Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 13, 2022

Even in the best of times, it’s mostly been an uphill battle for single location restaurants to compete with chain franchises. Text and online ordering and self-service kiosks enabled with contactless payments became mainstays in franchises. Diners became familiar with accessing menus via QR codes. Direct Delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2021

MRM Franchise Feed features news about the restaurant franchise (MUFSO) landscape. Curry Up Now offering a limited-time franchise development incentivethat allows experienced, multi-unit operators to sign a deal for a minimum of three Curry Up Now franchise restaurants rather than the typical five unit commitment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2022

Many people make the mistaken assumption that franchises are not local businesses. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make your franchise restaurant a mainstay of your community. Unfortunately, many people do not equate a franchise with a locally owned business. Local Stakeholders Create Community. by the end of 2022.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 21, 2021

There is no doubt that franchises do an incredible amount to help their franchisees, whether that’s providing business support and sharing key information to offering training and access to their trademarks and branding. Unfortunately, what many franchises often lack in providing is a unified payments system.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

MRM's Franchise Feed features news on the restaurant franchise and MUFSO landscape. The group plans to grow both Ike’s and Bangin’ Buns through franchising starting in 2023. Habit Signs Franchise Development Deal. Wing Zone Refresh. Wing Zone is getting a new look, top photo. It is advancing its U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Consumer expectations have been permanently altered, and there are some key features to look for when seeking to invest in a franchise that will keep up with those expectations. The trends around restaurant ownership change with time, but the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated consumer and investor trends alike. Concepts to Invest in.

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Restaurant Business

MAY 5, 2025

It remains surprising that more restaurant franchises dont do this. The Bottom Line: Wendys is implementing a system collecting profitability data from its operators.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 21, 2021

But why exactly is now the perfect time to invest in a restaurant franchise? At the start of 2020, starting a restaurant business or franchise would have seemed like something of a no-brainer. Franchises Can Be Flexible. The Pre-Covid Restaurant Sector Was Thriving. Government Incentives.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2021

It’s no wonder that restaurant franchising is so popular — franchisees buy into a proven business model with built-in branding, training and production methods, and (hopefully) a solid customer base. A few of these contracts could include: Contract for the franchise. Franchisor Support. Know the True Cost.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Renewed Optmism Ahead for Franchise Landscape The last five years have provided significant challenges to the restaurant franchise industry. Franchise 2.0: Meeting these consumer expectations and employee needs is pushing restaurant franchises towards artificial intelligence and automation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

MRM's Franchise Feed provides the latest news in restaurant and MUFSO franchising. Subway® announced significant expansion in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, as the company signed a master franchise agreement with Everstone Group (Everstone), a South Asia focused leading private investment firm.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) serves as the foundation of the franchisor-franchisee relationship. Not only is it a critical sales tool for the franchisor, but it also gives a prospective franchisee vital insight into the franchise opportunity and help them make an informed decision to invest.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2023

Franchise brands have many goals in common: enter a new market; attract new franchisees, employees and loyal customers; increase average unit volume (AUV); and accelerate franchise expansion strategies. Why should an entrepreneur consider franchising your concept over others? Let’s talk about how to tell your story.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2025

After successfully opening a second location in Kernersville, NC, and planning for a third one, the fast-casual gourmet slider brand has started franchising and plans to grow strategically in the Southeast region. What are some key trends you expect to affect the franchise landscape this year and in years ahead?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2025

From franchise compliance to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) terms, the right legal frameworks can guide a restaurant company to long-term, sustained success. A carefully crafted Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and clear franchise agreements are key to setting expectations and maintaining transparency with your franchise partners.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 1, 2023, Assembly Bill (“AB”) 676 went into effect, significantly amending the California Franchise Relations Act and Franchise Investment Law. These provisions will apply to franchise agreements entered into, amended or renewed on or after January 1, 2023. franchise disclosure documents.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2025

Most recently, he managed the western region franchisee relations for Coca Cola with Dairy Queen, working with franchise owners across 22 states to improve and grow their businesses. For the past four years, he has been Director of Franchise Development at Pancheros Mexican Grill, helping to fuel the national expansion of the brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2021

Health and wellness branding is in the spotlight during this episode of The Main Course as host Barbara Castiglia speaks with Ross Franklin, the Founder and CEO of Pure Green, an omnichannel business that is one of the fastest-growing, cold-pressed juice companies and juice bar franchises in the United States.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 19, 2023

For businesses, and particularly franchise businesses, the metaverse presents some cutting-edge opportunities. This article takes a closer look at some of the risks associated with franchising in a virtual world and what businesses should be doing to prepare. But like most things, it's not without some pitfalls.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2025

On the development side, AI systems are helping pizzerias attract the right franchise partners. For example, at Cannoli Kitchen Pizza, sauces, doughs and specialty items like cannoli cream are prepared at a commissary and shipped to franchise locations.

