Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2025

. “As we celebrate this milestone, it’s inspiring to see the next generation bring fresh energy and innovative ideas to the table, ensuring we remain a leader in food marketing for years to come.” Consumer priorities have also shifted, with greater demand for transparency, sustainability, and authenticity.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2025

Just as Chatham alumna Rachel Carson’s pioneering work in sustainability changed America’s understanding of the environment, our induction advocacy will change the future of the culinary industry.” We also cover the health, performance, and financial benefits of transitioning to electric and sustainable kitchens.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2024

This is an innovation that consumers appreciate: 42 percent of diners have already used kiosks , and one in every three people say they would like restaurants to have more kiosks available. Back-office digital innovations are also helping restaurants manage costs and make the most of their workforce.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2021

Combine the rising prices of food with the drive to be more sustainable, and we have reached the point where we need to reduce, reuse, and shop local. Here are 10 tips for promoting sustainability in the food industry. Permaculture is a science based on the principles of ecological design and sustainability within natural ecosystems.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2020

The multi-unit chain prides itself as a mission-focused dining venue with relaxed, eco-friendly dining spaces, making sustainable choices for fresh, locally grown food, and operating a culinary internship program for young adults coming out of foster care.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 13, 2022

This change will directly contribute to the coffee chain’s 2030 sustainability goals to conserve water usage by 50 percent and achieve carbon neutral green coffee. My vision as a climate advocate and inventor-turned-entrepreneur is to create innovations that reduce environmental impact.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Revenue Management Solutions’ (RMS) Q3 survey revealed that 36 percent of respondents said they plan to dine out less, and a higher percentage reported a decline in dining out across all restaurant segments. Sustained loyalty is the goal in this highly competitive, price-driven market. Hope in the hybrid (worker).

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Zabaneh to elaborate on best practices restaurant operators should put in place now. With inflation and rising costs, what are some practical suggestions for restaurants to manage costs while offering value to guests?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 16, 2024

." Lynch has more than 20 years’ experience managing large CPG and retail brands in marketing and brand strategy. "Loyalty innovation is not always true innovation," Lynch added. "It’s Therefore, they enhance their program with “innovation” to them but not necessarily industry innovation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

2025 Cocktail/Beverage Trends Ingredients on the Rise Super Juice Acid correction is a technique that allows bartenders to sustainably mimic flavors not locally available, such as using acid-corrected local citruses in Roatán in the Caribbean to replace lemons in cocktails.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Convenience and a wide range of options have emerged as key purchasing drivers, providing significant opportunities for innovation to ensure more inclusive and seamless payment experiences. Consumers now expect innovative solutions that support seamless journeys, and payment technology must support this transition to smart mobility.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 29, 2025

Retailers : Grocery stores have responded by imposing purchase limits on eggs to manage supply. Advanced Inventory Management : Utilizing data-driven forecasting tools allows businesses to anticipate fluctuations and adjust procurement strategies accordingly. Bakeries and breakfast-focused establishments are particularly vulnerable.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The QSR industry is heading into 2025 at a crossroads of innovation and expectation. The innovations introduced in 2024 set the stage for progress, but 2025 is the time to move from experimentation to optimization. Start with areas where AI can make a measurable impact, such as inventory management or targeted promotions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 17, 2023

Are meeting the demands of key stakeholders (including customers, employees, investors, the media, and influencers) who want to align with reputable, ethical, sustainable, humane, diverse organizations. Trying to manage the ISO compliance process manually is costly, labor-intensive, stressful, and error prone. Meet consumer demand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 24, 2023

AI can also improve sustainability within restaurants – and throughout their supply chains – with huge benefits that include waste and carbon emissions reduction, cost savings, and meeting consumer demand. Restaurant managers must ensure that their suppliers’ sources are trustworthy, and their products are high-quality.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2024

What’s not commonly known is that used cooking oil can be transformed into renewable plastics and lower-emission renewable fuels, like renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), part of a growing list of useful products derived from recycled cooking oil and other renewable raw materials.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In fact, leveraging IoT is revolutionizing the sector by optimizing supply chain management, enhancing the customer experience, and facilitating data-driven decision-making. Boosting sustainability efforts. Consider cold chain management, quality control, inventory management, and/or any other aspect that can be optimized.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Shanks about the brand's growth, compeition, loyalty, and social media savvy. We have distinguished ourselves in a number of ways including innovation, brand, and quality. What is the XO Marshmallow concept and how is it distinguished from its competition?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2025

