4 new ways to use beacon technology in your restaurant

You can begin deploying beacons by using them to send marketing messages, such as special deals and coupons, to customers, but do you know about these…

5 little missteps that are killing your kitchen

Here are a few missteps you are likely to make that hinder you from maximizing your weekly cooking efforts.

How to deal with renovations, construction

Before completing any renovations or repairs to the property yourself, it’s vital for restaurateurs to understand that landlords often reserve the right to…

Google goes "hands free" with mobile payments

by Will Hernandez — Editor, NetWorld Media Group

The company is testing what it calls a 'Hands Free' app that enables users to make and confirm purchases without a payment card or mobile wallet.

Catering checklist: 4 must-dos before serving customers offsite

by erle dardick — CEO, MonkeyMedia Software

Before any restaurant brand jumps into catering, there are a many thoughts to consider in order to ensure success.

How managing expectations leads to better return-to-work outcomes

Healthy employees are good for business, but the path from injury to resuming work duties is not always as smooth or efficient as your ordering process.

NYC surpassing salt ruling?

by Wade Winters — V.P. Supply Chain, Consolidated Concepts

Although chain restaurants in New York City are required to put a saltshaker icon on menu items that contain more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium, a Manhattan…

Funding your pizza franchise in 2016

Wouldn't it be great if your franchise funding options were as tasty as the pizza you believe in?

Restaurants celebrating Leap Year with offers for 'Leap Day' babies

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurants are celebrating Leap Year this year with offers for "Leap Day" babies, those born on Feb. 29.

The Pizza ATM: Gimmick or marketing genius?

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Although it's not yet in America, the Pizza ATM has been producing and dispensing pizzas in Europe for the past 13 years. Its owner has set it sights on…

3 changes to PCI mandate that restaurateurs don't understand

Three changes to the PCI DSS mandate have already had dramatic effects on a number of business owners and vendors.

5 ways to get the most out of your supply chain

Having the time and infrastructure to focus on 100 percent of what you purchase could be the difference between a good food product and small savings to a…

8 things no one tells you about protecting your brand's identity

Restaurant owners invest in developing a distinctive name, logo, color scheme, and marketing model but often miss eight crucial aspects of branding.

How to use your restaurant design to tell your 'real food story'

by Steve Starr — Chief, starrdesign

Incorporating your use of real ingredients and cooking processes into your design is vital.

In the restaurant Red Zone: Running the last 20 yards in the pick-up game

The success of mobile and online ordering can only be achieved when the digital strategy has an equally well-thought out plan to support pick-up or curbside…

5 ways to boost the fast casual mobile experience

The most successful fast casual establishments are leveraging mobile technology to forge stronger relationships with their customers.

7 tips for running an awesome online ad campaign

Today's most powerful marketing tool for reaching this "instant gratification" audience is online advertising.

Revisit your beverage program to cater to customer needs

Although a majority of pizza chains offer fountain drinks or ready-to-drink options, revisiting your beverage offering could uncover opportunities to…

Restaurants wooing customers on Valentine's Day

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Restaurant brands are trying to entice lovers on Valentine’s Day to show them a little love.

Hispanics play huge role in Super Bowl online pizza orders

Super Bowl Sunday is the biggest day for online pizza ordering across the U.S., and Hispanics are a big part of it.