Features
Johnny Rockets tests self-order kiosks in moving to a QSR format
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Self-order kiosks play an important role in moving to more of a quick-serve format for Johnny Rockets as the 30-year-old iconic brand seeks to refresh itself.
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Wasabi to employees: We like you, we really like you
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Some of the world's leading brands make their employees their first and most important customer. The UK-based foodservice brand,Wasabi, is making it a priority…
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Kiosks killing jobs? Current events beg the question, but the facts say otherwise
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Automatic Merchandiser
Several restaurant chains are using kiosks and other technology that allow orders to be placed more rapidly and efficiently. Kiosks are fostering fears about…
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Kiosks killing jobs? Current events beg the question, but the facts say otherwise
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Automatic Merchandiser
Several restaurant chains are using kiosks and other technology that allow orders to be placed more rapidly and efficiently. Kiosks are fostering fears about…
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Starbucks pizza? Yes, it's true
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
The chain's ambitious plan will increase revenue by 10 percent, grow earnings per share by 15-20 percent and drive mid-single-digit comp growth each year…
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Why Moe's Southwest Grill, A&W focusing on digital marketing
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Digital media is always changing, so it's important to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments.
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Saladworks refreshes brand with innovative technology, featuring Life Bar kiosks
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
For those who are technology savvy who don't want to sit through a queue, speed is more important than human interaction.
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Going 1-on-1 with Garbanzo CEO
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
James Park took the reins just over a year ago at Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill, leaving behind a VP title at Which Wich. He's spent the past year streamlining…
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Fast Casual Summit: 4 questions restaurant brands must answer
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
At last month's Fast Casual Executive Summit outside Los Angeles, restaurant marketing consultant Gerry O’Brion said the difference between winners and losers…
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A 4-step plan to boost holiday catering sales
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Brands striving to increase catering sales this holiday season should ask and answer four questions.
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Fast Casual Summit: 5 lessons learned from m-commerce innovators
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Why restaurants must "adapt to mobile commerce or die."
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Last-minute federal injunction halts OT rules
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Less than a week before the overtime regulations were to kick in, a federal judge in Texas has blocked the rule that would have made an estimated 4 million…
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Top seven steps to supply chain heaven outlined at summit
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Figuring out supply chain problems has a new urgency and importance today that might not have existed just three years ago. Here from the Fast Casual Summit…
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Franchise Focus: How Mamoun's is taking Middle Eastern food mainstream
With 14 franchises under development, Hussam Chater, director of franchising and co-owner of Mamoun’s, plans to grow the brand to 200 by 2020
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Free Webinar: Pilot Testing Restaurant Digital Signage - The Only Way to Fly
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Invest an hour of time in the free webinar, Pilot Testing Restaurant Digital Signage: The Only Way to Fly. It's chock-full of checklists, proven testing rules…
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Report: 4 top pizza industry growth factors
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Good news came this morning in the form of a new report on the global pizza market for the next three years. Technavio's latest research shows that the market…
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Holy Guacamole! Are avocados back or not?
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Is the avocado shortage still on? The answer, it seems, depends on who you ask and what news source you rely on.
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Going global: Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit adds European event
Early-bird registration is now open for next year's London and Dallas summits.
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50 menu additions perfect for fall
by Matthew Harper — Intern, Networld Media Group
While some restaurants are capitalizing on the pumpkin craze, others are challenging the status quo and releasing seemingly unrelated menu items this fall.
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Webinar: 7 essential strategies to recession-proof your restaurant
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Are you leaving money on the table? Learn how to turn your POS into a money-producing machine for what some analysts believe is a coming restaurant recession.
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