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Three Ways to Leverage Technology for Restaurant Reopenings

Modern Restaurant Management

Data shows that guests want to dine out but safety concerns are the biggest factor holding them back. No-touch digital menus enable guests to view menus on their personal mobile device instantly, for free and without downloads or ads by scanning a QR code. Here are three ways to leverage technology for restaurant re-openings: 1.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-September 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

The findings have offered insight into consumer expectations to support restaurant brands as they work to navigate ongoing operating, social, and economic shifts over the past year and a half. App downloads remain strong. 59 percent downloaded at least one new restaurant app in the last three months. Generational.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-May 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

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. Apps are being downloaded for convenience and discounts. Download the report here. Apps are deleted when wait times are too long.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-April 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature news of the expected pent-up demand from guests, the Great Restaurant Restart and delivery trends. Additional key findings from the survey include: Over a third (38 percent) of respondents plan to have between 1-20 guests, with 32 percent planning to have under 50.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-June 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features recovery data, POS performance and shifting habits of diners. On the Road to Recovery. As stay at home orders are lifted, consumers will begin visiting restaurants and businesses locally while practicing social distancing.

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MRM Research Roundup: Top F&B Trends to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

Some customers have the gift of foresight, using DoubleDash to add on recovery (or hair of the dog) essentials from nearby stores. With lower overhead, streamlined staffing, and limited menus, QSR models offer flexibility to guests and operational efficiency for staff. Quirky Combos : This year, we also saw some unique combinations!

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Gift Card Marketing During COVID-19 and How It Can Help Restaurants

Touch Bistro

As the COVID-19 pandemic slowly begins to recede, many restaurants are turning to gift card marketing as part of their 2021 recovery plan. First and foremost, gift cards provide restaurants with an immediate source of revenue – cash that can be incredibly valuable in the early months of recovery. Immediate Cash Flow. Go Digital.