Digital signage is a viable and effective communications tool, but companies taking the first step in signage deployment will be much more successful on the playing field if they understand the …

One of the most frequent questions asked by merchants today is what happens if my business is effected by a data breach. What does happen? Truthfully it varies depending on several factors which …

There are many misconceptions out there regarding PCI compliancy and online ordering websites. There is no magic bullet fix to secure an online ordering web-site from vulnerability. To protect your …

A look at some of the most popular mobile apps consumers are using when dining out.

There are few, if any, industries more vulnerable to the risks of commodity price fluctuations than the food industry. In fact, the costs of ingredients and energy can be one of the largest …

A complete guide to pizza toppings and their impact on operations — trends, tastes, cost, usage and marketing.

Many chefs and restaurateurs consider their trade as something of an art form and would rather not give a second’s thought to that dirty little business word: marketing. After all, good food should …

Consumers are using mobile applications on their smartphone devices now more than ever. When it comes to staying in touch and keeping pace with consumers, restaurant operators who implement mobile …

PizzaMarketplace.com's inaugural review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands, people and trends leading the industry.

The biggest issues surrounding restaurant websites involve the overall design. Many websites overreach and are not compatible with today’s mobile technology while others underwhelm and fail to …

How Social Media Benefits the Bar and Nightclub Industry

More than 1 billion smart phones will be in use across the globe by 2015, according to technology research firm IDC. For restaurant operators, the proliferation of smart phone use will continue to …

In this keynote presentation, delivered during the 2011 Foodservice Social Media Universe, Altimeter Group’s industry analyst Jeremiah Owyang, he defines how companies of all sizes should develop a …

POS systems can create customer databases, increase the effectiveness of loyalty programs and improve the store-operator interface, if users take the time to learn how.

In 2011, we say goodbye to the "social media guru," the well-known Facebook "expert" and the “hot chick” with a hundred thousand followers. Today, we will say hello to the seasoned marketing …

The team is the reflection of the leader. If you are fired up, your team will follow suit. When your team is fired up, your customers order more, spend more and return more! In this presentation …

In this presentation, business growth strategies are the topic of discussion. Concepts that are examined include key strategies for a successful franchisor/franchisee relationship, development of the …

In this presentation, such topics of discussion include the roadmap to commodity markets, component pricing and risk management tools.

This Executive Summary, written by Fast Casual editor Valerie Killifer, summarizes the findings of the new 109-page report "Restaurant State of the Industry Report 2011, Part I: Food and Beverage."

It’s no secret that building a strong culture in your restaurant can strengthen your brand, but in the high-volume, high-churn environment of the service industry, it can be hard to keep employees …

“Digital Signage,” a frequently-used, all encompassing descriptor, reflects the economies of a fully digital supply chain for media creation, management, connectivity and presentation. Download …

While many operators are focused on branding efforts to drive sales, other strategies make more sense for small- and medium-sized restaurants. Local marketing initiatives that focus on driving …

Industry leaders provide vital information regarding the use of the Internet and Social Media to aid in your restaurant's growth. Download the slides from presentations given by: Boris Bugarski …

Industry leaders share tips and trends on how to enhance brand building in your restaurant through emotional connections with your customers. Download the slides from presentations given by: Ed …

Brain Exchange Session. Find information on discussions relating to eight topics including: Fast Casual Startups, Menu Development, Web & Social Marketing, Team Dynamics, Winning Brand Design …

Industry leaders share ways to capitalize on financial business models. Download the slides from presentations given by: Louis J. Basile Jr., Wildflower Bread Company/ Jim Greco, Bruegger's …

In the pizza business, the tools you use to drive business profitability are as varied as the toppings you offer. And one of the biggest investments in business technology most restaurant owners make …

As for most industry watchers, culminating the very best of the breed in a fast-growing segment is often a difficult task. With more than 600 fast casual concepts in the half-trillion-dollar …