The restaurant industry is dynamic and constantly evolving, making growth and expansion exciting and challenging for operators. Successful growth requires a strategic approach that balances revenue planning, technology integration, and effective staffing choices....
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Restaurant Virtual Brands: Economic Benefit or Passing Fad?
In the ever-evolving restaurant industry landscape, virtual brands have emerged as a buzzworthy innovation. These "ghost kitchens" operate without a traditional brick-and-mortar presence, selling their culinary creations exclusively through online delivery platforms....
Boosting Restaurant Margins and Profits Without Hiking Prices
In today's competitive dining industry, maintaining profitability while keeping prices stable is a significant challenge for restaurateurs. High operating costs, fluctuating commodity prices, and the ever-evolving preferences of guests can all squeeze margins....
3 Reasons Why Restaurants Love Tableside Ordering with Squirrel 11 – Less Time Walking, More Time with Guests
With tableside ordering, servers will spend less time running between tables and the kitchen and spend more time attending to guests. Many restaurants have taken advantage of tableside ordering with Squirrel Mobility for their operations to enhance the experience for...
Level Up With Transformative Technologies
The restaurant industry is on the cusp of a transformative revolution driven by rapid technological advancements. From table-side ordering systems to kitchen automation and artificial intelligence, these innovations promise to enhance the dining experience and reshape...
3 Ways Restaurant Mobile POS Systems Keep Patio Operations Profitable
Creating efficiencies at your restaurant using Mobile POS solutions Understanding how to keep your restaurant patio operations profitable requires a strategic look at your on-the-floor dynamics. Part of this strategy involves understanding the role your servers should...
Are Robotics Really Coming to Hospitality?
Robotics in the restaurant industry is no longer the stuff of science fiction. From the kitchen to the dining room, robots are revolutionizing how meals are prepared, served, and even created. This blog post will explore the current state of robotics in restaurants,...
Boosting Restaurant Margins and Profits Without Hiking Prices
In today's competitive dining industry, maintaining profitability while keeping prices stable is a significant challenge for restaurateurs. High operating costs, fluctuating commodity prices, and the ever-evolving preferences of guests can all squeeze margins....
How Restaurants Can Use Loyalty and Reservations to Grow the Brand
In today’s fast-paced digital world, restaurants have many technological tools to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and grow their brand through positive word of mouth. Two such powerful tools are loyalty programs and reservation systems. When...
Navigating the Future Plate: 2024 Restaurant and Menu Trends and the Role of Technology
As we settle into 2024, the restaurant industry stands on the cusp of transformative changes, shaped by evolving consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and a relentless pace of technological innovation. In this article, we delve into the anticipated restaurant...