Cover story part 1: Opportunity knocks
Bad economy got you down? Core business just ain't what it used to be? Then get some ideas from these operators, who've developed some profitable sidelines.
Manufacturer Spotlight November 2006
Foodservice suppliers provide a look at products designed to make an operator’s job easier.
First, it was Web sites and email marketing. Now, it’s all about mobile phones, smart coupons that know your location and sites and services that hook straight into local communities. Restaurants aren’t just places to grab some grub anymore. They are active participants in the social conversation with legions of tech-savvy customers.