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Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Recognized as a global leader in the bubble tea sector, Chatime continues to expand and build as an innovative beverage brand with over 1,400 franchise locations worldwide. Product innovation remains vital for success in the bubble tea marketand the beverage industry more broadly.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 15, 2025

What do you look for in franchise partners and how do you support them? When selecting franchise partners, I look for individuals who are business-minded, passionate about health and wellness, and committed to upholding the standards of the brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 30, 2021

foodservice brands frequently expand into Canada, the reverse is less common. The simple reason is: technology. Many Canadian restaurant brands hit an immediate wall when they attempt to adapt to the United States’ tech-forward approach to operations. restaurant market.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2024

On October 1st in Chicago, Meta’s Restaurant Summit brought together more than 100 marketers from some of the most recognizable franchises in the industry for a buffet of diverse programming, discussion, and exploration into the world of restaurants.

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Goliath Consulting

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

He owns several fast-food franchises, including Krispy Kreme and Papa Johns, where he also serves on the board of directors. His company, Magic Johnson Enterprises, has owned numerous Burger King and Starbucks franchises, and he played a key role in bringing high-end dining options to underserved communities.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2025

Consistent Excellence For restaurants with multiple locations or franchise concepts, consistency is key to maintaining a unified brand experience. For franchised businesses, success is largely driven by uniformity; when one location falls short, it impacts the reputation of the entire brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 25, 2024

For chain and franchise restaurant owners, tackling these issues can be challenging, as owners don’t always have the capability to easily increase pay. This is because franchise owners with small businesses are generally limited to off-the-shelf programs and whatever benefit offerings the corporate parent of the franchisee offers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2020

For franchises, that means making sure your evaluations and data collection house in order. across your franchises. Customizing your standards to reflect your franchises’ unique operations will give your data more depth. We’ve put together five steps for getting the most out of your data: 1.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The casual-dining pizza chain hopes to add about 75 domestic locations via franchising over the next five years starting with an operator in Nevada.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 10, 2023

For franchise owners, maintaining uniform excellence across all outlets is key. For franchise owners, analyzing data across all branches can unveil patterns that might go unnoticed on an individual scale. Franchises need to ensure that loyalty programs are consistent across all locations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 23, 2021

In this episode of The Main Course , host Barbara Castiglia talked with Steve Schulze, the Founder of Nékter Juice Bar, a juice bar that is at the forefront of the juice cleanse revolution with cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and acai bowls.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The world of food franchising has been a catalyst for pioneering innovations that have had a ripple effect across multiple industries. After all, the McDonald brothers, with the pivotal support of Ray Kroc, changed our approach to franchising altogether. However, most companies’ communication efforts stop there.

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Restaurant Business

AUGUST 14, 2024

A Deeper Dive: Kerri Harper-Howie, a second-generation McDonald's operator out of California, joins the RB podcast to talk about the ups and downs of operating a franchise.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 19, 2024

In this discussion with Franchise Growth Solutions , he discusses the transition from Biggy's to LocOhana, which translates to "crazy family," and the decision to franchise the brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 20, 2020

Furthermore, Franchise Direct, as of 2018, determined that there were nearly 275,000 franchised restaurants in the United States. And at each and every one of them, operators and franchisees are entirely beholden to the security provided by that franchise brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

In a study conducted by InGage Consulting and Franchise Business Review, franchisees that are engaged in their business are 3.7 The top-performing restaurant franchises have robust training and support in place — but that doesn’t always mean it’s centralized and organized. Create a Central Hub with Engaging Content.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2025

“‘Experience’ means different things to different groups,” Valerie McCartney, VP of Franchise Development at Broken Yolk Cafe, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. For some, breakfast is a simple, grab-and-go convenience, while others prefer to savor a dine-in brunch.

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