Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2021

In addition to the emergence of indoor dining, it explores rising competition between fast food and fast casual restaurant brands with COVID restrictions loosening. “The data strongly signals long wait times are a vulnerability for fast food restaurants as they compete for customers. . Fast food reigns supreme.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Tropical Smoothie Cafe signed two multi-unit franchise agreements to develop 38 new cafes across the state of Colorado, including a 27-unit deal and an 11-unit deal. . "My

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2020

Recognizing this shift, Freshii , a fast-casual franchise with hundreds of locations globally, created a corporate partnership that enables companies to offer meal kits and market baskets at a discount to their employees. and grocery boxes delivered directly to home offices.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. MOD Super Fast Pizza Holdings, LLC expanded its development agreement with Best Pizza, LLC, their exclusive franchisee in Colorado. New App for Wahlburgers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

A consumer's brand loyalty was also impacted during recent events, with 33 percent of overall respondents citing an increase in loyalty to the brands they frequented during stay-at-home-orders. This sentiment was most prevalent with millennials, with 43 percent reporting an increase in loyalty.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

With technology at the forefront of restaurant operations, we think there will be an increase in branded mobile apps along with a rise in loyalty programs. According to research from Technomic , 40 percent of Americans took advantage of takeout and curbside delivery (at both fast casual and dine-in) during the pandemic.

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Foodable

JANUARY 20, 2021

The Fast Casual Nation podcast offers exclusive interviews with experts ranging from top chefs and brand makers to executives and restaurateurs who work in one of the fastest-growing segments of the restaurant industry. Thanks to implementing a dynamic digital marketing plan in recent years, MOD Pizza was well-positioned for COVID-19.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2022

Of these, one of the biggest challenges facing independent, franchised and fast-casual restaurants is staffing. Other benefits to consider include transportation subsidies, expanded employee meal programs or discounts, increased sick leave or paid time off, childcare stipends, and, of course, cash bonuses.

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The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 11, 2023

According to Fast Casual research , 8 out of 10 US customers use voice search to locate restaurants. These apps are also the perfect way to run loyalty programs for customers. Or you could set up self-checkout kiosks and fast-food joints. . How Should You Integrate Automated Order Taking? Conclusion.

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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. POS for Restaurant Franchise Management. Franchises are all about expansion.

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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

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

MRM's Franchise Feed features news on the restaurant franchise and MUFSO landscape. Ike’s Love & Sandwiches is ranked #12 on Fast Casual’s Movers and Shakers 2021 list. The group plans to grow both Ike’s and Bangin’ Buns through franchising starting in 2023. Wing Zone Refresh.

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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

DECEMBER 16, 2021

We expect restaurants to place more emphasis on these things given increased competition in the space as operators aim to increase brand loyalty both internally and externally. Brooklyn Dumpling House just opened and they're already franchising the idea. When you come for pick up, you are designated a "locker" and code.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Clean Juice®, honored its franchise partners during its annual Juicey Awards event. Clean Juice Celebrates Franchisees. million guests.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Marketers who already had a text messaging programs in place discovered that consumers actually opened their texts and messages got through (In fact, 97 percent of the time!). Ross Franklin, CEO and Founder of Pure Green Franchise. The resilience, creativity and hard work displayed are efforts that our industry can be proud of.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 26, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Flynn now owns and operates a combined total of 2,355 quick-service, fast casual and casual dining restaurants, generating $3.5 Flynn Acquires Hefty Portfolio.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

MRM Franchise Feed contains the latest news in restaurant franchising. “Team member tenure at White Castle is unprecedented in our industry, and that loyalty absolutely goes both ways.” White Castle Salutes Long-Term Employees. ” In 1946, Billy Ingram became the first member of the 25-Year Club.

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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

JANUARY 2, 2024

As the demand for robotics increases, solutions like franchising and bringing robots closer to home will augment market growth and penetration. As the demand for robotics increases, solutions like franchising and bringing robots closer to home will augment market growth and penetration. Golden Corral is one.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

85% of operators use POS data to engage with customers via text or email, while 60% use it for their loyalty programs. On the other hand, fast food restaurants are on the rise , with 0.8% Square , 2024) 38.50% of operators plan to invest more in loyalty programs and marketing platforms. Let’s dig in.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Additionally, the results indicate that the negative effect of COVID-19 was smaller for fast-food restaurants compared to full-service establishments. If there is a specific type of business that could benefit during the remainder of 2020, it could be the fast food industry. percent demand decline. Beauty care, SPA, and fitness center.

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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. Although factors like franchise affiliation may affect profit margins, fast casual restaurants typically have an average profit margin of 6-9%.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Technology-enabled franchises are better positioned to continually evolve to meet guests’ changing expectations. In the short term, it’s QSR that will experience labor improvement, then fast-casual. Restaurants will become increasingly casual. Reduce theft. Improve employee performance.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

And while they have little choice but to embrace third-party delivery services, doing so puts another brand in control of their customer and risks eroding customer loyalty. Ross Franklin, CEO and Founder of Pure Green Franchise. Operators are going to have to get creative in how they continue to foster those customer relationships.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Bill formally served on the Great Lakes Franchise Association Board, Del Taco’s Franchise Marketing Advisory Council and the Finance Excellence Advisory Council for Burger King. 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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The Restaurant Times

JUNE 4, 2021

The Dubai-based brand is eyeing expansion in the Indian, UK, and Canada markets through franchise partnerships with local companies. In fact, they are already operating franchises successfully across the middle-east. For fast-growing restaurant brands, tracking operations across multiple outlets poses a complicated challenge.

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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. These include marketing, website development, appointment scheduling, digital loyalty, review management, and both retail and restaurant POS solutions.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

For popularizing casual dining and showing us the possibilities of lettuce. . Brinker entered the industry working for the owner of Jack in the Box, and in two years, grew the business from five shops to a nationwide franchise. His work with Chili’s created a space for the casual dining concept that T.G.I. Steven Starr.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2019

HOP® Restaurants announced plans to launch Flip’d by IHOP™, a new fast-casual concept in the U.S., “In looking at what exists today in terms of fresh, fast menu options — particularly at breakfast — there’s still tremendous opportunity for growth,” said Jay Johns, President of IHOP.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The US Foods Ghost Kitchen program also recently expanded its concept offerings from six to 12. ” Here’s how Drive Kindness works: Drive Kindness’ franchise owners will charge restaurants a flat rate. View all of the available resources by clicking directly to the "Make It This Winter" platform here.

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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. After signing a franchise agreement, owners are operational on the platform within 10 days. Yelp Sees COVID Effect.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

” “We’re ready to feed corporate America once they return,” said Hadrien Delande, Chief Marketing Officer at B.GOOD, a fast casual restaurant chain. xtraCHEF customers who sign up for xtraCASH can digitize their invoices and automatically match line-item purchase details to eligible cost savings programs. .”

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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.” With the launch of Yelp’s LIVES program nationwide, health and hygiene inspection scores are now at diners’ fingertips.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Randy’s Donuts began franchising domestically in the summer of 2019. Randy's Donuts Plans Aggressive Expansion. In total, 165 stores are set to open.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. ” Taco John’s Launches Aggressive Franchising Initiative. All of the elements are in place for aggressive franchise growth.”

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