The 100th National Restaurant Association Show is in the books, and we're back home reeling from the sights, sounds, and energy of the event! We had our booth set up, detailing a smarter restaurant experience, and how technology can help calm your kitchen, simplify workflows and delight guests. …
Restaurant Franchising: How to get Started
When you think of franchising a restaurant, you likely think of any number of chain locations that exist throughout the country. In fact, according to Entrepreneur of the top 20 ranking franchises, 9 are restaurant chains. But how did a restaurant like McDonald’s make the step up from a single …
Grocery Industry Trends: An Evolving Dining Experience
Sweeping changes are unfolding in supermarkets all across the country as grocery industry trends spur innovation. Grocers have been rolling out curbside delivery, online ordering, drive up and go options, and rush delivery to capture the “make-my-life-easier” market segment. Meanwhile, supermarkets …
Food on the Move: Removing the Unknown with Order Metrics Screens
Have you ever been to an airport and thought to yourself, "I want a decent restaurant meal before my flight, but not sure if I have the time?" I do a lot of traveling, and I'm always wondering where to get food on the move based on my boarding time. A "grab & go" operation wins typically, as I …
Restaurant Industry News Roundup: April 2019
April showers bring May flowers, and we’re bringing you another round of news in the restaurant industry! From restaurant sale predictions for 2019 to KFC’s Virtual Influencer Colonel, we’re showering you with news across the industry. Restaurant Sales on Pace for $863 Billion in 2019 According …
Instagram & Restaurants: Is Your Restaurant Insta-Ready?
As social media platforms continue to emerge and attention spans continue to shift, how you present yourself is critical to how you engage in your customer base. Studies indicate that around 30% of millennials, a substantial and growing portion of the market, are influenced by a restaurant’s …