Lavu

MARCH 7, 2025

effective March 31, 2024) introduced stricter encryption and anti-phishing measures. took effect on March 31, 2024, new measures like stronger encryption standards and anti-phishing protections were introduced. Separate networks for payment processing and guest WiFi to enhance security. New rules: PCI DSS 4.0

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Black Box Intelligence

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In the State of the Restaurant Industry Q4 2024 , the latest data from Black Box Intelligence reveals critical insights. Let’s jump into the trends and forecasts shaping the restaurant sector as we close out 2024. Thus, our previous predictions of a recovery have seemingly come sooner than we previously anticipated.

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Black Box Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Monthly Out of the Box Insights Restaurant Industry in Review: Trends from July 2024 -2.3% However, the trends from July reveal valuable insights that can help restaurant operators navigate the remainder of 2024. And guests seemingly also slowed down their average spending per restaurant visit or order during July.

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SpotOn

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

On September 16, 2024, more than 1,700 people gathered at the Lincoln Center in New York to watch 10 TED-style talks on one topic—hospitality. "  Will Guidara kicked off the 2024 Welcome Conference. Who spoke at the Welcome Conference in 2024? The first step is your gaze. The third is conversation.

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Black Box Intelligence

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Out of the Box: Monthly Restaurant Industry Update Restaurant Industry in Review: Trends from September 2024 SEPTEMBER: BY THE NUMBERS 0.4% However, with Hurricane Helene and Milton, recovery remains fragile. Here are all the September 2024 Restaurant Trends you need to know. Comp Sales -2.7% reported back in July.

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Black Box Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Out of the Box: Monthly Restaurant Industry Update August 2024: Is This a Turning Point? After several challenging months, signs of recovery are beginning to appear. Our expectation has always been for a stronger Q4 relative to Q3, and the latest data shows that the recovery may start earlier than expected. Comp Sales -3.6%

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Aaron Allen & Associates

JUNE 13, 2024

*Originally Published in the Aaron Allen & Associates Newsletter on 06/03/2024 The 50 fastest-growing emerging restaurant chains expanded their sales by a median of 35% year-over-year (in 2022). This growth rate has remained consistent through the years for fast-growing concepts with sales between $20m-$60m.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

The fourth quarter was not good for restaurant sales; each month posted worse same-store sales growth than the previous month, according to Black Box Guest Intelligence. In addition, colder winter weather eliminated some potential for outdoor restaurant dining, favored by many guests who believe patio seating is a safer option.

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Apicbase

JANUARY 13, 2023

However, we’re seeing some major shifts around menu creation, procurement, and dining habits of guests. Research Gate , Updated 2022) Food influencer marketing is expected to grow at a rate of 45% by 2024. Although we’re seeing some signs of recovery, it’s safe to assume that staffing issues will continue in 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Ocean Spray is joining forces with Massachusetts Restaurant United and the COREcares Foundation for this hospitality stimulus, in addition to offering discounts on the brand’s cranberry products to support restaurants on the road to recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis. ” Curbside Olo.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 4, 2025

Turn Pricing into a Growth Strategy : A smarter approach to menu pricing can boost revenue and profitability without compromising guest experience. percentage points less than sales growth from the same two-month period in 2024. Explore Easier Access to Capital : Traditional loans aren’t the only option. percent) also grew.

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The Rail

DECEMBER 13, 2024

As always, 2024 was far from a boring year for operators who are still trying to play catch up from the COVID pandemic four years ago. Lets quickly walk through the top restaurant stories of 2024. Big Restaurants Go Bankrupt The restaurant industry is always tough but 2024 was not kind for some big and local restaurant chains.

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