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Firehouse Subs

 Jun. 12, 2017

The chain recently launched a small-size sub to increase snack sales

… And be as smart as a Fox

 By Peter Romeo on Mar. 05, 2014

One by the name of Don shared lessons from a lifetime spent in the business, and how he’s employed them at Firehouse Subs.

Food

Subs go small

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 31, 2017

A fast casual downsizes its sandwiches to boost traffic.

Marketing

Winning the internet: how to improve your search rankings

By Amanda M. Westbrooks on Feb. 02, 2015

While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, making sure your online information is updated and accurate can go a long way toward ensuring customers can find you. With that in mind, here are four tips for search engine optimization (or SEO) operators can use to improve their rankings.

Operations

Off-premise boom drives sweeping ops changes

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 24, 2018

Restaurants are reformatting their layouts and processes to accommodate the shift in their business toward takeout, delivery and catering.

Workforce

An Obamacare checkup

By Alaina Lancaster on Apr. 14, 2016

After more than a year since the Affordable Care Act became enforced, it’s time for an assessment of the weird pain points and miraculous recoveries.

8 chains aiming at voters on Election Day

By Jackson Lewis on Nov. 02, 2016

Operators are looking to cash in on the chatter surrounding this year’s presidential race.

Consumer Trends

How chains are connecting with consumers

By Jill Failla on Jan. 17, 2017

In addition to measuring chains’ operational attributes, Technomic also rated their connections to consumers through a series of questions designed to gauge loyalty and perception of a brand.

Consumer Trends

Millennials’ favorite chains for 2017

By Jill Failla on Jan. 17, 2017

Millennials are the most reliant on foodservice of all generations, finds Technomic. They also drive off-premise dining, including takeout and delivery.

Operations

Drive-thru packaging with integrity

By Restaurant Business Staff on Feb. 07, 2017

Consumers expect food from the drive-thru to be just as tasty and fresh as food eaten in the restaurant. Packaging is key to delivering on that expectation.

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