Sling

MAY 9, 2021

One of the best ways to keep customers coming back to sample your fare is to implement restaurant loyalty programs into your workflow. In this article, the restaurant-management experts at Sling discuss some of the best ideas and give you tips for making your restaurant loyalty program great. What Is Customer Loyalty?

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Sling

DECEMBER 24, 2020

Restaurant social media marketing is more important for the success of your business than ever before. But what makes for an effective restaurant social media marketing program? But what makes for an effective restaurant social media marketing program? 2) Go Where The People Are. 4) Use Video.

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Restaurant365

JUNE 9, 2021

You can use data to improve restaurant operations, both in your front of house (FOH) and back of house (BOH). Tracking key FOH metrics can help provide a path to healthy revenue levels. Optimizing your BOH and FOH metrics boosts the efficiency of your labor and food spending. So, what data should you be tracking around your FOH?

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Lavu

JUNE 20, 2025

In the kitchen, the BOH receives the order, and on the floor, the FOH concentrates on delivering exceptional service or keeping the restaurant clean. In 2025, POS platforms like Lavu offer more than just payment processing—they now include inventory control, employee management, customer loyalty programs, and detailed sales analytics.

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Aaron Allen & Associates

MARCH 3, 2022

Some popular programs include QuickBooks, Sage 50cloud, and Xero. The best systems have the ability to display recipes one-click-away, monitor cooking times, and alert the FOH when the meal is ready. These automate book-keeping (keeping track of sales, accounts payable, accounts receivable, short and long-term debt, etc.),

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Lavu

MARCH 11, 2020

Front-of-house (FOH) management. Data Tracking: A good POS system should have a program that allows data tracking, financial data calculations, and report generation capabilities. . Some of the important digital marketing channels available include social media, search engines, and blogs. Back-of-house (BOH) management.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

We’ve reimagined our drive-thru model, introduced new kitchen technology to improve throughput, and strengthened our loyalty program to keep customers engaged. On a positive note, people developed a deeper appreciation for social connection and the experience of dining out, making for more guests joining us in our restaurants.

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Sling

AUGUST 9, 2023

A Guide for Managers March 2023 12 Best Restaurant Schedule Software Programs for Small Businesses March 2023 11 Expert Tips for Handling Scheduling Conflicts March 2023 Exempt Vs. Non-Exempt Employees: What’s The Difference?

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The Restaurant Times

DECEMBER 26, 2020

Dissatisfied customers may post bad reviews of your restaurant on social media and review sites, which can be hugely damaging to your restaurant’s image. Make sure that you follow all the necessary sanitation and social distancing protocols in the post- COVID environment and see that your staff is thoroughly trained.

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Apicbase

JUNE 16, 2023

You can collect this data through various channels, including point-of-sale (POS) systems, accounting software, customer feedback surveys, and social media reviews. The repeat purchase rate (RPR) is a common KPI used by eCommerce stores to gauge a customer’s loyalty, and can be used by restaurants to gauge the popularity of menu items.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Brands are now realizing they can no longer rely on paid media and traditional methods of communicating with customers. Every restaurant brand is going to be compelled to invest in building more first-party data and media channels they own and control. Food safety and transparency: Health is top of mind.

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Restaurant365

JULY 8, 2021

However, in the era of social distancing, these burgeoning trends took off. Ordering meals online and taking advantage of online food delivery was perceived as safer for many guests during social distancing restrictions. A budget for social media ads, and other localized digital advertising can help kickstart more dine-in sales.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 1, 2025

Nearly half (47 percent) of diners say they engage with loyalty programs at least once a week, up significantly from just 34 percent in 2023. 67 percent of Gen Z have used social media to decide on a restaurant. 50 percent of Gen Z also said they plan to order takeout or delivery more often.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2025

Loyalty programs also matter: 65 percent of drive-thru users and over 60 percent of takeout and delivery users say membership affects where they order. Over one-third (36 percent) visited a coffee shop in the past year to treat or reward themselves, while 23 percent did so to socialize and 15 percent to use the wifi or get work done.

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