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How big data can drive big profits for restaurants

 Sponsored content from our partner xtraCHEF on Dec. 12, 2019

Operators who view procurement as a strategic financial management tactic can shave percentage points off their food costs and gain competitive leverage.

Technology

Wendy’s is reorganizing its IT department

 By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 10, 2019

The chain will use a third-party company, which will result in corporate layoffs, with plans to invest any savings back into technology.

Technology

How combi technology makes rolling out new menu items faster

Sponsored content from our partner RATIONAL on Dec. 09, 2019

While increased traffic in a key reason to develop new menu items, there are a number of benefits to offering new menu items and LTOs.

Topics

On The Border reports a data breach

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 02, 2019

Patrons of company stores in 27 states may have had personal data stolen, the chain warned.

Operations

McDonald’s buys some renewable energy

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 08, 2019

The company is making an investment in solar and wind power as it works to reduce its carbon footprint.

Operations

8 stunners from the Global Restaurant Leadership Conference

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 07, 2019

Amid talk of delivery, ghost kitchens and a worldwide shortage of restaurant talent, speakers and attendees aired a few surprises. Here’s a sampling.

Financing

Want sales? Get your digital house in order

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 01, 2019

Wingstop and Chipotle both proved that online orders can move the needle in the fast-food business, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Operations

Cybersecurity requires the right partner

Sponsored content from our partner PDQ POS on Nov. 01, 2019

Cybersecurity is an ongoing challenge for restaurants. Operators who do not prioritize security risk their valuable information that is likely to get hacked.

Financing

Artificial intelligence takes hold at U.S. restaurants

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 01, 2019

Machines are doing a lot more work at chains such as McDonald’s, Starbucks and Taco Bell, and there’s evidence it’s working.

Operations

BJ’s Restaurants plans to try beer subscriptions

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 25, 2019

The venture was one of several sales-boosting initiatives outlined by the casual chain after posting a slip in comps and profits for Q3. Also on tap: Tableside ordering via cell phone.

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