The pre-shift meal: Sometimes simple is best for team building

by Jennifer Yugo, Ph.D. — Principal Consultant, Engaging Business Communications

One of the easiest and most effective options for "team building" is the pre-shift meal.

Consumers rank Panera, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, DQ as favorite brands

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

Results are in from a study created via a mobile insights platform that captures customer impressions of some of the nation's premier QSR brands.

Snap Kitchen rebrands to 'revolutionize'

May 10, 2016

Snap Kitchen is rebranding and launching a new ad campaign at its 43 locations nationally, according to a company news release. With sites in…

Dean Foods acquires Friendly's

May 10, 2016

Friendly's Ice Cream LLC announced today it is selling its retail ice cream and manufacturing business to Dallas, Texas-based Dean Foods Company. Friendly's…

Captain D's sails into Spartanburg

May 9, 2016

Captain D's started this week by opening its second corporate location in Spartanburg, South Carolina, in the past six months. Another location was opened last…

Site selection secrets for restaurant tenants

The commercial space chosen by a restaurant tenant can be a deciding factor in the success or failure of the business.

Negotiating the operating costs as rent for restaurant tenants

There are aspects of the operating costs that can be changed to the tenant's favor, although most commercial real estate professionals may explain that…

Bridg launches Reveal data analysis system

April 18, 2016

Bridg has launched Reveal to provide new and potential clients with complimentary, customized customer data analysis.

Franchising focus: Little Greek Fresh Grill growing as Americans embrace new flavors

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The Tampa-based chain is on a mission to make Greek food more accessible.

Kitchen design and technology: 5 ways to improve foodservice operations

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

A successful foodservice operation must incorporate three elements: food, people and equipment.

At the Summit: Are you embracing the Internet of Things in your franchise?

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Everyone seems to be talking about the "Internet of Things," or IOT, but what does that have to do with restaurants?

Who's winning the fast casual pizza game?

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

The fast casual pizzeria craze shows no signs of ebbing.

At the Summit: How to create a franchise-friendly supply chain

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

The supply chain is often the thorn in the side of franchisors, especially those that have brands spread nationwide or globally.

Wingstop, Pizza Hut, Cici's Pizza execs debate importance of mobile apps

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

The customer experience at a restaurant is paramount to a restaurant's success. Mobile apps have become increasingly part of that experience, but how important…

MOD Pizza completes 115th install of PAR's Brink POS

April 6, 2016

MOD Pizza has opened its 115th store in the U.S. outfitted with PAR's Brink POS software and PAR EverServ 500 terminals.

Pie Five wins award for loyalty innovation

April 5, 2016

Paytronix Systems Inc announced the fifth winner of its 2016 Paytronix Loyaltees Awards: Pie Five Pizza for the Loyalty Innovation award.

Trademarking 101: Can Chipotle be the 'Chipotle of the better-burger' segment?

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The term "better burger" may prove difficult to trademark, however, as it's been widely used among media and other restaurant operators to describe a variety…

Slapfish CEO urges Summit attendees to 'make your most annoying customer your best friend'

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Slapfish founder Andrew Gruel responds to approximately 30 online reviews daily about his company — regardless of whether they are positive or negative. He…

Customers will ultimately pay the price from wage increase, says Sonic chief

April 1, 2016

The higher minimum wage will likely be paid for through menu pricing in order to keep franchises profitable, says CEO Clifford Hudson.

California green-lights $15 minimum wage

March 31, 2016

California lawmakers are signing off on a bill to boost the state'’s minimum wage to $15 within six years.