Business Strategy and Profitability Features
Four score: Loop Pizza Grill testing variety-friendly deal
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
As major chains continue to battle it out in the unending $10 pizza wars, some smaller systems are quietly flexing their own competitive price advantages.
read now
Fast Casual predicts top trends for 2011
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
It seems that 2010 brought about a series of buyouts and capital investments for fast casual chains looking to improve their operations for the year. While the…
read now
2010: Fast Casual year in review
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
Healthcare reform, bankruptcy protection and brand overhauls highlight a year full of the quintessential highs and lows.
read now
To buy or to build: A very good question
If you're planning to open a restaurant, the option of buying or building each have their own set of pros and cons. Here's what you should consider.
read now
Tis the season: Use holiday staff to build customer loyalty
If there ever was a time of year to invest in wowing guests, the holidays are that time.
read now
Wells Fargo to roll out mobile payments pilot
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
Wells Fargo & Company is rolling out a Visa microSD mobile payment pilot that will include 200 Wells Fargo team members who are users of specific…
read now
Pollo Campero showcases health at Disney restaurant
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Pollo Campero teamed up with its Orlando franchisee Larry Levy to develop and launch Fresh-A-Peel, which features healthier menu items.
read now
Chefs survey reveals 2011 menu trends
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
The National Restaurant Association’s “What’s Hot” survey of more than 1,500 professional chefs has revealed that local and hyper-local sourcing, healthy…
read now
Gift cards to boost industry sales
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
Despite modest gains, the National Restaurant Association’s chief economist is predicting the continued tightening of consumer spending.
read now
McAlisters Deli founders find second-time success
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
Nine years after the sale of McAlister's Deli, the Newcomb family gains ground with Newk's Express Café.
read now
FREEBIRDS reveals 2011 growth strategy
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
In recognition of its 20th anniversary, the creator of the Monster burrito looks to take a bigger bite out of Texas.
read now
What to consider before you Groupon
Successful restaurant marketing can increase guest counts, but if your restaurant is unprepared, it also could ruin your brand.
read now
Industry leaders define fast casual
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
From decor to food quality and service, fast casual insiders weigh in on what the segment means to them, the industry and consumers.
read now
Despite Q3 losses, investment firm gives Jamba Inc. a Buy
On paper, healthy juice and grub fast casual chain Jamba Inc. looks to have had a hard Q3: total revenue for the quarter decreased 16 percent from last year…
read now
Penn Station charters new growth territory
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
As the sub-sandwich chain celebrates 25 years, its founder and president keep their eyes focused on the future.
read now
Genghis Grill launches interactive television channel
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
Last week at Genghis Grill's franchise conference, the group unveiled its latest customer-engagement tool: Genghis Grill TV.
read now
Data security takes a layered approach
In 2009, 23 percent of the hospitality industry experienced a data breach, with restaurants and hotels leading the majority of cases. Here's how new…
read now
Fazolis caps year of growth with Wal-Mart pilot
by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance
Over the past three years, Lexington-based Fazoli’s and its team of veteran executives have worked hard to overcome the chain’s once downward slide. But since…
read now
LaVoie: Supply chain trends for 2011
Where technology and logistics are expected to lead the restaurant industry.
read now
