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10 Top Restaurant Technologies To Evolve Your Business

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If the past few years have taught us anything, it's that restaurant technology is no longer a nice-to-have. The first technologies that restaurants often invest in are the cloud-based point of sale (POS) systems and payroll processing. Point of Sale (POS) Terminals. Restaurant Employee Scheduling Software.

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193. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 193 – AlwaysAi uses computer vision to help operators

Restaurant Technology Guys

alwaysAI is a computer vision solutions provider for quick service and fast-casual restaurants. While Kitchen Display Systems (KDS) and other Point of Sales technology help operators understand details like when an order was placed and when it was fulfilled, what happens in between has traditionally been a bit of a mystery.

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Everything to Know about Restaurant Point of Sale Software

Focus POS

Restaurant Point of Sale Software. What is restaurant point of sale (POS) software? Restaurant point of sale software empowers businesses to control labor costs, manage inventory, and have deeper visibility into business operations. Benefits of Restaurant Point of Sale Software. Flexibility.

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Fast-Casual: A New Dining Style for a New Generation

Lavu

In recent years, fast-casual establishments have dominated the restaurant industry. Fast-casual restaurants are adapting to meet the demand of their customers. Not surprisingly, sales for this category of restaurant have grown by 550% since 1999. However, in 2016 this is beginning to change.

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How to Write a Restaurant Business Plan [with Sample]

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When a plan is too wordy, it tends to turn off the reader and can actually prevent them from finishing,” Lauren Fernandez adds that the business plan should be more akin to a sales document, not an A-to-Z tactical roadmap. You can't start a restaurant without a plan. But it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Table of Contents. Download now.

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The Complete Guide to Increase Your Restaurant Profit Margins

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Profit margin is a key metric, especially pivotal in restaurant sales, that calculates the percentage of revenue left as profit after covering expenses. This, in turn, can significantly increase your sales and enhance profit margins, pointing towards areas of strength and potential areas for improvement.

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A Digital-First Approach for Fast Casual Businesses

Foodable

The Fast Casual Global virtual event features the rising stars, executives, and innovators in the fast casual restaurant sector. This event series will present some of the most sought after research and insights driving fast casual restaurant business growth and innovation.