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Restaurant industry contracting, says NRA
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
The NRA's monthly composite index reflecting the health and outlook for the nation's restaurant industry is reflecting the overall shadow that appears to be…
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The incredible growing menu: Taking your digital system chain-wide
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
As digital menus become the new standard at quick-service restaurants — both inside and at the drive-thru — it’s becoming increasingly critical to make these…
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Reuters report says restaurants and robotics still haven't mixed
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Reuters today published a story on the use of robots in food service, which shows that most restaurateurs are staying with humans for the bulk of their needs…
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Commodities: Yum Brands only gainer during a tough week for pizza stocks
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Aside from Pizza Hut parent, Yum Brands, last week was a pretty rough one for pizza stocks.
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Yum! Brands okays separation, increases dividend and appoints board member
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Lots of high-level action occurring this week at Yum Brands with its board of directors giving the go-ahead to the previously announced separation of the…
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Commodities: Another profitable week for pizza operators
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Aside from stabilizing auto fuel prices and slightly rising natural gas prices, last week was a particularly rosy one for pizza restaurateurs' bottom lines.
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Texas groups join NRF to sue Labor Department over new overtime rule
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
A group of Texas chambers of commerce has joined the NRF to file suit on behalf of the "millions of employers and employees" that the groups say the new rules…
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Commodities: A good week to be in the pizza biz
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Despite all the doomsayers last week, predicting the beginning of a restaurant recession, pizza restaurateurs had a very good week last year at the market.
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What the best-dressed pizzas are wearing now
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Almonds, arugula, potatoes and eggs, are just a few of the players in the results of our completely unscientific poll of cool and surprisingly tasty pizza…
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The franchisee's financial 4: Top tips to get investors to show you the money (Part 2 of a series on restaurant financial issues)
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
In yesterday's initial part of this series, readers got expert advise on equipment leasing options and how they can help with your overall food service…
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To lease or not to lease: 5 tips, if that is your question (Part 1 of 2 on restaurant financing issues)
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
In a business that demands a steady and relatively liquid cash flow, leasing equipment can make a lot of sense. Here are five tips to help you decide what…
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Commodities: Prices on the rise
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
The price of commodities were mostly on the rise last week, while the value of pizza stocks fell, making the holiday week less than happy one for those in the…
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Study: 3 restaurant priorities that pay off big
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
A newly released study from Deloitte shows that a huge chunk of frequent diners prefer to order online, but at quick service restaurants they end up spending…
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15K restaurants deploy everything from unicorns to engaged employees to fight hunger
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Eat out so hungry kids can eat. It’s a simple notion with a huge possible impact, as nearly 15,000 restaurants nationwide join the effort to provide meals for…
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How a free meal can make customers for life
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Taking a chance with a free meal coupon can pay off in big ways with new customers in the market.
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Freebirds, United Airlines help restaurants understand location-based marketing
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
Location-based marketing is the best way to reach customers around our location and it's a very cost-effective way to market to consumers, said Erin Levzow…
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Technavio names Top 5 food-delivery services
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Technavio's latest research names the Top 5 players in home delivery worldwide, as well as some of the major market forces.
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Commodities: Cheese, wheat prices down, pizza stocks up
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
For pizza restaurateurs, it was largely a good week, with cheese prices continuing their descent, along with lower wheat prices and mostly improved pizza stock…
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8 ways to cut drive-thru times
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
The following eight expert tips for cutting drive -thru times should get your pick-up lanes moving along faster than ever.
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Getting 'granular' about restaurants' many possible uses for whole grains
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
It’s little wonder restaurateurs are seeking new ways to incorporate old grains into their menus, given the trend toward increasingly healthful eating from…
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