HotSchedules, QSR Automations partner to bring restaurants operations to Internet of Things

March 4, 2016

HotSchedules has partnered with QSR Automations to bring guest management and kitchen display systems to the Internet of Things.

Meatheads upgrades digital menu boards, launches LTOs

February 25, 2016

Meatheads has upgraded its digital menu boards and added a couple new menu items, including fish and chips.

Eco-Products launches new line of compostable plates, bowls

February 18, 2016

Eco-Products is launching a new line of compostable plates, bowls and containers made from brown wheat straw.

Eyenalyze launches iOS back-office restaurant mobile app

February 16, 2016

Eyenalyze, a provider of back-office solutions, announced the launch of its iOS app.

What is your restaurant's carbon footprint?

Countries and companies across the globe are making climate change high on their agenda.

Olo receives $40M investment

January 21, 2016

Olo, a maker of digital ordering and delivery solutions for multi-location restaurants, has received a $40 million minority investment from The Raine Group, a…

New app allows restaurants to deliver deals in 60 seconds

January 18, 2016

BogoDine LLC, a technology startup company, announced it has chosen Traverse City, Michigan, for the test-market launch of its BogoDine mobile app platform.

ParTech Inc, Punchh integrate Brink POS Software solution for restaurants

January 15, 2016

ParTech Inc and Punchh have integrated the Punchh platform with the Brink POS Software solution for restaurants.

Paytronix introduces new user interface, features

January 5, 2016

Paytronix Systems Inc, a provider of reward program solutions to restaurants and retailers, has released a new user interface with navigation and search…

10 'dynamic' ways outdoor digital displays will entice, surprise customers

The days of static signage are quickly moving to the rear window with digital signage out in front providing the best way to stand out in an increasingly…

Tropical Smoothie Café launching new packaging designs

December 2, 2015

Tropical Smoothie Café is creating packaging materials to reflect its new brand image. The chain has partnered with starrdesig, to redesign its Styrofoam and…

Ask the experts: Have digital menu boards reached critical mass?

by Christopher Hall

"If you're talking about in a traditional QSR market space — behind the counter, up on the ceiling, in the inside of the building — I would say there's still…

Costa Vida goes mobile

November 25, 2015

Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill has launched its first mobile application allowing guests to earn rewards through the app and online ordering.

Demand for cups, lids to increase more than 5% per year through 2019

November 18, 2015

Worldwide demand for cups and lids will increase more than 5 percent per year through 2019.

4 for 15: 4 speakers, 15 minutes each, limitless knowledge

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Three fast casual restaurant operators and other experts share their insights about the industry and how they've found success and value in it.

Jamba Juice using new blenders

November 4, 2015

Jamba Juice is outfitting all of its 807 locations with Blendtec blenders.

Henny Penny celebrates opening of new training center

November 3, 2015

Henny Penny, a designer and manufacturer of cooking, holding and display equipment, is expanding again. The company has added 46,000 square feet for a training…

FCES15: The evolution of restaurant technology

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

There has been a massive evolution in the use of technology within the past decade, the past five years — and even within just the last year. There are no…

FCES15: Beverage smarts: What’s on trend

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Beverages are an important aspect of the consumer dining experience and play a critical part of a restaurant’s branding efforts. Being on trend is key to…

Carpigiani shares sweet opportunity with 'Fantastick 4 U' concept

October 23, 2015

The gelato bar concept is gaining momentum in the frozen dessert market with gelato bar shops surfacing across the U.S.