Sling

JULY 24, 2023

Restaurant management software is a rapidly expanding niche of software development. Some of these apps are designed to solve specific problems, like shift scheduling or point of sale , while others boast all-in-one suites for every aspect of restaurant management.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2020

In early March at Oracle's Food & Beverage conference held prior to the COVID-19 outbreak shutdown, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine discussed the company's plans for products and services designed to help Mom and Pop restaurants with Chris Adams, VP of Strategy for Oracle F+B about their future plans in the above video.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2021

Mobile-Based Loyalty Programs. Mobile-based loyalty programs will become a cornerstone of the QSR value proposition for customers, as they have welcomed the added level of convenience and value that come with loyalty program enrollment. Managing down third-party fees will improve margins as labor costs continue to rise.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their opinions on what we can expect in 2021. Contactless ordering at the table, virtual host stands, and online staff wellness checks have all become standard operating procedures for us now. Here are their responses. To read part one, click here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2021

This success is based on a pivot to seamless mobile experiences and tech-driven data amid an ever-changing set of variables from regulation to consumer behaviors. The NPD Group predicted that restaurant digital orders would triple in volume by the end of 2020 , with mobile leading the way. Simplified Mobile Experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Just as restaurants were on the path toward recovery after COVID-19 closures and safety restrictions, the current economic conditions continue to present challenges for the industry. A point-of-sale (POS) system can streamline the ordering and preparation processes, making it easier to improve service even during peak service.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2022

When restaurants got the green light to reopen their dining rooms, they implemented a host of safety procedures to prevent the spread of germs. To go contactless, customers scanned a small black and white square called a QR code on their mobile device to see a digital copy of the menu. The opportunities are endless. Boost Social Media.

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Lavu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

This statistic is based on a survey of restaurant operators conducted in January 2023. One key factor is that during the pandemic, many restaurants had to shut down or operate at reduced capacity, leading to layoffs and job insecurity. The restaurant labor shortage has had significant impacts on restaurant operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 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. Think behind-the-scenes kitchen tours or insights into who the people are that work at the restaurant, offering patrons a chance to immerse themselves in the brand.

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The Rail

APRIL 25, 2023

With the rise of third-party delivery platforms , such as Uber Eats and Grubhub, restaurants have been forced to adapt their operations to meet the demand for delivery services. However, with increased demand comes the need for effective delivery management. This can also help restaurants reduce labor costs and improve food safety.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Open Up More 'Ghost Kitchens' Restaurant locations are having a hard time keeping up with all the mandated restrictions to dining in. We’ve seen entire states reopen and re-close in short order due to spikes in cases. Even back in 2017, Domino’s was seeing 90% of its orders being placed through its app or online.

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ChowNow

OCTOBER 19, 2023

US Foods US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. Learn More Toast Toast empowers restaurants of all sizes to build great teams, increase revenue, improve operations, and delight guests.

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Ken Burgin

AUGUST 1, 2023

These are designed for training restaurant managers and head chefs in problem-solving and resource allocation. Have one situation each week for discussion at the manager’s meeting. Ask people from one department to suggest a solution for another department eg front of house suggests the solution for a kitchen problem.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their views on trends. Fortunately, we have exceeded in our efforts to reduce our footprint and maximize profitability to effectively operate our drive-thrus and maintain team productivity. Here are their insights.

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Apicbase

MAY 29, 2024

Every few months, a media article declares the death of ghost kitchens as a viable business model. The truth is ghost kitchens are alive and well. Interestingly, in the article, “ghost kitchens” is enclosed in quotation marks, meaning that the term was new at the time. Market data, however, tells a different story.

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ChowNow

OCTOBER 18, 2023

US Foods US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. ChowNow’s integration to Square allows restaurants to receive and fulfill every order into one POS and simplify their operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 23, 2023

For lengthy periods over the course of two years, businesses were forced to operate solely on a take-out and delivery basis, and it soon became evident that everybody would need to up their game. Consumers ordering deliveries still want to make sure it feels like they are treating themselves.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

You can go onto your camera app and press record, and record something that's less than 60 seconds of who you are, what you do, what you're doing for COVID-19 safety, why you're reopening, why you care about the community, why it's important that somebody comes and buys gift cards, whatever you're doing. But what can you do?

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Operations for 7shifts, I have been based in the New York technology and hospitality space for years (including a leadership role at Yelp for nearly a decade). Every restaurant has been forced to adapt their operations in order to survive and ultimately grow for the future. As the Head of U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 12, 2021

When the pandemic hit and indoor dining was prohibited, the demand for online ordering, curbside pickup and drive-thru usage skyrocketed. As QSRs continue to evolve their technology capabilities, it’s important to look beyond the obvious options, like mobile app ordering and online delivery. AI Voice Automation.

