Medical insurance
As medical costs continue to rise, it should come as no surprise that health insurance is one of the benefits most valued by employees. Medical insurance protects them from big bills and unexpected charges, and is an important component of their total compensation package. It also benefits you as the employer, because when your people are covered, they will be more likely to take advantage of wellness programs and screenings.
Consumer Trends
2012 trend book: Sustainability
Sometimes big changes come in small packages. It might not seem like a big deal when Sterno cleans up the fuel that has warmed a million buffet pans. Or when a diner can consult their smartphone to find the source of the fish on their plate.
Chicago’s culinary reputation can be summed up in two words: beefy and uncomplicated. And while the former home of the Union stockyards still boasts a healthy stable of steakhouses, it also hosts some of the most exciting ethnic fare, sustainable sustenance and cutting-edge culinary experimentation in the nation.
The August 2009 NRA expectations Index reported that “45 percent of restaurant operators plan to make a capital expenditure for equipment, expansion or remodeling in the next six months.” Whether that prediction comes true remains to be seen. But this year’s crop of new products puts the emphasis on helping operators maximize every dollar.