The evolution of Mazzio's Italian Eatery: Expanded menu, footprint makes brand a standout

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Mazzio's Italian Eatery is a 108-unit pizza brand based out of Oklahoma. For the past several years, the brand has been overhauling its existing restaurants…

Why digital signage has made printed menu boards a thing of the past

How often do you think about your menu boards or signage? Not a lot? That’s probably more common than you think. The truth is, most of the time, business…

Why restaurants don't really need fully automated kitchens

by Kathleen Siddell — Content Specialist, alwaysAI

Transitioning to a fully automated kitchen can be unnecessarily costly and time-consuming, according to alwaysAI's Kathleen Siddell, who recommends testing…

Webinar explores tools White Castle tapped to revolutionize operations, reduce labor

September 5, 2023

In today's fast-paced business landscape, efficiency is the name of the game. Multi-site operations face unique challenges in streamlining processes and…

Unlocking commercial kitchen efficiency with thermal printing technology

In the modern, professional kitchen, precise control over heat and temperature has transformed how technology integrates into culinary operations. Such…

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Grubhub bringing Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology to college campuses

August 30, 2023

Amazon's Just Walk Out technology is now available at Loyola University Maryland, the first Grubhub-partnered campus to deploy the technology. It offers a…

ConverseNow intros AI ordering

August 29, 2023

ConverseNow, an AI technology platform for restaurants, has released its latest virtual ordering assistant, powered by OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Bard. With…

SoundHound, ChowNow answering the (restaurant) call

August 29, 2023

SoundHound AI, a provider of voice artificial intelligence, is joining forces with ChowNow, an online ordering and marketing platform, to allow restaurants to…

DoorDash introduces AI, agent-powered voice-ordering solution

August 28, 2023

DoorDash has launched voice-ordering capabilities incorporating AI, building on its model leveraging agents to support restaurant operations. The…

Why VARs Surpass Online Marketplaces For POS Tech

Find out how VARs in retail and POS system technology bring expertise to ensure you have the best solutions for your business needs.

Fast casual execs talk deploying AI when budgets are tight

August 23, 2023

Cutting costs, reducing errors, improving customer satisfaction and enhancing the customer experience are just a few benefits of incorporating artificial…

Cousins Subs adds Apple, Google Pay

August 21, 2023

Cousins Subs has launched an SMS program, Apple and Google Pay and split payments, all aimed at enhancing the guest experience and providing greater…

Collaborating with the right equipment and supply consultant offers unmatched peace of mind

Overseeing day-to-day operations of one or more locations takes time, experience and organization. That’s why finding the right equipment partner in the…

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Webinar: Voice AI helps restaurants drive customer satisfaction, growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

August 15, 2023

In an era marked by rapid technological advancement, the intersection of artificial intelligence and customer-centric strategies has emerged as a pivotal…

SparkPlug joins Toast Partner Ecosystem to incentivize restaurant staff

August 15, 2023

SparkPlug, which incentivizes staff through a gamified system that rewards them for customer engagement, is partnering with Toast, a cloud-based, digital…

Kendra Scott, Farmer's Fridge, Bluestone Lane execs discuss technology, training at ICX Summit

August 14, 2023

Tech-savvy customers expect a seamless experience, no matter how they interact with your company, which means employees must have the tools and training they…

Cartwheel partners with Toast to help restaurants optimize delivery operations

August 11, 2023

Cartwheel, an on-demand delivery management platform, has joined the Toast Partner Ecosystem in an effort to help restaurants using Cartwheel's Hybrid Delivery…

Meeting The Online Order Surge: How Hardware Impacts Efficiency

To stay competitive, businesses must handle online orders, and one crucial aspect of this is re-evaluating their hardware systems.

How Voice AI Is Driving Customer Satisfaction And Growth

Join SoundHound and Oracle Food & Beverage as they discuss how voice AI for restaurant ordering is expediting sales in a way that drives growth while…

POS systems at heart of restaurants, but avoid these common mistakes

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In the dynamic world of the restaurant industry, staying competitive and efficient is vital for success. With the rapid advancement of technology, modern point…