Digital signage in fast casual: building a better customer experience

by Digital Signage Today

The big names in the restaurant industry are starting to adopt technologies like kiosks and digital signage at a much faster pace. Fast casual restaurants are…

Cloud POS vs. digital ordering engine: Everything you need to know

by Noah Glass — CEO, Olo

As more restaurant brands develop digital ordering capabilities, restaurant technologists must understand the key differences between a cloud POS and a…

EMV 1 year later: Navigating through the process

The U.S. EMV liability shift will "celebrate" its one-year anniversary on Oct. 1, yet roughly 60 percent of U.S. merchants still cannot accept EMV.

Wake up, restaurateurs - Thursday is Coffee Day

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Restaurants are hoping to entice coffee lovers with freebies on National Coffee Day.

Rooting out today's top culinary trends

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Root vegetables are the food service trend of the moment, according to research on the top plant-based edibles in restaurant kitchens and menus from market…

Are your promos being used to commit fraud?

by Dave Bennett — President & CEO, Mirus Restaurant Solutions

The majority of restaurants have used some type of promotion in order to build revenue, introduce a new product, drive traffic or reward loyal customers. In…

Infographic: Why Starbucks' pumpkin spice latte is still scorching the competition

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

In the week since the return of the PSL, Starbucks even further increased its lead, owning 69 percent of the market.

How to create a nimble supply chain

by Bruce Reinstein — President, consolidated concepts

Brands must either invest in their own supply chain departments or bring partners in who can support them. Standing pat will only result in increased costs.

RetailMeNot's latest marketing approach is one restaurateurs might want to consider

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

RetailMeNot is taking an interesting approach to product promotion that restaurateurs might not only find fun to review, but might also consider for…

Pokemon GO ... away? Restaurants liable if distracted diners are hurt

By Nicholas Resetar/ Attorney

Self-order kiosks gain fans among restaurants, consumers

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

The quick service and fast casual restaurant formats may offer their customers different experiences, but both are starting to leverage self-order kiosks to…

3 steps to better restaurant food safety

by Betsy Craig — CEO, MenuTrinfo

The focus on food safety throughout the nation's food supply chain is at all-time high. Between consumer health issues brought about by the ingestion of unsafe…

What Chipotle's pay scandal can teach other fast casual brands

Businesses all over the US should be reviewing their own employee time clock systems to ensure they're properly recording —  and paying for — their workers…

How to avoid 5 financial pitfalls when opening a restaurant

Understanding the applicability of sound business practices such as cash flow management, benchmarked gross profit margins or salaries to scale can be just as…

Want social media success? Just EAT it

by Megan Redzia — Account Executive, SGW Communications

When it comes to social media success, it can be tough to remember that it's all about quality, over quantity in most cases. But the good news is, if you can…

The 'munchies' effect: How cannabis legalization will effect QSR traffic

by Eli Portnoy — CEO, Sense360

Will Colorado's legalization of marijuana increase traffic for the state's restaurants?

5 variables to consider when selecting your next restaurant site

When you’re looking for the right property for your restaurant, having a checklist of desirable criteria can help you stay on track.

Fast casuals, not fine-dining brands, leading restaurant segment in design innovation

by Steve Starr — Chief, starrdesign

Fast casual brands have been quick to adopt recent design trends, and QSR restaurants are following suite.

How license, permit knowledge can save your restaurant

One expert gives five tips regarding permits and licenses to help restaurant owners avoid long-term fines and sanctions.

How fast casuals can use government incentives to brew craft beer

Tax experts discuss how fast casuals can capitalize on federal and state research and development credits to develop their own beer offerings.