Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2024

Using technology to facilitate contactless payments, online ordering, and quick table rotation can increase consumers’ satisfaction and loyalty. Also, consider providing curbside, takeout, or delivery services in addition to flexible and quick ordering and delivery alternatives, including online, phone, or in-app ordering.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2023

The food industry has been historically slow to integrate technology and digital solutions. Here are the ways technology is revolutionizing the culinary world through. Using cutting-edge technology positions restaurants to unlock a wealth of prospects to enhance the customer experience.

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Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Dietary Restrictions Point of Sale 167

Focus POS

JANUARY 18, 2022

4 Ways to Upgrade Your Restaurant Technology in 2022. Intro: Now that the holiday season is over, it’s time to take stock of your restaurant’s equipment. Whether it be an upgrade or adding new to your business, here are four major restaurant technologies you should consider in the new year. Mobile POS. Incorrect orders.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 23, 2020

The past few weeks have proven how quickly the way in which we dine is shifting and evolving and fast forwarded a number of technology trends. Here are some technologies that will continue to be part of any restaurant’s day-to-day operations. Table Tech : Pay-at-the-Table is the new Lazy Susan of the wait-staff world.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

Brands find themselves at a pivotal juncture, where they have the opportunity to both captivate customers and secure their loyalty through a thoughtful blend of innovation and tradition. Additionally, digital menus and order-ahead options enhance convenience and offer personalized customization.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 15, 2021

The ingrained customer behavior over the past year, delivery, mobile orders, curbside pick-up, will likely continue. By improving customer loyalty and increasing revenue through the smart use of technology from the public-facing part of the business all the way to the back-of-house prep, sourcing, and staffing.

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Technology Loyalty Program Front of House Online Ordering 203

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

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. The future of restaurant businesses will likely involve a hybrid approach, combining the efficiency of technology with the warmth and personal touch of human service.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

You are sitting in your favorite restaurant and have placed an order on a tablet at your table. After a few seconds of placing the order, a notification appears on your messaging app. Ding* ‘Your order is being prepared by Chef Bot 19 and will be delivered to your table in approximately 19 minutes.

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Front of House Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Back of House 211

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Contactless payment solutions drive operators’ revenue and elevate customer experiences, but how can the technology set restaurants up for long-term success? The restaurant industry has perhaps seen higher adoption rates of this technology than any other industry. Thinking Long Term When Evaluating Restaurant Technologies.

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Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Employee Relations Customer Experience 225

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 17, 2023

Employees and restaurant owners are benefiting from automation technology: over half of leaders say that revenue has increased since implementing restaurant’s automation tools. Automation tools also provide value through mobile ordering apps, AI solutions, digital reviews apps, and online reservation software.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2020

According to Adams, the team hit the ground running and worked with its partners to helps tailor programs to help restaurants pivot their business models. "Everything Orders from online channels and delivery partners had to be manually entered into its previous Point-of-Sale (POS) system, and manually delivered to the kitchen.

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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. These solutions work in tandem, making it easier than ever for customers to order and pay.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 9, 2023

The restaurant industry has embraced technology and, of late, it’s been at the leading edge. Traditionally, technology also equips humans (and businesses) with tools that they can use to thrive. The same technology can also be used to efficiently provide customer support, like additional menu information.

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Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Seasonal Menu Loyalty Program 177

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

In terms of trends, it is clear that in 2023 technology will continue to shape and enhance the restaurant industry and we will see operators adopting new technologies to create an even more seamless and frictionless experience for guests, while still maintaining unique and engaging dining experiences. . For part one, click here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

We will also continue to leverage our revamped ‘Restaurant of the Future’ model along with our advanced technology strategy and are eager for this next phase of growth for the company. Stored value will also emerge as a critical element in loyalty programs, offering added flexibility and customer benefits.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2023

With the Super Bowl and March Madness coming up, restaurant owners should be preparing now in order to capitalize on the influx of online orders. Create a loyalty program that rewards customers for repeat visits during the Super Bowl. This can help increase sales and also encourage repeat business.

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Loyalty Program Social Media Email Marketing Online Ordering 184

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In 2023, the restaurant industry experienced a remarkable transformation, driven by the rapid integration of advanced technologies. This helped them improve customer relationships, loyalty, satisfaction, and retention. Blockchain technology may play a pivotal role in enhancing supply chain transparency and resilience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Technology is becoming a big part of how we run our business. Contactless ordering at the table, virtual host stands, and online staff wellness checks have all become standard operating procedures for us now. Innovative and inviting outdoor seating is going to be crucial in order for restaurants to survive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Chick-fil-A even reported disabling curbside ordering in some locations to reduce strain on their workers. Restaurants can soften the impact of the labor shortage in 2022 by doubling down on retention, shaking up the traditional business model and taking advantage of technology to increase efficiency and streamline the dining experience.

