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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

Loyalty is a huge factor now as guests desire rewards and perks for sticking with a favorite small business, and repeat customers are keeping many restaurants going. No matter how much technology evolves, or trends shift, people will always come back for quality food, great value, and friendly service. How Do You Stack Up?

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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part Three

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Restaurant owners negotiated payment plans with their landlords, many of which had prolonged forgiveness dates, but were often not able to pay back rent. " As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry. ." – Pooja S.

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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– Salad House CEO Joey Cioffi In 2025, restaurant chains will increase their usage of connected equipment to be more responsive, resilient, and ready to meet evolving customer expectations in a data-first, efficiency-focused world. At the same time, technology is poised to play an even bigger role in the coming year.

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Embracing the Future: Key Trends Shaping the Restaurant, Bar, and Hospitality Industry in 2025

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In 2025, I expect automation to keep expanding beyond back-of-house applications into more guest-facing roles. For instance, I believe loyalty programs will evolve even further from providing customized recommendations, exclusive offers, and curated experiences based on past purchases and preferences.

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Restaurant Giants Declare War on Digital Chaos

Modern Restaurant Management

Reliable experiences build brand loyalty, and systemic processes lead to reliable profit margins. The 2024 State of the Restaurant Industry report revealed that 22 percent of restaurant operators plan to invest in technology like POS software, back-of-house systems, and data analytics in the near future.

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To Mitigate ‘The Great Resignation’ Refocus on the Employee Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

Even with this good news for restaurant operators, many challenges still remain – particularly around staffing in both the front and back of the house. From recruiting to retention, if the employee experience is positive and fulfilling, loyalty is fostered, and staff is more likely to stay put.

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Why Takeout Is the Key to Restaurant Success (And How to Use It to Build Customer Loyalty)

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Repeat business is what drives real growth, yet many restaurants struggle to keep takeout diners coming back. With competition increasing and third-party apps controlling customer relationships, building loyalty requires a smarter approach. Without that direct connection, customer loyalty becomes fragile.