coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.

Consumer Trends

Survey: Consumers are increasingly cutting back on dining out

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 30, 2020

Fear of contracting the coronavirus is keeping many from visiting restaurants, according to a survey from consulting firm AlixPartners.

Operations

Staying safe, staying open: Putting a safety plan into action

Sponsored content from our partner DayMark Safety Systems on Jul. 30, 2020

With ongoing concerns related to COVID-19, restaurant owners have been forced to rethink how they serve guests as well as how they can ensure the safety of their employees.

Operations

Cheesecake Factory finds outdoor service nearly matches dine-in volumes

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 30, 2020

It's also held onto 90% of to-go sales at locations that have re-opened dining rooms.

Leadership

Herman Cain dies from COVID-19 at age 74

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 30, 2020

His health took a sudden downturn after medical authorities had reported an improvement in the former National Restaurant Association and Godfather chief's condition.

Financing

Where does the economy go from here?

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 29, 2020

The RB podcast “A Deeper Dive” features economist Joel Naroff discussing what is necessary for the economy to fully recover, and how that will affect restaurant sales.

Operations