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Published April 21, 2017

How Popeyes’ name change helped turn its fortunes

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen was purchased for the largest earnings multiplier in modern history this February. Popeyes fetched such a large price because they cultivated an excellent brand. It used to be called Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits before Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen. The new name was put in place to imply credibility. It was almost named Popeyes […]

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From the Challenges of Technology, Delivery and Labor Costs, to Sparse Growth Possibilities, the Restaurant Industry Faces a Defining Moment, Says AlixPartners Study

The restaurant industry is facing many challenges and threats. Many people would rather spend their money on other things such as travel. They are eating out less partially because of the rising costs. Technology is not a draw factor, but it may replace workers as wages rise. The AlixPartners study on the restaurant industry shows […]

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Study: Quick-Service Diners are Headed Elsewhere

Technology, delivery, labor costs, and growth are four areas that are changing the restaurant industry. Quick-service diners are experiencing a decline in business. As the cost of goods and services rise, people are spending less at restaurants. People would rather spend their money elsewhere, such as traveling. Food quality and price tend to be more […]

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Fast-casual pizza chains still growing despite segment struggles

An online version of a magazine devoted to news about the restaurant industry has an account of the fast or casual pizza business. The writer noted some slowdown in this industry, as three chains closed some stores down last year. Still, the writer noted growth on the part of three other chains. The two largest […]

Published April 20, 2017

Restaurant Marketing Ideas for May

The month of May has many special days set aside for people around the world. One of the most common and popular day is Mother’s Day. There are also many other days like International Nurses day and even Principle day. Having a business can be stressful. Therefore, a great opportunity to bring business is to […]

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Attract and Retain Employees

Employee labor costs are one of the most expensive costs associated with running a restaurant. Attracting good employees and retaining them can save your business money. Many potential employees will apply to your company because they are familiar with the brand. Creating a memorable brand and supporting its image through social media is crucial. Automating […]

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Fast Casual Makes its Dinner Push

People are spending less and less time going out for lunch, so restaurants are trying to cater to the dinner crowd by offering a dining experience known as “fast casual.” Essentially, places around the country, from Atlanta, to Minneapolis, to Chicago, are offering high-end dining experiences for under twenty bucks. These restaurant owners go on […]

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New tech targets wait lists, loyalty, marketing

Technology is advancing all the time around is. And not only in businesses where it is obvious they can be used effectively. The restaurant business is one where the benefits do not seem obvious but the applications are close to stunning. From apps, to webpage where reviews can be given to things we can’t even […]

Published April 19, 2017

Teen food spending hits new high

Spending for food has risen among teens to a level higher than clothing purchases for the first time in 2017. Many teens are living very busy lives and buying more on the run food items like from Starbucks and McDonalds. Although both offer healthy food choices the market has been focused on quantity of food […]

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Fast-casual chicken spreads its wings

The rise to stardom has begun for the love of chicken. Many restaurants and several fast food outlets have found the alternative to plain old burgers. Consumers in recent months have been flocking to the new sensation of better quality chicken products available on menus. Burger King/Tim Horton are the most recent ones to jump […]

Monthly Archives: April 2017

Published April 21, 2017

How Popeyes’ name change helped turn its fortunes

Published

From the Challenges of Technology, Delivery and Labor Costs, to Sparse Growth Possibilities, the Restaurant Industry Faces a Defining Moment, Says AlixPartners Study

Published

Study: Quick-Service Diners are Headed Elsewhere

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Fast-casual pizza chains still growing despite segment struggles

Published April 20, 2017

Restaurant Marketing Ideas for May

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Attract and Retain Employees

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Fast Casual Makes its Dinner Push

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New tech targets wait lists, loyalty, marketing

Published April 19, 2017

Teen food spending hits new high

Published

Fast-casual chicken spreads its wings

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