help guide your planning efforts,” said Jim Osborne, senior vice president of customer strategy and innovation at US Foods. Staying nimble given the fluid environment. No point of sale?

Front of House 209

Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 209

OneDine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

As the restaurant industry continues to evolve, the adoption of server tablets has become a game-changer, enhancing the dining experience for both patrons and staff. This enables customers to pay with their mobile wallets or credit cards securely and conveniently, enhancing the overall payment experience and reducing processing time.

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Mobile Ordering POS Customer Experience Customer Service 52

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Under Allen’s leadership, this C-suite team has been instrumental in implementing a multi-faceted transformation plan designed to ensure long-term sustainability, enhance brand relevance, accelerate innovation, improve guest satisfaction, increase overall profitability and create a clear growth plan to propel the company forward.

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Online Ordering Hospitality Leadership Design 123

Tableo

JULY 13, 2023

A well-designed website can draw in new customers, highlight your food and ambiance, and offer essential details like the address and opening times. Consider asking yourself the following: Have you ever created and designed a website? Are you eager to expand your knowledge and follow the most recent trends in web design?

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Website Management SEO Online Ordering Hiring 73

Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Statistic Detail 46% 46% of adults think technology has a positive impact on their restaurant experience. 65% 65% of customers prefer self-service kiosks. 25% to 95% Boost to profits spurred by a 5% increase in customer retention via loyalty programs. trillion in 2024. . trillion in 2024. trillion U.S.

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