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Yelp taking health inspections mainstream

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

While restaurant operators continue to maintain food safety practices, health inspection records are finding their way onto very public domains.

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5 ways for restaurant owners to achieve brand relevance

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Chains must have Industry, Community, Target, Brand and Value relevance.

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Restaurant operators must move from the Technology Age into the Transformation Decade

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Futurist David Houle told restaurant operators at the Fast Casual Executive Summit how to stay relevant in the 'Shift age.'

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How the 'meaning at work' affects fast casual employees

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Employees who find "meaning at work" are likely to be more productive, loyal and more engaged with the brand.

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Paving the way for leadership success

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Embrace times of transition with these five steps.

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Brazilian chain Giraffas eyes U.S. growth

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

How a leading Brazilian quick-service chain plans to expand with a fast casual model for U.S. consumers.

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The changing role of corporate consciousness

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

How fast casual CEOs are turning an enlightened approach to sales success.

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The new direction of digital technology

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

With smartphone adoption outpacing the PC revolution and Internet boom, restaurant operators have increased opportunity to reach every guest.

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Higher menu prices boost earnings, but can it last?

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Operators prepare for higher food costs as droughts continue in the Midwest and overseas competition threatens the U.S. food supply.

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Panera Bread sales success boosted by investment initiatives

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

The company sees gains at it continues to improve marketing, catering, operational and food quality.

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