Why fast casual brands are embracing digital training with open arms

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Paper-based employee training manuals and binders are quickly disappearing as staff training is going digital.

Kitchen United closes $10M funding round led by Google Ventures

October 8, 2018

Kitchen United, a virtual restaurant startup, recently closed a $10 million Series A funding round led by Google Ventures, according to a press release.

Como creates customer engagement campaigns in 5 minutes flat

October 8, 2018

POS customer engagement platform, Como, has launched a tool that allows restaurateurs to execute goal-driven marketing campaigns in under 5 minutes, according…

Woody's Bar-B-Q heads to Florida's Gulf

October 8, 2018

Jacksonville, Florida-based Woody's Bar-B-Q has opened in Lehigh Acres, Florida, expanding the brand's presence westward in the Sunshine State. The…

How UK's Leon redefined the fast food industry

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Leon Restaurants Co-Founder Henry Dimbleby shares insight on how he and John Vincent set about redefining fast food into "fast food focused on good living and…

Mod Pizza names former Johnny Rockets, Friendly's CEO to COO post

October 8, 2018

Mod Super Fast Pizza Holdings, LLC has named former Johnny Rockets and FIC Restaurants (Friendly's) President and CEO John Maguire to the COO's role as of Oct.

ShopKeep partners with Epson to provide receipt printers for restaurants

October 5, 2018

Epson America Inc., a provider of point-of-sale solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with ShopKeep, a tablet-to-cloud payments and point-of-sale…

Dickey's hires VP of Construction

October 5, 2018

Dickey's Barbecue Pit has hired Jared Madry as its VP of Construction. "We are excited to have Jared join the Dickey's Barbecue Pit team as Vice President of…

Chef Chatter: How to transform yourself into a 'business chef'

Making and keeping your franchise popular, relevant and unforgettable are certain keys to success that you must consider in great depth. Executive chef of…

SpotOn buys EmaginePOS to help power pay-at-the-table for restaurants

October 4, 2018

SpotOn Transact is acquiring EmaginePOS, which will enable SpotOn to equip restaurants and bars nationwide with a POS product, according to a press release.

The British are coming ... with crepes

October 4, 2018

London-based CrepeAffaire is coming to America, opening its first U.S. location in the first half of 2019. Founder and CEO Daniel Spinath said the company is…

Fazoli's upgrades mac 'n' cheese offerings

October 4, 2018

Fazoli's has upped its mac 'n' cheese game with a line of baked pasta dishes, Culinary Manager Rick Petralia, said in a company press release.

Should brands change menu items when faced with challenges from animal rights activists?

Rick Berman, executive director of Center for Consumer Freedom, discusses how restaurateurs should handle challenges from animal rights activists.

Pincho Factory expands delivery options

October 3, 2018

Pincho Factory has expanded partnerships with several delivery providers, including Uber Eats, Postmates, DoorDash and the online ordering platform, Olo. These…

Oracle Food and Beverage teams with Omnivore for POS solutions

October 3, 2018

Oracle Food and Beverage, a provider of hardware and software solutions for foodservice operators, has partnered with Omnivore, a point-of-of sale connection…

Hughes introduces firewall solution for small and medium-size businesses

October 3, 2018

Hughes Network Systems LLC, an EchoStar company, has introduced HughesOn Secure Connectivity Services, a network solution for small and medium-size businesses…

Pei Wei embraces transparency, challenges Panda Express to do the same

October 3, 2018

Fresh. Wholesome. Transparent. These three words are the foundation of Pei Wei's latest initiative — The Wei Forward — which "embodies the brand's belief that…

Farm Burger names COO

October 3, 2018

Farm Burger has named David Danowitz as its chief operating officer. With more than 25 years of restaurant industry experience, Danowitz previously held…

Wahoo's Fish Tacos making James Beard House debut

October 3, 2018

It's not common for a fast casual brand to host dinner at the James Beard House in New York, but California's Wahoo's Fish Tacos has earned a seat at the table…

Keeping your website protected from lawsuits

Protecting your website from lawsuits is an important part of thriving on the digital wave. Here are some things to watch out for to your brand safe.