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Every Employee Has a Role in Innovation

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Innovation, the late Peter Drucker pointed out in his landmark book, The Discipline of Innovation, is the “effort to create purposeful, focused change in an enterprise’s economic or social potential.” But where are your innovators? ” Innovation is a cool word, but at its heart is change.

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The Future of Dining in 2025 Is Smarter, Simpler, and More Personal

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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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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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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. When consumers order more food online, it’s clearly good for business – but it can also make it harder for businesses to manage inventory.

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Restaurant Market Research: Ultimate Guide to Market Analysis

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Tools to use for market research Surveys, social media, your website, and direct interaction with diners can help you gather data on customer preferences and dining habits. By monitoring hashtags related to dining and your local area, you can gain insights into cuisine trends and potential opportunities for menu innovation.

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Value Is the New Battleground for Loyalty

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The report found that loyalty is eroding as brands worked hard to offer new limited time offers, value meals, upgraded loyalty programs, and digital innovations. To delve more deeply into the results, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Hope Neiman, Tillster’s chief marketing officer.

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Taking a Trip Down Sweetlane

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To order via “sweetlane,” customers place their order through the sweetgreen website or app, and choose “sweetlane” as their desired retrieval method under “Select a Pickup Location.” As the first type of its fleet, sweetlane is a vehicle for innovation, bringing communities closer to real food.

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What’s MORE Important? A Thriving, Equitable Restaurant Industry

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To learn more about MORE, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to co-founder Liz Murray. She is also the Chief Operating Officer for The Marlow Collective and previously managed People Operations for Union Square Hospitality Group. organized, on track, and moving forward.