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MRM Research Roundup: AI Investment Heating Up and Summer Dining Dos and Don’ts

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percent menu-price inflation rate. With households increasingly treating dining out as a luxury, every menu item and service interaction becomes a potential make-or-break moment. Red Robin climbs 3 percent to 78 thanks in large part to its focus on menu and food. At the same time, U.S. chain sales grew just 3.1

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-September 2021 Edition

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In a survey of 4,079 small business owners conducted from 8/15 to 9/13/21, 66 percent reported having a "very difficult" time finding the right employees to fill open roles, many of which are necessary to help them drive revenue and rebound. Retailers are having a tougher time each month, as well. ” Food Retailing Report.

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MRM Research Roundup: Destination Dining, Voice Commerce, and the Force of Fast Food

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Even with these enhancements in service quality, consumers still value having a real employee on the other end providing services. Growing menu innovation and healthy fast food further drive the growth of the market. The Food Access and Retail Expansion Fund (FARE Fund) is paid for by the American Rescue Plan Act.

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State of the Industry and More Restaurant Research

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A Return to Normal The National Restaurant Association released its 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry report, which examines key factors impacting the industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends to forecast sales and market trends for the year ahead. million by the end of 2023.

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MRM Research Roundup: Experimentation, Valentine’s Vibe Shift, and Wine Cork Market

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Year of Experimentation Square released early insights from its forthcoming annual Future of Commerce report, providing a unique look at the restaurant, retail and beauty industries across the US, Canada, UK, and Australia. ” A Year of Challenges U.S. ” A Year of Challenges U.S.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

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During peak seasons, considering outsourcing certain services becomes a practical solution to ensure seamless operations. Prioritising employee well-being, mental health, and job satisfaction is also essential in curbing turnover and cultivating a content and dedicated workforce. Not Quite Cyndi Lauper, but Brands Just Wanna Have Fun!

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-February 2020 Edition

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The National Restaurant Association released its 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry Report which examines key factors impacting the restaurant industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends across segments from quickservice to fine dining.

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