The Rail

DECEMBER 11, 2023

By Dmytro Spilka, Contributor Embracing digital transformation and utilizing a digital ordering system can provide greater levels of convenience for your restaurant with better efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Taking the next step in readying your restaurant or food delivery service for digital ordering can come with many benefits.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Streamlining Inventory and Menu Studies show that restaurants waste an average of four percent to 10 percent of all the inventory they purchase. Elevating Customer Experience In an age of increasing convenience and transparency, a seamless ordering process can turn curious diners into loyal patrons.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 28, 2022

Some great examples for restaurants are: How often the customer orders. What the customer orders. Which of your locations the customer orders from most. What the customer orders. How the customer prefers to order (for delivery, for pick-up or to dine-in). How many people does the customer orders for at a time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature pizza predictions, Valentine's Day menu trends and lots about loyalty. Pizza Ordering Predictions HungerRush released the results of a national dining survey on 2024 pizza ordering predictions for The Big Game (February 11) and National Pizza Day (February 9).

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

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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Focus POS

DECEMBER 4, 2020

This increased demand for online ordering and delivery, paired with various social distancing regulations, caused a massive shift in the restaurant industry. Restaurateurs struggling to stay afloat without patrons in the dining room turned to online ordering to keep revenue trickling in. Is it ultra-easy and intuitive for customer use?

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

By staying on top of profit margins, you can make informed decisions about pricing, portion sizes, and operational costs, thereby improving your profit margins. Therefore, exploring effective ways to increase sales and carefully managing expenses, pricing, and menu offerings become vital strategies in maintaining a healthy profit margin.

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The Restaurant Times

JUNE 6, 2023

Restaurant management software revolutionizes food establishments’ operations by providing efficient tools to manage inventory and control costs. With the complexities of running a restaurant, tracking inventory manually can be time-consuming and prone to errors.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

In 2024, brands will continue to overcome the challenge of accessing and aggregating this valuable owned data to cultivate this level of hospitality and long-term brand loyalty. Stored value will also emerge as a critical element in loyalty programs, offering added flexibility and customer benefits. – Joe Hand Jr.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Restaurants will continue to embrace digital on-premise, including mobile ordering and payment at the table, to streamline operations and improve the guest experience. Restaurants will continue to embrace digital on-premise, including mobile ordering and payment at the table, to streamline operations and improve the guest experience.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Create a fixed-price ‘Mix and Match’ menu with soups, salads, and sandwiches for customers to choose from. (If If you’re stuck on how to price, $9.95 With a BOGO (Buy One, Get One) deal, guests pay full price for their first item and receive a discount on a qualifying second item. is a common one.)

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24/7 Waiter

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Online food ordering has seen exponential growth over the last few years and continues to expand. If you want to increase your sales, an online ordering system for restaurants is crucial. How to Stand Out With so much competition in the food service industry, you need to make yourself stand out to reap the rewards of online ordering.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 9, 2023

Worryingly, in the same study 3 in 5 respondents said a business would lose their loyalty if what they’re offered is “un-personalized.” When voice AI solutions are used for placing orders as opposed to in-person or mobile ordering, some data has shown that the average order value increases by 20-40 percent.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The system can also help to streamline front- and back-of-house processes to increase employee workflow and production efficiency, as well as customer capacity requirements, allowing outdoor orders to be handled quicker and with better service.

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Harbor Touch

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Restaurants of all sizes embrace software technology to improve the customer experience and streamline operations, from ordering systems to kitchen automation. By using POS business systems , restaurants can process orders more quickly and accurately than ever. Innovating online ordering. Transforming customer service.

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24/7 Waiter

JULY 19, 2023

A convenient restaurant order-taking system fulfills many of your customers’ wishes. Ordering takeout meals from restaurants has become extremely popular with every sector of the population. An online ordering system that stands out against the competition can help boost your sales and increase your customer base.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 31, 2022

ERP systems streamline and automate inventory management, provide real-time low-stock notifications, allow users to download critical data, and improve overall visibility into the business. Restaurants should consider what reports they can pull from a potential POS system and research other software prices and features.

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Open for Business

MAY 19, 2023

And showing that you’re aware of the latest trends can attract new guests, build loyalty, and raise your profile. Digital ordering has been a game changer, and the latest trends for 2023 could change how hospitality businesses operate even more. Instead, they show orders on a screen and can even help manage how meals are coursed out.

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Sling

MAY 9, 2023

For more suggestions on how to build strong relationships at work, check out these articles from the Sling blog: How to Have a Strong Employee/Employer Relationship 12 Leadership Theories And Styles For Managers 2) Improve restaurant security A strong RO program will also include some form of security. Here’s how to achieve that.

