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Plaintiffs ask to resolve a lawsuit over Arby’s data breach

A U.S. court has been asked to ratify a $2 million payment.

Technology

Major tech infusion planned for Applebee’s, IHOP

Parent Dine Brands plans to invest in capabilities ranging from better in-store Wi-Fi to geolocation systems that signal the arrival of a takeout customer.

Technology

Domino’s is testing GPS driver tracking

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 29, 2019

The Phoenix test, expected to be expanded to additional markets this spring, will allow customers and store managers to track drivers.

Financing

Tim Hortons’ loyalty program takes off

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 29, 2019

One-fifth of Canadians are members of the program after just a few weeks, but the chain’s same-store sales fell in the first quarter.

Technology

Restaurants admit strong fears about keeping up with tech

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 23, 2019

Almost two-thirds believe the pace of change is outstripping their ability to stay abreast, according to a new study.

Financing

Chains start charging more for delivery orders

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 15, 2019

Restaurants are raising prices for delivery as providers ease requirements, and they say they've had little pushback from customers.

Operations

Panera eyes new tap-and-go setup for coffee sales

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 15, 2019

The chain will test new technology to streamline a.m. service, part of a larger push to provide more convenience and higher-quality items.

Financing

National Restaurant Association's State of the Industry Report is here

Apr. 10, 2019

The industry is projected to reach $863 billion in sales and employ 15.3 million, according to the National Restaurant Association's annual report.

Technology

Can tech boost catering sales?

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 05, 2019

Restaurants are looking at delivery’s playbook to update the process. But not all the same rules apply.

Financing

Why are restaurants buying tech companies?

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 03, 2019

This week’s episode of "A Deeper Dive" explores why companies such as McDonald’s and Yum Brands are getting into technology.