Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2021

Luckily, a commitment to more sustainable operations can coexist with healthy profits, and even growing margins. Below are five important areas of focus for restaurant and catering professionals who are re-imagining their operations for a newer, more sustainable normal. First Priority: Getting Smarter.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Without enough workers to meet diner demand, many restaurants have reduced operating hours and rely on overburdened staff, harming employee satisfaction and reducing critical staff loyalty. When using the right technology, however, operators can begin to address common concerns like understaffing, employee burnout and common wage concerns.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

To embrace the opportunities of the new year, restaurants should prioritize three key resolutions: embracing new customer experiences, emphasizing sustainability initiatives, and revisiting fundamental aspects of their operations. Back-of-house operations also offer significant technological opportunities.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Operators need to have a precise understanding of what they purchase, what they sell, and any variance between those amounts, so that they can identify where waste can be controlled. This is basically a hack that allows operators to only inventory their top value items for it to work. Technology? Not so much.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Sweetgreen implemented tech solutions to improve their operations, boost sustainability , and personalize customers’ experiences. In fact, when restaurants adopt tech solutions, it can significantly improve every aspect of their business operations. For instance, technology can help restaurants: Optimize operations.

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Restaurant Technology Guys

APRIL 24, 2024

The annual National Restaurant Association Show stands at the forefront of revolutionizing the foodservice industry, merging tradition with technological advancement. This year, they introduce us to 25 groundbreaking pieces of equipment, setting a benchmark for innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in back-of-house operations.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

We sat down with 7shifts' very own Preston Junger to chat about opportunities for restaurants and how restaurant technology is evolving for the inaugural episode of our interview podcast. So I think that's the opportunity the technology has been there, and now the technology is getting better even still through the past year,” says Junger.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 14, 2023

Secondly, cybercriminals tend to be technologically savvy, able to penetrate this vulnerability, to scale-up the speed, volume and sophistication of their attacks. So what are some of the benefits of AP automation, and how can using this technology protect restaurants from fraud?

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 17, 2022

However, as the appreciation of the craft of coffee has grown, technology has also come to play a more important role. Now more than ever, baristas, roasters, producers, and consumers all rely on technology to understand more about the coffee they brew, roast, grow, and drink. How has technology changed over the past decade?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 21, 2022

This is just one of the questions restaurants are tackling in their focus on sustainability. Whether they’re trying to cut down on gas emissions due to repair calls, become more energy efficient, or keep more equipment out of landfills, restaurants are finding creative ways to foster sustainable practices. Bottom-Line Impact.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Others are plastic and can sustain a drop. Let Technology Do the Back-Office Work. They need intuitive technology that enables them to be relevant inside the four walls of their restaurant. Handling these responsibilities and spending time on the floor can feel like an impossible circus act.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 22, 2024

. "This transaction reflects Subway's long-term growth potential, and the substantial value of our brand and our franchisees around the world," said John Chidsey, CEO of Subway, adding that there are no anticipated changes to the company's leadership team, strategic focus or operating plans.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 14, 2024

This renaissance, characterized by a blend of tradition with technology, is reshaping the essence of wine selection, moving away from the notion that tech seeks to replace tradition. This shift from traditional expertise to technological innovation in wine selection is reflective of a broader transformation within event planning.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2022

With new problems come opportunities for new innovations, and technology has been a vital resource for restaurants during the pandemic. Technology has helped restaurants survive the pandemic, but it has also become a regular part of the dining experience for millions of customers.

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Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 17, 2023

From the increasing reliance on technology to a growing emphasis on sustainability , there have been significant developments across all areas of the supply chain. However, thanks to the growing prevalence of technology and online platforms in the coffee industry, it is now easier and more streamlined than ever to buy green coffee.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 10, 2024

Restaurant operators have faced stiff headwinds since 2020, with a near-constant swirl of inflation, supply chain and labor challenges. But if last year was any indicator, restaurant operators are on the road to relief in 2024. Here’s how restaurant operators can evolve with them. Full-service menu prices climbed 4.5

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 9, 2024

The foodservice industry is poised for some significant shifts in the new year as a result of changing consumer demand and rising trends being seen across the industry, but that said, there are simple, effective solutions for how operators and restaurants can stay ahead of these shifts.

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OneDine

JANUARY 9, 2024

As we step into a new year, the restaurant industry continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, with technology playing an increasingly pivotal role in shaping its landscape. Smart Kitchen Technology : Automation and smart devices are becoming increasingly prevalent in kitchen operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In 2023, the restaurant industry experienced a remarkable transformation, driven by the rapid integration of advanced technologies. Technology Integration – Restaurants leveraged AI, IoT, 5G, and quantum computing to optimize operations, enhance inventory management, streamline supply chains, improve food safety, and more.

