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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-August 2021 Edition

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restaurant recovery is underway, but it will take time for it to return to pre-pandemic levels fully,” said David Portalatin, NPD food industry advisor and author of Eating Patterns in America. The restaurant industry has made progress restaffing, but job recovery for the industry is lagging the overall economy. “The U.S.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-February 2021 Edition

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Recovery won’t happen overnight, but the industry will recover with lessons learned and new ways of thinking already in place.” On average, guests in Kansas City spent 11 percent more per order than guests in Tampa Bay. “The pandemic has forced the evolution in ways that hadn’t been thought of before.

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Tyga Bites and Sushi with an Attitude

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TouchBistro acquired Boston-based TableUp, a provider of loyalty and marketing solutions for the restaurant industry. Its proprietary guest engagement solution, which is used by more than 600 restaurants throughout the U.S. Its proprietary guest engagement solution, which is used by more than 600 restaurants throughout the U.S.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-April 2021 Edition

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In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature news of the expected pent-up demand from guests, the Great Restaurant Restart and delivery trends. Additional key findings from the survey include: Over a third (38 percent) of respondents plan to have between 1-20 guests, with 32 percent planning to have under 50.

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New & Notable: TEAM Schostak Celebrates 40, AI in Food Service and Beachy Tech

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“Over the past 40 years, TSFR has developed a strong reputation as a leader in the restaurant industry and fostered a talented and engaged team that delights our guests,” said Mark Schostak, Executive Chairman at TSFR. The Awards are one of these programs.” ” said Dawn Padmore, VP of Awards.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Tropical in Colorado and The Halal Guys New App

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An inaugural loyalty program (September). “In addition to our growth and brand milestones so far this year, we have more in the pipeline in new and existing markets to increase the experience for both guests and franchisees. Program, which has impacted more than 65 million students in 35 years.

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MRM Research Roundup: Labor Struggles, Holiday Habits, and Food Truck Trends

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percent in 2018. To prepare for a stronger economy, Expert Market suggests implementing targeted solutions like streamlined financial management software for owners and utilizing loyalty programs and adaptive measures to retain customers. Though inflation peaked at seven percent in 2021 and has since decreased to 2.97