For more than two decades Sam Ballas, Founder of East Coast Wings + Grill, has focused on brand building in a smart and sustainable manner. AI-driven tools can help optimize everything from labor scheduling to inventory management, reducing waste and improving margins. At Sammy’s Sliders, we’re committed to doing our part.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2025. These innovations will allow restaurant operators to do more with less and help create smart, seamless experiences that meet rising guest expectations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

This recovery was largely supported by strong takeout and delivery sales, which played a crucial role in sustaining revenue streams. Franchisee platforms like zignyl help achieve this by centralizing management across their locations in a single dashboard.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2025

To tackle these challenges, restaurant owners are relying more on digital tools like mobile ordering, self-service kiosks, and AI-powered workforce management. These technologies minimize errors and improve order accuracy, while AI-powered scheduling optimizes workforce management.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 17, 2022

Legumes, vegetables, fruits, seeds, and nuts, which make up a large part of the vegan diet, have proven to assist in the management of a wide range of chronic diseases. Vegan or plant-based culinary trends and innovative methods of eating have captured the attention of the entire world.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. To showcase bold new flavors, On The Border has elevated its menu, and the innovative new dishes will be available for guests visiting North Point.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2025

This will also allow the operator to concentrate on the operational and menu aspects, ensuring that both customer service and menu innovation remain exceptional and continuously evolving. Geofencing is an innovative way to send promotions or discounts to people when they’re nearby, driving foot traffic to your location.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Sweetgreen implemented tech solutions to improve their operations, boost sustainability , and personalize customers’ experiences. Innovative tech tools, like AI, can improve forecasting, inventory management, scheduling, customer service, marketing, and many other essential business tasks. Boost automation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

The year 2024 promises a journey of adaptation and fierce competition for the restaurant industry as it manages stronger-than-expected economic data and slowing inflation while dealing with the headwinds of short labor supply, more demanding customers and an uncertain political environment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2024

It’s no great surprise to say QSR and fast casual restaurants can be considered among the most energy-intensive commercial building types making it increasingly challenging for operators to balance the goals of efficiency, profitability and sustainability. Why is the restaurant industry at a pivotal moment regarding sustainability?

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The Rail

JANUARY 21, 2025

However, traditional waste management methods often fail to address the root causes, depriving businesses of all the benefits of reducing food waste. In this article, we'll explore five practical ways AI helps restaurants reduce food waste by up to 30%, making sustainability an attainable goal for the industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2024

A staff of skilled, experienced team members keeps dining rooms running smoothly, boosts efficiency in the kitchen, builds goodwill with customers, and pushes restaurants to innovate – all of which contribute to business success and sustainability.

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Restaurant Business

MARCH 10, 2025

Todays consumers are very knowledgeable about ingredients, and theyre looking to beverages to conveniently manage their health. We see a surge in the functional beverage space thats blurring the boundaries for all beverage formats creating opportunities for innovation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2025

Unfortunately, this often results in headaches, lost revenue, and extended downtime However, 3D modeling and design technology are ushering in a much-needed revolution in managing renovations, giving a much-needed solution for simplifying the process. They then can decide what sustainable investments will align with their brand and operation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2025

MORE , or Movement to Organize for Restaurant Equity,, is led by industry veterans and seeks to address challenges from Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) under attack to economic instability, striving for a more equitable and sustainable future for the 12 million people employed in the nation’s second-largest private industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. Initially seen as symbols of sustainability, they are now appreciated primarily for their performance and features.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Focus on Sustainable Food Production. As climate change puts traditional farming methods – and food production – at risk, there will be a renewed effort around sustainable food production, like vertical farming, hydroponics, and aquaponics. Manage Suppliers All Along the Supply Chain. Increase Quality and Accuracy.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

” To delve more into the process of eliminating seed oils, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine quizzed Daniella Voysey Olson, Chief Growth Officer. This initiative was a multi-year effort that demanded extensive sourcing, innovation, and close collaboration with our culinary team and suppliers.

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SpotOn

APRIL 14, 2025

Recent product innovations enhance operational efficiency and guest engagement for restaurant operators. With a focus on helping restaurants navigate economic pressures and improve profitability, SpotOn has released tools for improved financial management and solutions for streamlined payment flows.

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