Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 18, 2021

But as reality of the pandemic sunk in and dining rooms remained closed, it became apparent that ordering delivery and takeout was the best way to help restaurants weather the storm — and there was a significant consumer appetite to do so. By August 2020, Americans reported ordering takeout 2.4 So what’s next?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

We also see this gaining traction with consumers similar to how calorie labeling became a major source of information for our personal health. Carbon emissions labeling helps inform our impact on planetary health. Innovative and inviting outdoor seating is going to be crucial in order for restaurants to survive.

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Focus POS

JUNE 17, 2019

It improves customer service by providing faster, more efficient transactions (and additional transaction types, such as self-service or online ordering) and engages customers on a deeper level through gift card implementation and loyalty programs. It can then alert wait staff when orders are ready. Flexibility. Streamlined Workflow.

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The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 11, 2023

And automated order taking, well, it is going to be one of the top trends in the restaurant industry in 2023. . Automated order-taking refers to technology, operating systems, or software that take orders from customers and respond to them automatically. Why Should You Integrate Automated Order Taking?

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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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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 17, 2021

MRM Franchise Feed features the latest news in the restaurant and MUFSO franchising landscape. " Part of Famous Brands International, TCBY first opened in 1981 in Arkansas and currently has 250-plus franchise locations worldwide. ” Franchise opportunities remain in areas across the U.S., Happy Birthday, TCBY.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2021

MRM's Franchise Feed features news on the restaurant franchise and MUFSO landscape. ” “This is historic for our brand,” said Brooks Speirs, vice president for franchise development. A Deal to Taco ‘Bout. Taco John’s International Inc.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. ” Taffer's Tavern Inks Multi-Unit Deal. metro area.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

MRM Franchise Feed contains the latest news in restaurant franchising. Prior to Anuga, Nathan’s Famous will also attend Franchise Expo Paris from September 26-29 (Stand: V85) and the International Franchise Show London, October 1-2 (Stand: US09). White Castle Salutes Long-Term Employees. ” The Roadhouse Way.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Laws governing alcohol consumption must always be observed, and hospitality businesses must remain informed of current rules and regulations. These features include tableside mobile ordering, NFC contactless payments, and direct online ordering. Each member of the coalition is committed to responsibility.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2021

MRM Franchise Feed features news about the restaurant franchise and MUFSO landscape. Continuing under the leadership of VP of Franchise Development, Shannon Swenson, Dave’s Hot Chicken has expanded its reach across the country with new deals signed in several key markets. Dunkin' Explores New Opportunities. and Canada.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

This heightened awareness will drive consumers to actively seek information and make informed decisions to ensure their well-being. In the next year, this role will also include helping them with order management during peak times.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. ” Samira Shariff brings nearly 40 years of experience building successful restaurant brands in Alberta as a multi-unit franchise owner and operator in Edmonton.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2019

World’s First Mobile Restaurant Powered by Advanced Robotics. unveiled the world’s first mobile restaurant powered by robotic technology, top video and photo. “Fast food options usually fall into two buckets: fast, healthy, and unaffordable, or fast, unhealthy, and affordable and nothing in between.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2020

As stay at home orders are lifted, consumers will begin visiting restaurants and businesses locally while practicing social distancing. There remains a high uptake of food delivery across the four states, with 67 percent of consumers having ordered take-out/delivery of food in the last two weeks, and 14 percent a delivery with alcohol.

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7 Shifts

APRIL 13, 2021

7tasks allows Mark’s servers or bartenders to check off their tasks on their own mobile devices, eliminating the need for a central hub and reducing shared touch surfaces —a major key for the Canyons team in transitioning from pen and paper lists. For the few orders they got, bartenders would handle the packing and handoff.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

71% of restaurant customers prefer to order food delivery directly from the restaurant rather than using third-party apps. On the other hand, fast food restaurants are on the rise , with 0.8% In 2023, 52% said they would order from a ghost kitchen, while 24% felt indifferent on the subject, which was consistent with 2021 findings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

We’re seeing massive disruption to front-of-house systems, too, delivering personalized guest experiences from order to payment to final delivery. You can see which other restaurants they frequent, too, and the types of items they order from those places.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Those that are continuing to prosper had their technological house in order prior to the pandemic. such as using mobile messaging to keep customers informed while their food is being prepared and provide a mechanism for informing restaurants when they have arrived to pick up their order.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2020

It also could provide a future outlook for the industry, especially if more states implement stay-at-home orders in response to rising COVID-19 cases. Additionally, the results indicate that the negative effect of COVID-19 was smaller for fast-food restaurants compared to full-service establishments. percent demand decline.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 27, 2020

Grubhub launched its Ultimate technology, a revolutionary, first-of-its-kind proprietary hardware and software solution that integrates all restaurant ordering channels into one system. There are four components that make up the Ultimate technology: Lightweight point of sale (POS) with direct integration to the Grubhub web and mobile app.

