Technology: A brand-driver or a necessary evil?

by Steve Starr — Chief, starrdesign

Allowing your guests to view menus, place orders and read nutritional information while at home or on-the-go is paramount. But just because we can, should we…

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.

Go Roma goes digital

February 9, 2016

The new “Go Roma To Go” feature allows users to choose their location, place an order and pay online for quick pick-up.

Researcher: Loyalty platforms a must for millennials

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Though monetary value is crucial, millennials can incentivized to maintain loyalty participation through other means.

Free webinar focuses on how IoT can boost guest engagement, revenue

January 22, 2016

Attendees will learn how McDonald's and other chains are boosting campaign performance up to seven times by using mobile data to better target campaigns.

Report: coupons primary reason consumers engage with brands on mobile

January 22, 2016

Vibes, a mobile marketing firm, has released its 2016 Mobile Consumer Report, which examines consumer perceptions and opinions about mobile marketing and…

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…

Panera exec: Payment, mobile innovations achieving major success

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

Panera's still full throttle in expanding payment strategies to reduce consumer friction points and enhancing the customer experience.

sweetgreen's tech team focused on 'Innovation, impact, sustainability' to design mobile app

The chain recently launched a mobile app with seamless integration and single sign-on for mobile ordering, mobile payment and a rewards program.

7 tips for running an awesome online ad campaign

Today’s most powerful marketing tool for reaching this "instant gratification" audience is online advertising.

Live webinar: Execs to dicuss how, why they use mobile POS to run businesses

January 15, 2016

Registration is now open for the Jan. 19 live webinar, "How A Tablet POS Can Make Your Business More Profitable With Less Investment."

5 ways to boost the fast casual mobile experience

The most successful fast casual establishments are leveraging mobile technology to forge stronger relationships with their customers.

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…

Fast casual pizzeria adding delivery

December 31, 2015

Persona Pizzeria is starting the new year off by launching a delivery service.

Fast-food breakfast is 'top food story' of the year

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Three of this year's top-10 stories revolved around the fast food industry: Domino's new emoji ordering option ranked as No. 7 and the availability of alcohol…

Saying no to digital: Why haven't all restaurateurs embraced new POS systems?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

A new study looks at why many restaurants haven't implemented a digital POS system.

10 fresh restaurant marketing ideas for 2016

Today there are marketing techniques that won't break the bank and will help you save time. Use these restaurant marketing ideas to take your business to the…

Revention partners with Vantiv Inc for EMV solution

December 9, 2015

Revention, a provider of custom point-of-sale solutions to the hospitality industry, announced it has partnered with Vantiv Inc to provide a secure EMV payment…

Live webinar today to teach operators how to master location-based marketing

December 3, 2015

As consumer usage continues to shift to mobile, location-based advertising is becoming one of the fastest growing strategies for restaurants when it comes to…

Live webinar tomorrow to teach operators how to master location-based marketing

December 2, 2015

As consumer usage continues to shift to mobile, location-based advertising is becoming one of the fastest growing strategies for restaurants when it comes to…