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7 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Point-of-Sale Solution for Your Restaurant

Restaurant Engine

When it’s time to purchase a point-of-sale solution for your restaurant, it’s a big decision and one you want to research thoroughly. The first thing you should know is that a point-of-sale (POS) system will improve many of the functions of your restaurant. Service and support – you may have to pay extra for this. #2:

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On the Road to Relief: Restaurant Trends and Opportunities to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

According to September 2023 numbers from the National Restaurant Association , 49 percent of restaurants reported year-over-year increases in same-store sales. Full-service menu prices climbed 4.5 Leverage Data to Personalize Experiences Every day, restaurants generate vast volumes of data from their point-of-sale (POS) systems.

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11 Restaurant Marketing Strategies That Work in 2021 & 2022

7 Shifts

Is your website optimized, and does it provide a good user experience? Assume a customer discovers your website but cannot identify where you are located or how to contact you. If we consider Google, having such information on your website helps it appear in geo-targeted searches. Optimization of NAPs.

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The Secrets to Successful Catering

Modern Restaurant Management

Most of the year, catering can comprise 10 to 15 percent of your total sales, but during December, if 20 percent of sales are not coming from catering, you’re missing an opportunity. Start contacting customers in August to plan for holiday parties, but spend the first half of the year honing your catering operation.

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How to Set Up Online Ordering for Restaurants

7 Shifts

Native or first-party delivery doesn't rely on a separate service to take and send out orders. These fees, when not managed, cut deep into razor-thin margins, and in some cases, can contribute to a restaurant closing for good. This comes with two huge advantages: high margins and owned customer data. Join the Marketplace ??

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Five Ways to Enhance and Improve the Takeout and Delivery Customer Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

As such, implementing a robust food delivery and takeout service has become critical for restaurants’ longevity and success. Here are five ways to enhance your restaurant’s takeout and delivery operations to improve customer experience and open the door to more profit. Consumers crave convenience.

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Mastering Restaurant Reviews: Strategies for Success in the Digital Age

Goliath Consulting

Handling restaurant reviews effectively is crucial for maintaining a positive online presence and fostering customer loyalty. Tips for Handling Restaurant Reviews Respond Promptly and Professionally: Quick responses show customers that you value their feedback. These potential customers are likelier to visit a restaurant with a 4.5