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Learning the New Financial Business Model (Slides) Industry leaders share ways to capitalize on financial business models. Download the slides from presentations given by: Louis J. Basile Jr., Wildflower Bread Company/ Jim Greco, Bruegger's Enterprises, Inc./ Larry Reinstein, Fresh City at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2009. Tags: Bakery Cafe, Branding, Financial Management, Financing and capital improvements, Marketing, Marketing/Advertising, Networks/Connectivity, Operations, Trends Sponsored by: Fast Casual Executive Summit

Brain Exchange (Slides) Brain Exchange Session. Find information on discussions relating to eight topics including: Fast Casual Startups, Menu Development, Web & Social Marketing, Team Dynamics, Winning Brand Design, Building Online Ordering and Catering, Direct Mail, and Leadership Techniques. Tags: Branding, Communications, Franchising, Marketing, Marketing/Advertising, Networks/Connectivity, Online Ordering, Online Services, Trends Sponsored by: Fast Casual Executive Summit

Four Considerations for a POS System in the Digital Restaurant With digital systems becoming more prevalent in restaurants, integration is vital to ensure smooth operations. And all-digital, integrated management system can help with real-time decision making, provide reporting and help with labor management. Tags: Assisted Selling/Point-of-Decision, Digital Display/Signage, Marketing, Menu Boards, Menu Boards & POP, POS Systems, Restaurant, Software, Software - Back Office, Software - Labor Management Sponsored by: Wand Corporation

Webinar: Best Practices for Digital Signage Content at the Point of Sale Members of the Digital Signage Association Content Best Practices Committee present and discuss examples of great content and the latest content strategies. They’ll show examples and provide tips on best practices. You’ll learn how to create powerful and relevant messages in retail environments. Tags: Association, Content Design and Aesthetics, Content/Content Management, Digital Display/Signage, Digital Signage, Point-of-purchase, POS, POS Systems, Webinar Sponsored by: Capital Networks, NEC, Wireless Ronin

Sustainability: A New Track To Profit (Slides) Sustainability: A New Track to Profit. Industry leaders provide testimony and advice on how to develop a restaurant with proper sustainability. Download the slides from presentations given by: Peter Truitt, Truitt Brothers/ Jeff Harvey, Burgerville/ Kate Geagan, Author, Go Green Get Lean at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2009. Tags: CRM, Going Green, Healthier Food Options, Sustainability Sponsored by: Fast Casual Executive Summit

Restaurant Insurance Worker's compensation, umbrella insurance, property insurance...finding the right coverage can feel overwhelming. But not have adequate insurance could spell financial disaster for an operator. Knowing how to choose the proper coverage and what the different policies are is crucial for financial wellness and peace of mind. Tags: Crime, Insurance, Legal Issues, Safety Sponsored by: Risk Services Corporation

Coaster Call Pagers Help Loveland Breakfast Club Seat Guests Faster The Coaster Call Guest Paging System allows guests to be notified instantly, no matter where they are – inside or outside the restaurant. Tags: On-site Customer Management / Paging, Operations, POS Systems Sponsored by: Long Range Systems

The Operational and Health Benefits of Beans Beans offer restaurant operators flexibility and a lower cost, as well as providing customers with healthier options. The stable shelf life and long holding times help reduce costs for operators, while the high-fiber and low-fat content of beans appeals to health-conscious consumers. And since beans are a staple of many diets around the world, they can be incorporated into a variety of flavor profiles. Tags: Burger/Steak/BBQ, Ethnic, Fresh Mex, Healthier Food Options Sponsored by: Bush Brothers

A Checklist for Restaurateurs: Optimizing Your Restaurant ROI Through Sustainability Sustainability may be the latest buzzword, but implementing its best practices can generate positive ROI and boost a restaurant's bottom line. Tags: Sustainability Sponsored by: Truitt Brothers, Inc.

