4 Key Takeaways On Retail Profitability From The 2023 RSPA Retail IT Channel Study

Learn the four main takeaways on retail profitability and business operations insights from the 2023 RSPA Retail IT Channel Study.

Restaurant Data Analytics: The Power of Data-Driven Insights

If businesses want to keep ahead of rapidly evolving trends and consumer preferences it is crucial that the restaurant industry turns to data for insights. In…

Webinar to look at dining trends, location patterns

May 4, 2023

Placer will hold a free webinar called "Dining 2023 Update: A Location Intelligence Perspective" on May 16, hosted by Fastcasual.com and Networld Media Group.

California Pizza Kitchen bakes up heart-shaped pizzas for Mother’s Day

May 4, 2023

California Pizza Kitchen will offer heart-shaped pizza for one day only this Mother's Day, May 14.

PizzaForno to launch in Atlanta

May 4, 2023

Automated pizzeria PizzaForno will open in Atlanta's Buckhead neighborhood, with two additional locations to open around metro Atlanta later in May.

Pizza Nova kicks off month-long fundraising campaign

May 4, 2023

Canada-based Pizza Nova has kicked off its 24th annual fundraising campaign in support of Variety — the Children's Charity of Ontario. During the month of May…

Papa Johns names Mark Shambura as CMO

May 3, 2023

Papa Johns has appointed Mark Shambura to chief marketing officer. Shambura will oversee brand and advertising; media and field activation; menu strategy and…

Imo's Pizza launches Sweet Heat Pizza, deal

May 2, 2023

Imo's has introduced its Sweet Heat Pizza for a limited time. The pizza features chicken, red onion, full strips of bacon, Provel cheese and a signature sweet…

Pizza Pizza launches PZA Pizzeria concept in Mexico

May 1, 2023

Pizza Pizza Limited has opened two PZA Pizzeria restaurants in Guadalajara and Ajijic, Mexico. PZA Pizzeria is an affiliated brand of Pizza Pizza Limited…

Pennsylvania pizzeria reopens after June 2021 fire

May 1, 2023

Jo-Lynn Pizzeria in Liberty, Pennsylvania, has reopened after a fire shut it down in June 2021, according to a WTAE.com report.

Networld Media Group launches Automation & Self-Service

May 1, 2023

Networld Media Group has announced the newest addition to its portfolio of online B2B media brands. The website, Automation & Self-Service, provides news…

Pizza Hut introduces sirloin steak for limited time

May 1, 2023

Pizza Hut has introduced cheesesteak to its menu on a pizza and in one of the brand's signature Melts. The menu items are available beginning May 2 for a…

3 ways to recapture ‘no preference’ customers

In the face of rising inflation, more pizza consumers are opting for less expensive in-home options. With the right incentives, restaurants can win them back…

MOD Pizza launches hiring program for adults with disabilities, formerly incarcerated

April 28, 2023

MOD Pizza has launched the MOD Opportunity Network (MOD O.N.), which connects MOD stores with national non-profit organizations that support the readiness…

Pizza Inn opens in Benton, Arkansas

April 27, 2023

Pizza Inn has opened a restaurant in Benton, Arkansas. The unit is under the helm of franchisee Scott Brake, according to a press release.

Chuck E Cheese gets his own Funko Pop! character

April 27, 2023

Chuck E. Cheese is getting his own Pop! figurine this summer, according to a press release.

Are You Compromising Your Star Printer’s ROI With Cheap Paper? Choose Blue Core

Learn the advantages of Star's Blue Core paper rolls for your Star printer, plus the benefits of each type: receipt, label, and linerless.

SynergySuite Wins Gold Stevie® Award for 2023 Company of the Year

SynergySuite Wins Gold Stevie® Award for Company of the Year and Bronze Award for Achievement in Organization Recovery in the 2023 American Business Awards®

iRestaurant: Dirty Dough, Sweetberry, CKE Restaurants balance AI with human touch

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

During this year’s Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Miami, Florida, a session of industry experts and operators convened to discuss automation…

Marco's Pizza to expand Virginia footprint

April 26, 2023

Marco's Pizza has inked a four-unit deal to bring the brand to the central and northern Shenandoah Valley market in Virginia. The first two stores will open in…