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Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Statistic Detail 46% 46% of adults think technology has a positive impact on their restaurant experience. 47% 47% of operators predict an increased reliance on technology and automation to address labor shortages in their type of restaurants by 2024, including 44% of full-service and 49% of quick-service. trillion in 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

From managing an off-premise presence with online ordering platforms to navigating the labor shortage and keeping costs down, it’s clear from the emerging trends we are seeing that technology is at the heart of helping FSRs not only survive but make gains during these extremely challenging times.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Near field communication (NFC) technology then captures information from the card or device and continues processing the payment. Improved Customer Loyalty Programs. When customers download your restaurant’s mobile app, they should also be able to connect a credit or debit card to their account. Security Concerns.

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Focus POS

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Menu and order Customization. According to a consumer study by Deloitte , the number one factor that influences consumers when selecting a restaurant is menu options and order customization. Self-service kiosks for example, engage customers and make them part of their experience giving them freedom to easily customize their own orders.

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7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Sourcing Equipment. Mobile Coffee Shops (Carts and Trucks). This includes but is not limited to your equipment, permits, menu, and marketing. Rent, equipment costs, supplies, marketing, and paying staff are among the costs you'll incur when just starting. Planned marketing strategies: Will you have a loyalty program?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Last month, Pret A Manger became the latest restaurant chain to join the subscription economy, launching the YourPret Barista program that offers members up to five drinks per day in exchange for a monthly fee. Case in point: the Pret A Manger program costs $26.60 Customer Connections. Individualized Interactions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

The pandemic has permanently altered the consumer-restaurant relationship with operators investing in technology and real estate to align with changing consumer preferences, according to the 2021 Restaurant Franchise Pulse survey, conducted by TD Bank. Investment in delivery and mobile ordering pays off.

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2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 215

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 29, 2023

Technology Has Leveled the Playing Field in Hospitality For many years, you had restaurants that did delivery and restaurants that didn't. All of a sudden, we live in a world where cloud-based technology is much less expensive, much more available and, most importantly, interconnected. Why is omnichannel more important than ever?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2021

As restaurants turned more to technology, they need to think through their digital options. There are two new digital technologies available for restaurants to automate the ordering process that owners need to understand. The first technology is progressive web apps (PWA). Yes, certainly.

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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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Focus POS

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

While it’s possible to get by on manual processes, these are outdated, and won’t give you proper tools you need in order to handle the competition. It can increase mobility within your restaurant, and more importantly, improve communication between systems and staff. Online ordering. Loyalty program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The need for contactless delivery has spurred the use of digital check points – Consumers are more comfortable placing their orders through mobile apps, voice ordering, digital menu and kiosks; giving tech-savvy restaurants an edge in the race for information data. All made possible by utilizing technology.

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Mobile Ordering Point of Sale Customer Service Loyalty Program 116

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 11, 2021

With colder weather right around the corner for many parts of the country, now is the time for restaurant owners to utilize their POS technology to maximize outdoor dining profits and capitalize on the end of summer season.

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Since the outbreak of novel Coronavirus disease, order taking in the restaurant business has undergone a complete transformation. Due to the massive impact of the COVID-19 virus on restaurant businesses, there is a dire need for operators to establish robust order taking processes in their restaurant. Takeaways and deliveries.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Order accuracy is a pivotal part of the diner experience. Not only does a wrong order dissolve trust between customers and employees and impact, it also creates tension within the team of employees. It’s no wonder that many restaurants have digitized ordering operations to increase order accuracy and customer convenience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2021

Now, as restaurants embrace new technologies, there’s another threat to consider: cybercrime. Thanks to mobile ordering apps or loyalty programs, you may also have customers’ names, addresses, and other sensitive data. Cybercriminals are a growing threat to virtually every industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 2023

Since the early 2000’s, technology has been drastically changing year-over-year, including the way we travel, book hotels, and order food and beverages. SMBs could greatly benefit from technology that is often associated with larger organizations, but the problem is it’s just out of reach.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 19, 2022

The entire industry was forced to adopt a decade’s worth of delivery and curbside technology in a matter of months just to stay functional as consumers first battled lockdowns and later their own hesitancy to return to dining-in. Consumers too squeezed the industry, particularly in the early days of the pandemic.

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