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Aperitif for Change: Dry January’s Lingering Influence

Modern Restaurant Management

Local events and weather may have influenced trends in some states, like New Mexico and Louisiana. For a deeper dive into what restaurant operators need to know about this trend,, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Geoff Michener, CEO & Founder, dataplor.

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Beyond the Health Inspector: Creating a Culture of Cleanliness in Multi-Location Restaurant Operations

Modern Restaurant Management

Consider the explosive growth of TikTok restaurant reviews where influencers document dining experiences in real-time. Clean bathrooms communicate volumes about your overall operation. The stakes are particularly high for multi-location operations, where inconsistency can damage brand perception across your entire footprint.

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From Local Love to Lasting Loyalty: Five Marketing Tips for Community Engagement

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Leverage Social Media and Local Influencers Social media and local influencers are invaluable tools for building connections and expanding your restaurant’s reach. In addition, partnering with local influencers extends our reach authentically.

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What Restaurant Operators Need to Know About Music Licensing

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It's important for operators to ensure they are abiding by the law and compensating the creators and rights holders. What should restaurant operators know about music licensing? Why do you think so many operators are unaware of licensing fees? Are there licensing scam schemes operators should be aware of?

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Balancing Dining Experiences with Cost-Conscious Strategies

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Zabaneh to elaborate on best practices restaurant operators should put in place now. What can restaurant operators do to bring in new guests and keep them coming back for more? For back of house, operators should focus on tech that drives speed, efficiency, and cost savings.

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‘Marketing Doesn’t Stop at Getting Customers in the Door’

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Omnichannel communications and value-oriented customer expectations are two elements challenging restaurant owners and operators, according to a survey from Klaviyo. Brand websites and web browsing are 533 percent more popular than online marketplaces for restaurant discovery.

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How Interchange Fees Are Reshaping the Restaurant Industry’s Bottom Line

Modern Restaurant Management

For restaurants, especially those operating on thin margins, these fees can influence pricing strategies, profitability, and even operational decisions. As a percentage of each sale, interchange fees may seem minor individually but can accumulate to significant amounts over time.