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Transact

OCTOBER 21, 2021

WorkStation, received an award from C-Store Decisions as a Hot New Product for Foodservice Safety & Sustainability. WorkStation ranked in the top 3 in the prominent Foodservice Safety & Sustainability category. WorkStation as it is the most innovative technology solution for printing grab n go and food safety labels on-demand.

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Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

As we settle into 2024, the restaurant industry stands on the cusp of transformative changes, shaped by evolving consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and a relentless pace of technological innovation. They support online ordering, mobile payments, and loyalty programs and can integrate with third-party delivery services.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2024

Using technology to facilitate contactless payments, online ordering, and quick table rotation can increase consumers’ satisfaction and loyalty. Brands can leverage email marketing, CRM, and AI technologies to send tailored and targeted content, promotions, and suggestions to their customers across numerous channels and touchpoints.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2024

To revitalize the workforce and enhance operational efficiency, it is imperative that we boldly explore innovative solutions across reskilling, retention, and robotics. Understanding the Drought The labor shortage has hit hard, with many restaurants operating below capacity despite a rebound in customer demand.

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The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Sustainability is a concept that has gained popularity everywhere, including in the restaurant industry. When it comes to food trucks, a lack of sustainability can give rise to multiple problems. Setting up a sustainable food truck is, therefore, a new concept. . 7 Ways To Set Up A Sustainable Food Truck.

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Apicbase

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

What ís new, however, is that affordable new technologies are increasingly tipping the scales towards greater profitability. The most sustainable way to reduce costs is to make processes more efficient. There’s one caveat, though, the ROI of tech is faster and more pronounced for restaurant operations with multiple locations.)

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Ken Burgin

JUNE 7, 2022

Sustainability is about survival and prosperity – can we put that upfront? Now more than ever, with soaring supply prices, staff shortages and crazy weather, sustainability makes sense across all business areas – it’s much more than recycled packaging and local vegetables. They have a vital purpose and passion.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

However, persistent labor shortages are pushing restaurants to explore automation and artificial intelligence to streamline operations – from kitchen management to customer service – to alleviate staffing pressures while also enhancing efficiency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

More than half of restaurant operators said it would be a year or more before businesses conditions return to normal with food, labor, and occupancy costs are expected to remain elevated, and continue to impact restaurant profit margins in 2022, according to the National Restaurant Association's 2022 State of the Restaurant Industry report.

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Cheetah

DECEMBER 10, 2021

To many, the difference is small when your operation depends on it. Operators are diversifying oil types and supply sources, while adjusting menus and learning how to prolong fry life. . Operators who relied mainly on this once cheap and neutral tasting cooking oil must now evaluate the alternatives.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This is where innovative technology steps in, offering a silver lining. The right technology can help restaurants worry less about simple tasks and more about prioritizing their authenticity. They drive the demand for clean labels, responsibly sourced ingredients and sustainability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2024

To minimize service disruptions across restaurant operations, proactive businesses prioritize not just navigating the current economic environment but also preparing for any uncertainties in the future. Reevaluating operational processes helps find opportunities to increase a company and its restaurants’ financial position.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2023

The food industry has been historically slow to integrate technology and digital solutions. Here are the ways technology is revolutionizing the culinary world through. Using cutting-edge technology positions restaurants to unlock a wealth of prospects to enhance the customer experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In a world reshaped by the pandemic, evolving labor markets, and shifts in consumer behaviors, restaurant owners are increasingly turning to technological innovations. These technologies, often unseen but highly influential, are quietly revolutionizing culinary practices and guest experiences.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 29, 2022

I spoke with two Kenyan coffee professionals to understand how typical Kenyan washing stations operate, as well as some of the challenges that coffee farmers face when using them. Individuals are also not allowed to deal directly with farmers , and must instead buy through co-operatives. Read on to find out what they said.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Contactless payment solutions drive operators’ revenue and elevate customer experiences, but how can the technology set restaurants up for long-term success? The restaurant industry has perhaps seen higher adoption rates of this technology than any other industry. Thinking Long Term When Evaluating Restaurant Technologies.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 23, 2023

To learn more about how loyalty programs are evolving, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Joseph Yetter, the General Manager of Punchh, a PAR Technology Company. The need for more personalized and technology-driven experiences drives the constant evolution of loyalty programs.

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Restaurant Technology Guys

MAY 29, 2023

On the podcast we talk about creating sustainable restaurant operations by enhancing the back office. With more and more purchasing and inventory systems being used in the industry empowers operates in minimizing wastage and unnecessary food costs by taking action on the theoretical and actual cost.

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