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Apicbase

MAY 30, 2024

It’s an all-in-one tool that supercharges every aspect of your restaurant’s performance, from order accuracy to customer loyalty, and even helps you increase profit margins. The hardware includes user-friendly terminals or tablets with high-resolution touchscreens for easy order-taking. How exactly does it do that?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 18, 2020

launched its COVID-19 online operator resource, the US Foods Restaurant Reopening Blueprint. The blueprint provides operators with a how-to for putting key COVID-19 guidelines into practice as they plan reopening efforts. restaurant operations. Embracing preparation and safety protocols as part of your restaurant's story.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

The pandemic has permanently altered the consumer-restaurant relationship with operators investing in technology and real estate to align with changing consumer preferences, according to the 2021 Restaurant Franchise Pulse survey, conducted by TD Bank. Investment in delivery and mobile ordering pays off.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2021

One hotel in upstate New York increased salaries of kitchen staff to $20 from $12.50 Expect to see more self-ordering kiosks already present at Taco Bell, Panera and McDonalds. As for the thousands of restaurants that operate as a small business, Gen Z business owners seemed to be more poised to pivot to digital.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 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. For example, there will be fewer human interactions when ordering takeaways during busy lunch hours, quick customer seating, or bill payments.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 26, 2021

According to NPD Group data, takeout and delivery orders have increased dramatically, with takeout jumping from 18 percent to 60 percent within the FSR segment from 2019 to 2020. 2 What’s more, even when ordering takeout or delivery, there is an increased hygiene expectation for restaurants. In the U.S.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 9, 2022

Luckily, those tools already exist, enabling restaurant owners to save money, expedite contactless set-up and payments, and even fulfill customer orders directly (no outside delivery app necessary) on platforms that stay in-line with the restaurant’s brand image. Special deals : Restaurants learn so much from a customer’s order.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

To add resources to these guides, reach out to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com with news. " Under the banner of its longstanding “We Help You Make It” promise to foodservice operators, US Foods Holding Corp. Socialincs, Inc.,

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The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 28, 2021

In the restaurant industry, effective capacity management is critical to success which depends largely on how well you can control the traffic. Restaurant technology can simplify your operations to a great extent and . Customers also want to be able to order delivery and takeaway. Kitchen Display System .

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Focus POS

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

On one end, they struggle to keep customers amid safety concerns, and on the other end, they face difficulties trying to attract enough workers to meet customer demands. Implement Online Ordering—And Run With It. You can address staffing issues in restaurants by integrating an online ordering solution into your business operations.

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The Restaurant Times

JUNE 18, 2021

A good kitchen layout holds great importance for restaurants. While it’s true that a restaurant’s success comes from the quality of the chef’s cooking, a lot also depends on a functional kitchen, efficient management, and streamlined operations. Unfortunately, the kitchen layout is often overlooked.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 29, 2020

While waiting for our table (which was on an outside patio setting fully following social distance rules), I noticed there was a distinct difference in how the two establishments were managing COVID-19. Restaurant owners and managers should be asking themselves: How do we use this challenge to enhance the customer experience?

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The Restaurant Times

JULY 2, 2020

Restaurants will have to undergo significant and permanent changes in the way they operate. Along with offering quality in food and service, safety and hygiene will be of paramount importance. Reopening In The Covid World: Restaurant Safety Practices To Follow. Some of the safety measures that restaurateurs can adopt are; .

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 30, 2020

The restaurant industry had to adapt to changes in consumer behavior during the COVID19 pandemic, testing out operational innovations and relying on technological solutions that allowed for social distancing and ensuring sanitation (1, 2). Tech for Touchless, Contact-Free Dining. Employee Health.

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Focus POS

MARCH 24, 2021

5 Reasons Why Restaurants Need Contactless Mobile Pay-at-Table Solutions. With vaccines rolling out, 2021 will hopefully be the year that restaurant operations can resume as normal. Regardless of states opening up, health and safety should still be at the forefront of all restaurant operations. Expedite Transactions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their perspection on 2020: What lessons did you learn and what do you feel the restaurant industry learned this year? John Moezzi, National Account Manager, Sharp NEC Display Solutions. Here are their responses. Click here for part one.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Restaurant operators once again find themselves refocusing priorities and altering their plans for 2022. While sales are trending higher, the National Restaurant Association reports three in four operators say recruitment and retention is their toughest challenge. Rely on Technology to Increase Operational Efficiency.

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