Operations News
Franchise Association launches campaign for immigration reform debate
April 4, 2013
The International Franchise Association has launched an integrated advocacy campaign to "voice the needs of franchise business owners in the national debate…
read nowFree webinar gives tips on mobile payment security
April 3, 2013
Business owners are capitalizing on wireless technology to provide customers with new loyalty, payment and couponing programs. However, creating a mobile…
read nowOrange Leaf celebrates 3rd birthday with new flavors
April 3, 2013
This month, Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt is celebrating three years of growth by sharing two new cake flavors with customers: Chocolate Cake, the official…
read nowKids eat free at Capriotti's
April 3, 2013
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop has officially announced the start of "Kids Eat Free," which will run every Tuesday night from now through May 19 at participating…
read nowAlsea takes over Mexican Starbucks
April 2, 2013
Mexico restaurant operator Alsea has signed an agreement with Starbucks to take equity control over the coffee chain's Mexican stores, according to Reuters.
read nowSurvey predicts busiest summer hiring season in years
April 2, 2013
This year's summer hiring season is expected to be busier than it has been in recent years, according to the sixth annual summer jobs survey commissioned by…
read nowMenchie's CEO named to Forbes 'Most Promising CEOs Under 35' list
April 2, 2013
Forbes magazine has named Menchie's Frozen Yogurt CEO Amit Kleinberger one of its Most Promising CEOs Under 35, a subset of the business publication's list of…
read nowGas station fueling growth with new fast casual concept
April 2, 2013
Pilot Flying J, a gas station and convenience store with more than 650 units, has opened a fast casual dining concept inside one of its locations in St.
read nowBoston Market making barbecue its business
April 1, 2013
After two years of research and tests, Boston Market is adding St. Louis Style Ribs to its menu. The move makes Boston Market the first national fast casual…
read nowCintas' Battle of the Bowls restroom competition is back
April 1, 2013
Cintas Corporation is now accepting nominations for its annual America’s Best Restroom Contest, where the “Top 10 places to go—when you’ve got to go” are…
read nowPret A Manger an Operator Innovations Awards finalist
March 29, 2013
Pret a Manger's sustainability program has earned the fast casual brand a spot as a finalist for the National Restaurant Association's Operator Innovations…
read nowAction Systems adds iPad to POS software portfolio
March 29, 2013
Action Systems Inc., makers of the Restaurant Manager Point-of-Sale System and mobile POS solutions for restaurants, has added v18 software capabilities for…
read nowNRA: RPI falls below 100, but operators 'remain optimistic about sales growth'
March 29, 2013
Due in large part to softer same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) slipped…
read nowGreco resigns as Sbarro CEO; replaced by former Wendy's president
March 28, 2013
Sbarro announced today that current Board Chairman J. David Karam has assumed the additional duties of CEO. He replaces Jim Greco, who resigned from the…
read nowMajority Whip among NRA's Public Affairs Conference speakers
March 28, 2013
The National Restaurant Association's 27th Annual Public Affairs Conference, in Washington, D.C., April 17-18, will feature Congressman Kevin McCarthy…
read nowReport: Restaurant sector boosts franchise growth
March 27, 2013
The International Franchise Association released its updated 2013 forecast today, which predicts that franchise businesses will continue to grow at a slightly…
read nowSalsarita's launches Chimichurri Fajita Burrito
March 25, 2013
Salsarita's launched Chimichurri Fajita Burrito today and will serve it for a limited-time only. As part of the promotion, guests will receive plantable herb…
read nowReport: Restaurant deals no longer driving traffic
March 25, 2013
With restaurant visits on a deal or discount down last year, it appears that restaurant customers may perceive the price of deals offered over a length of time…
read nowLYFE Kitchen contract ensures LEED-certified restaurants
March 22, 2013
Shangri-La Industries has been appointed as project manager for LYFE Kitchen's expansion across the U.S.
read nowNRA recognizes Buffalo Wild Wings for safe alcohol practices
March 22, 2013
The National Restaurant Association has awarded Buffalo Wild Wings with its 2013 VIBE Vista Operator Award for Best Responsible Alcohol Service Program. The…
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