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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-December 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

“It’s encouraging to see consumers continue to rally and support local businesses, with many planning to purchase merchandise, specialty items and gift cards as holiday gifts.” 22 percent of customers are looking to buy restaurant merchandise. 24 percent of people are interested in gifting signature sauces.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

We've reached a point where we're recognizing the value and limits of these technologies. In 2024, we anticipate a continued evolution, where technology and sustainability will play pivotal roles in reshaping the culinary experience.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Chicken Sale-d Chick and The Dolly Llama and This Is It! to Franchise

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Chicken Salad Chick has 137 locations throughout 16 states predominantly in the Southeast and is a leading fast-casual restaurant company.

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How to Maximise Your Restaurant Profit Margin: 5 Key Strategies

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The restaurant profit margin takes into account all your revenue streams, from in-house dining and takeaway orders to branded merchandise and meal kits. QSR : Quick-service restaurants (QSRs), or fast-food restaurants, typically see profit margins between 6% and 11%.

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Ghost Kitchen Franchise and Pandemic Resources

Modern Restaurant Management

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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MRM Franchise Feed: Sandwiches Up North and Taco John’s Gets Aggressive

Modern Restaurant Management

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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