Kitchen design and technology: 5 ways to improve foodservice operations

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

A successful foodservice operation must incorporate three elements: food, people and equipment.

SelbySoft certifies Elo to streamline POS experience for coffee, pizza retailers

April 14, 2016

Elo, a supplier of touchscreen solutions, announced SelbySoft Inc., a supplier of café point-of-sale systems, has certified three of Elo's solutions for use…

Global study: Millennials' mobile use reshaping hospitality industry

April 14, 2016

A new report from Oracle Hospitality — "Millennials and Hospitality: The Redefinition of Service" — highlights the ways in which hospitality operators need to…

Marco's Pizza launches Marco's University online education, training program

April 14, 2016

Marco's Pizza has launched Marco's University Online, an online training and education platform that encourages Marco's team members to pursue formal education…

Hot Italian Pizza Bar opens 3rd location

April 14, 2016

Hot Italian Pizza Bar opened its newest location April 2.

How Smashburger, Billy Sims BBQ, East Coast Wings get franchisees to be social

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Marketers have been touting the benefits of digital marketing for years, but motivating franchisees to carve out time to learn the ropes can be difficult.

NetWaiter launches loyalty program for online ordering

April 13, 2016

NetWaiter has launched a loyalty program for online ordering.

Pizza Patrón updates website with responsive design

April 13, 2016

Pizza Patrón has updated its website with responsive design to create a better experience for users on any device.

Video: Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit attendees party with a purpose

More than 140 restaurant execs, plus a variety of sponsors, attended the first Franchising Restaurant and Innovation Summit.

At the Summit: Are you embracing the Internet of Things in your franchise?

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Everyone seems to be talking about the "Internet of Things," or IOT, but what does that have to do with restaurants?

Grimaldi's Pizzeria going international

April 12, 2016

Grimaldi's Pizzeria plans to expand its brand presence globally by offering international franchise opportunities.

Hungry Howie's opens in Bryan, Texas

April 12, 2016

Hungry Howie's Pizza will open its newest location today in Bryan, Texas.

Pizza Hut joins forces with Marvel

April 12, 2016

Pizza Hut is joining forces with Marvel's "Captain America: Civil War" with the addition of the new Stuffed Garlic Knots to the $5 Flavor Menu.

Who's winning the fast casual pizza game?

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

The fast casual pizzeria craze shows no signs of ebbing.

Restaurant, retail customer experience leaders headline ICX Summit

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Gurus from Smashburger, Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Detroit Red Wings, Domino's Pizza and Wingstop are among a hefty list of speakers and panelists offering expert…

Registration open for free webinar: 'Using Tablet Technology To Give Guests What They Want'

April 11, 2016

In the free webinar, David Lehman, Norwegian Cruise Line’s VP of IT infrastructure and fleet technology, will discuss how implementing new technology in two of…

Commodities: Another week of variation

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

The price for cheese, wheat and gasoline decreased, natural gas prices were mixed, and pizza stocks were mostly up.

Restaurants gear up for summer hiring season

April 11, 2016

Ninety-one percent of hourly employers anticipate hiring the same or more workers this summer compared to last year.

Freshslice Pizza opens 3rd Kelowna, British Columbia, store

April 11, 2016

Freshslice Pizza opened its third Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, store.

LeBron 'Ron' James working at Blaze Pizza?

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Meet the newest Blaze Pizza employee, "Ron."