Restaurant digital signage: Michel's Baguette Michel’s Baguette worked with ADFLOW Networks to attract customers and entice them to purchase from an array of fresh-baked offerings. Tags: Bakery Cafe, Content/Content Management, Digital Display/Signage, Digital Signage, Display Technology, Marketing/Advertising, Restaurant Sponsored by: ADFLOW Networks

Webinar: Seven ways to cut costs with retail systems integration and roll-outs Retail technology like digital signage and next-generation POS can generate revenue, increase efficiency and satisfy customers – but it also requires intelligent use of resources to deploy and maintain. In this webinar, you'll learn seven strategies for working with your systems integration and roll-out teams in order to save money, make the most of your assets, and get deployments up and running faster. Tags: Back Office, Delivery/Installation, Digital Signage, Installation & Integration, Large-Scale Deployment, POS, POS Systems, Webinar Sponsored by: National Service Center

Protecting Delivery: Insurance for Restaurants that Deliver Delivery insurance can be crucial to a restaurant that delivers. The cost of even one accident can quickly mount up. Learn what to consider when choosing the most appropriate delivery insurance. Tags: Delivery, Insurance, Italian/Pizza, Legal Issues, Legal Services, Safety Sponsored by: Risk Services Corporation

2007 Fast Casual Restaurant Top 100 Movers & Shakers Chipotle stays ahead of the pack. Tags: Asian, Bakery Cafe, Burger/Steak/BBQ, Coffee, Ethnic, Fast Casual Magazine, Fresh Mex, Italian/Pizza, Sandwich, Soup/Salad Sponsored by: FastCasual.com

2008 Fast Casual Restaurant Top 100 Movers & Shakers As for most industry watchers, culminating the very best of the breed in a fast-growing segment is often a difficult task. With more than 600 fast casual concepts in the half-trillion-dollar restaurant industry, paring the list down to just 100 is not for the faint of heart. Tags: Branding, Fast Casual Magazine Sponsored by: FastCasual.com

Executive Summit Keynote Presentation (Slides) Fast Casual Executive Summit Keynote Address. Download the slides from presentations given by: Paul Barron, Publisher and Founder FastCasual.com/ Dean Lindsay, Professional Speaker and Author The Progress Agents at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2009. Tags: Communications, Marketing, Marketing/Advertising, Operations Sponsored by: Fast Casual Executive Summit

True Restaurant Sustainability: More success, better future Sustainability's best practices go beyond following the latest trend to building a long-term business model based on principles that lead to economic success, build social equity and protect the environment. Tags: ROI, Sustainability Sponsored by: Truitt Brothers, Inc.

Digital Software Helps Airport Franchisee Enhance Customer Service In a busy airport, travelers want a convenient dining experience. JMJ-LLC, a Wendy's franchisee, teamed with WAND Corporation to install a state-of-the-art POS system that ensures speed, accuracy and cost savings. In a competitive market, WAND helped JMJ-LLC stand out. Tags: Customer Experience, Digital Display/Signage, Menu Boards, Menu Boards & POP, POS Systems, Restaurant, Software, Tech Solutions Sponsored by: Wand Corporation

Internet Marketing and the Social Media (Slides) Industry leaders provide vital information regarding the use of the Internet and Social Media to aid in your restaurant's growth. Download the slides from presentations given by: Boris Bugarski, Murgent/ Paul Barron, Fast Casual/ John Pepper, Boloco at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2009. Tags: Branding, Communications, Fresh Mex, Marketing, Marketing/Advertising, Trends Sponsored by: Fast Casual Executive Summit

National Restaurant Association Keynote Speaker (Slides) Immediate Past Chairman of the National Restaurant Association, Michael Kaufman, shares details on every aspect of the current restaurant industry. Download the slides of the keynote presentation here. See how the Fast Casual Alliance and the National Restaurant Association are joining forces to create an Industry Council for the Fast Casual Segment. Tags: Ask the Experts, Associations, National Restaurant Association, Trade or Association Sponsored by: Fast Casual Executive Summit

Webinar: What is the Digital Signage Association and Why Should I Join? View this webinar to learn everything you wanted to know about the Digital Signage Association. How did it start? What kinds of companies are members? What are the benefits? You’ll meet members of the Advisory Board, hear their thoughts and have the chance to ask them questions. Tags: Association, Associations, Associations/Conferences, Digital Display/Signage, Digital Signage, Display Technology, Menu Boards & POP, Webinar Sponsored by: Digital Signage Association

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