Why a best-of-breed tech approach unlocks innovation possibilities

by Chris Lybeer — Chief Strategy Officer, Revel Systems

A best-of-breed approach to technology is a great option for brands interested in customizing their offerings and putting the top solutions in place in…

Soundtrack Your Brand launches AI playlist generator

April 11, 2024

Soundtrack Your Brand, a Stockholm-based global music streaming service for businesses, has launched an artificial intelligence playlist generator that uses a…

How Labeling Technology is Tackling Common QSR Challenges

Hear from Star Micronics experts, Bill Shuff and John Maieli as they explored significant labeling solutions play in optimizing online ordering and enhancing…

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Restaurant365 acquires ExpandShare

April 9, 2024

Restaurant365, an all-in-one restaurant enterprise management platform, has finalized the acquisition of ExpandShare, a learning-management system built for…

Pizza Factory's culture, ethos builds solid company with individuality

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Pizza Factory owner and franchisee Mary Jane Riva shares insight on menu strategy and store models.

Restaurant labeling often overlooked task in QSRs

March 28, 2024

Labeling in the kitchen is an important task that can help keep a restaurant in the black as it can improve order accuracy and enhance back-of-the-house…

Oracle food and beverage POS platform a full-bodied experience

March 27, 2024

POS systems have evolved into sophisticated digital transactions. They're no longer simply cash registers — they keep payments, employee hours, analytics and…

Crushed Red adds kiosk, pizza vending machine in local airport

March 26, 2024

St. Louis-based pizza chain Crushed Red has added a self-service pizza kiosk to St. Louis Lambert International Airport, according to a ksdk.com report.

TikTok a powerful call-to-action tool for restaurant operators

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Three TikTok experts led a panel discussion on using the social media platform at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Kansas City.

Transact Anywhere: Ordering, Insights and Mobile POS

In this free webinar, we’ll learn how POS systems have evolved into sophisticated digital transaction platforms and dive into the dynamics where payments, off…

2024 Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers

What a year our winners had! From new store openings to same-store sales increases, the nominees of Pizza Marketplace’s Movers & Shakers have, indeed, shook…

&pizza revamps loyalty program, digital ordering experience

March 15, 2024

East Coast pizza chain &pizza has launched a new loyalty program called Dead Presidents Club in partnership with Thanx. This program aims to boost customer…

Why Food Packaging Labels Are Essential to Online Order Fulfillment

Online order fulfillment and food packaging labels increase restaurant and grocery stores’ productivity, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.

Chatmeter's Risk Monitoring program assists in online reputation management

March 12, 2024

Chatmeter, a company specializing in multi-location intelligence, has unveiled a new feature called Risk Monitoring. This tool utilizes artificial intelligence…

Webinar: Mastering the modern customer journey from POS to platform

March 7, 2024

While attracting customers is crucial, retaining them through a seamless and satisfying experience is paramount. While self-service options have their place…

6 things your POS needs to do in 2024

by Shannon Chirone — SVP, Marketing, HungerRush

POS systems aren't just cash registers anymore. They're silent partners, teammates and the engines propelling successes. Utilize these six things your POS…

Restaurant Printer Solutions: Back-of-House vs. Front-of-House Essentials

This guide explores restaurant printers, covering back-of-house, front-of-house, and label printers to ensure seamless service and operation.

Keeping the human element alive in QSRs with Doyle HCM

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of PizzaMarketplace.com and QSRweb.com, interviews Mike Adolph, partner and…

Curbit partners with Ovation to streamline guest experience

February 20, 2024

AI-driven order company Curbit has partnered with Ovation, a guest feedback system, to streamline brand interactions with guests, offering an elevated guest…

The Rise of Social Commerce: How Retailers Can Leverage Social Media

Explore social commerce and how retailers can leverage it to their advantage with Star Micronics' ecommerce and online ordering hardware.