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How Fast-Casual Marketers Can Prepare for 2022 Dine-in Traffic

Modern Restaurant Management

Smart QSR and fast casual chains like Chipotle and Shake Shack reconfigured their strategies to lean heavily into delivery apps, digital ordering, and loyalty programs. So, what can marketers of fast casuals do to bring people back to their brick-and-mortar locations? Put your focus on first-party data.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

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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. To capture their attention and loyalty, businesses, including restaurants, must prioritise easy access and convenience.

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MRM Research Roundup: Super Bowl and Valentine’s Day 2024 Edition

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In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature pizza predictions, Valentine's Day menu trends and lots about loyalty. Consumers Love Loyal Eighty-five percent of consumers are joining loyalty programs, and restaurant merchants know they need to capitalize. According to the 21st Annual U.S.

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Harnessing Data and Using Automation to Deliver a More Personalized Dining Experience

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As a result, quick-service and fast-casual restaurants are increasingly harnessing big data and automation to give their customers what they want before an order comes out of their mouth – or their brand’s app. But what if you aren’t the fast-food giants of the world? Hold the pickles but double-up on mayo.

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The Complete Guide to Increase Your Restaurant Profit Margins

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Fast- Food Restaurants Fast food chains are known for their speedy service, affordable prices, and convenient locations. To boost profitability, they streamline menus, use cost-effective ingredients, and implement digital technologies. However, they often face low profit margins due to high operational expenses.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

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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2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part Two

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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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