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Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Fast Casual Restaurants. Fast casual restaurants, also known as fast food or quick service restaurants, involve ordering at a counter or doing some level of self-service. Add Online Ordering to Your Restaurant. Labor is one of your restaurant’s largest costs. Conclusion.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Sandra (Sandy) Reinhardt: Vice President of Information Technology | 30 years. She moved to information technology in 1994 where she was instrumental in putting in the first network and email system for SBCI. In 2009, Greg moved to the Del Taco brand, where we were chosen as Franchise Operator of the Year in both 2009 and 2010.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 18, 2019

"We have discovered that the value of decreasing food insecurity is more than just giving people food – it involves mobilizing people into a lifestyle of generosity.” " Guests use their cellphones to see all menu items, order and pay. ." " Guests use their cellphones to see all menu items, order and pay.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2019

After nearly three years of proceedings, the General Counsel and McDonald’s USA, LLC presented a series of informal settlement agreements resolving all the alleged unfair labor practices. HOP® Restaurants announced plans to launch Flip’d by IHOP™, a new fast-casual concept in the U.S.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2020

introduced its "Make It This Winter" platform, which offers a collection of resources, including one-on-one consultations with US Foods experts, informational webinars, new outdoor dining products, and updated online materials and tools for restaurant operators to tackle the ongoing challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. "With

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature sobering statistics from Yelp, a ghost kitchen franchise model, franchise explosions expected and falling for for an improved PSL. Ghost Kitchen Franchise Model. Yelp Sees COVID Effect. ” Increased Consumer Activity in May Correlates with Increased COVID-19 Cases in June.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

The majority of fast-casual and fine dining operators are meeting this challenge head-on by adding new offerings monthly,* driving increased competition with bar-and-grill operators. Actionable: Sift Insights make it easy to understand appropriate thresholds and optimize workflows so that businesses can accept more legitimate orders.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

“With Relish’s delivery options, our employees can order and enjoy food from restaurants they love without leaving the building. Plus, Relish gives restaurants more of the high-value orders they love from ezCater.” xtraCHEF’s mobile app (available on iPhone and Android devices),?as immediately?begin

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

During that period, McDonald's also undertook several "velocity growth accelerators," including (1) an Experience of the Future layout, which features a combination of ordering flexibility, customer experience, and a more streamlined menu; (2) mobile ordering and payments; and (3) delivery alternatives. "When

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Across the board, from independent owners to multi-unit franchise operators, restaurants are losing money every month, and they continue to struggle to serve their communities and support their employees.” Here's what they found: The average American is ordering 2.4 takeout orders each week – and spending $67 per week.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2019

For example, we may see other categories beyond fast casual, quick serve and family dining begin to emerge, such as our company building a new category of “Craft Casual.” Online ordering will continue to have a profound effect on the industry in 2020, but the power dynamics will change. ChowNow CEO Chris Webb.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features the impact of cold weather on restaurant viability, why franchises need to be nimbler and the pandemic's effect on guest expectations. Restaurant Adaptation. A large number of restaurants launched their own delivery service just to stay afloat during the pandemic.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 14, 2019

She also served as president for McAlister’s Deli with FOCUS Brands; chief executive officer and president of Cosi; and president of Global Business Development for Brinker International, leading all operations and franchise development for 240 Chili’s and Maggiano’s restaurants around the globe. Health Tribes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2020

The weakest business categories varied by type and price point, and included stores selling mobile phones, shoes, and appliances. Fast-food restaurants also took a hit, down 1.5 Delivery and To-Go orders are up 14 percent. Ethical Sourcing : Food labels go beyond nutritional information. points), food trucks (up 3.5

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