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Can Subscription Models Benefit Restaurants and Guests?

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant loyalty programs are nothing new so what can restaurants do to stand out from the competition and better engage with guests to build relationships? How and why are loyalty programs evolving? Loyalty programs are made to cater to customers' ever-changing needs and expectations.

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The State of Full Service Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

Additional findings inlcude increased inventory costs caused the greatest financial strain for operators in 2021 with 33 percent citing it as their top expense, followed closely by rent (30 percent) and labor (30 percent). . Now, more than half of all operators (57 percent) report offering a loyalty or rewards program of some kind.

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8 Ways to Navigate The Restaurant Staff Shortage

Lavu

Some have involved staffing agencies, increased wages, offered signing bonuses, or implemented referral programs to attract new employees in the service industry. Additionally, some businesses have partnered with job training programs and schools to attract a new generation of workers to the industry.

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NCR Reveals 2022 Hospitality Trends and Predictions

Modern Restaurant Management

While sales are trending higher, the National Restaurant Association reports three in four operators say recruitment and retention is their toughest challenge. Chick-fil-A even reported disabling curbside ordering in some locations to reduce strain on their workers. Here are some trends NCR is watching as move into 2022.

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Restaurant Management Software: A Comprehensive Roundup

Aaron Allen & Associates

There are so many things to think about — from inventory management to restaurant payment and billing and more — it can be difficult to keep track of it all. We’ll explore software for inventory management, restaurant payment and billing, food delivery, dashboards, restaurant onboarding, reservation management, and ERP systems.

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The ultimate guide to restaurant technology for restaurant owners

Open for Business

Today’s tools are high-tech, user-friendly, and mobile so you don’t have to be physically in the restaurant to stay on top of the business. It can sync with a loyalty program. OpenTable helps create customized floor plans and helps to sort flexible table inventory to serve more guests during any given shift.

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8 Ways CFOs Can Help Restaurant Groups Through the Restaurant Reopening/Recovery

Restaurant365

Use of automation and self-service for both in-store ordering and drive-thrus. Increased focus on restaurant loyalty programs or custom mobile apps. Strong vendor relationships can help you ensure continuity in product, better pricing, and high-quality standards for inventory.