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Focus POS

JANUARY 15, 2020

Tighter inventory control. Your restaurant POS systems helps reduce costly errors by improving order entry accuracy, and can optimize your pricing to ensure you get the best profit margin possible. 35% increase for reduced order errors. Inventory Tracking. These could include things like: Speedier checkout.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Do you want people to stay at your restaurant longer and order more? Historically high gas prices are pushing consumers towards EV options. After eating a meal at your establishment, they’ll have a good excuse to linger and order another drink, coffee, or dessert while they wait for their car to charge.

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Aaron Allen & Associates

MARCH 3, 2022

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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Squirrel Systems

MAY 25, 2021

Examples of extended functionality include adding online order processing from third-party delivery platforms, delivery, and loyalty and gift cards to your POS. Inventory management software makes it easy to do so right from your restaurant POS. We look at this more deeply in the next section.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Will you have servers or will customers order at a counter? Can customers use a self-serving kiosk or order from their phone? Include information about competitors’ menu options, pricing, hours, and location. Customer Database & Loyalty Program: Explain how you plan to re-engage customers once they visit your pizzeria.

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MBB Hospitality

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It involves tracking the cost of each ingredient, understanding seasonality, and recognizing price fluctuations. This granular approach helps in making informed decisions about menu design, portion sizes, and pricing, ensuring that each dish contributes positively to your bottom line.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Given the increase in off-premise, we expect to see more drive-thru’s similar in format to Checkers & Rally’s iconic double drive-thru model, which dedicates one lane to traditional consumer drive-thru service and one to e-commerce only, including pre-paid digital orders for pickup and third party-delivery orders.

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Cheetah

MAY 11, 2021

Once you have a grasp on your establishment’s total allowed capacity, give some thought to the following: Inventory stock Back of house staff Social distancing and a better dining experience These 3 key pillars can make the difference between a streamlined restaurant reopening and a stalled one. Stock Up on Inventory.

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7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

You may discover that your target customers enjoy an afternoon pick-me-up and are sensitive to price. This research will dictate your hours of operation and pricing plans! Expected menu prices. Make this calculation using the following formula: BEP =Fixed Costs / (Sales Price Per Unit - Variable Costs). Business loan.

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Sling

JULY 24, 2023

Toast offers both front desk and tableside hardware for taking orders, processing payments, and allowing guests to track the status of their orders. In addition, Toast offers products ranging from payroll and tips management to inventory management , email marketing and more. It offers countertop, portable, and mobile options.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

They're people leaders, customer service providers, line cooks, inventory managers, occasional bartenders, public relations reps, number crunchers, and even marketers. Can you undercut their prices, or out-market them? Restaurant owners and operators wear a lot of hats. We live in a world where diners are inundated with choices.

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Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

These include food production and inventory management. The department is responsible for purchasing and managing inventory, food preparation, cooking and plating, menu planning and pricing, food safety, and hygiene. This person organises tickets and checks orders are going out correctly. Its origins are unclear.

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Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Technology-Driven Convenience The demand for convenience continues to shape the restaurant industry, with an increasing reliance on technology for ordering, delivery, and payment. They support online ordering, mobile payments, and loyalty programs and can integrate with third-party delivery services.

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Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Restaurant POS systems rely on table-side ordering directly communicating from the server to the kitchen and bar. In a food-focused model, things move slower, and the diner’s experience is the most important thing.  The best POS for your bar allows you to run open tabs, split checks, and track your inventory.

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Mad Mobile

MARCH 1, 2024

From server robots to ordering kiosks in fast food establishments, it seems like there’s always a new gimmick trying to get your attention. But data shows that it’s more than just about the flashy toys. In the first model, customers have access to kiosks or tablets at the table and can place orders and payout at their convenience.

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Restaurant365

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Restaurant owners, operators, and managers are constantly faced with decisions about accounting, operations, inventory, customer service, and staffing. Optimized CoGS starts with accurate and detailed inventory management , which informs all purchasing decisions. Implementing New Pricing. Minimizing Food Waste.

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BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Real-time, easy-to-change readings of stock, pricing and customers and employee statistics improve sales performance. A POS targets pinpointed messages that match customer interests, thus aiding marketing initiatives, including gift cards and loyalty programs. A POS system includes hardware and software. Credit card reader.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

We have also learned that our guests are willing to try new things and have really embraced our touchless ordering system as well as our new takeout offerings. We realized how important transparency and communication were this year, both with our staff and our customers, in order to make everyone feel comfortable and feel safe.

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