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Restaurant Loyalty Programs to Boost Revenues

Cheetah

Restaurants, retailers and airlines have been using loyalty programs to drive revenue for nearly three centuries. From their humble, though ingenious, beginnings as copper tokens and stamps, through the era of credit card clubs, to today’s mobile apps, loyalty programs have become indispensable marketing tools.

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Why Your Restaurant Should Abandon Coupons and Embrace Loyalty Programs

The Restaurant Coach University

When business is slow, many restaurants turn to discounts and coupons in order to get more people through the door. We spoke to Donald Burns (aka The Restaurant Coach™) to learn why loyalty programs are a much wiser path to success than giving away your product. There are all kinds of loyalty programs.

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Beyond Menus: Creative QR Code Uses for Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

From there, customers can learn more about your business’s history, download recipes or read about upcoming events or menu changes. Almost 60 percent of adults expect to use their phones to access key restaurant features, including ordering food — especially if they can access discount coupons.

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Owning a Bar: Everything You Need to Know

7 Shifts

Another option is to look into government programs that might offer financial assistance for small businesses. You can use Facebook and Instagram to post updates about new products, showcase events you're hosting, or give coupons for people to try out new items on the menu.

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The Rise of Exclusivity: VIP vs Traditional Discounting

Modern Restaurant Management

Offering discounts to incentivize customers to enroll and engage with loyalty programs has been a common practice in the restaurant industry for years. Targeted loyalty benefits focused on access and exclusivity are essential tools to drive cost-effective guest engagement. Exclusivity can apply to more than just menu items.

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Restaurants with Strong Brand Identities Captivate Gen Z

Modern Restaurant Management

Another is to add convenience like saved orders, saved payment methods or Apple Pay, loyalty programs, and personalized offers or perks. Loyalty rewards don’t have to include discounts and coupons anymore. Ongoing rewards or loyalty programs can additionally encourage repeat business and build loyalty.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-April 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we have news on understanding customer loyalty, beverage insights, restaurant supply loyalty, the influence of discounts, the state of payments and the evolution of gift cards. Customer satisfaction has traditionally been the main driver of loyalty. The Value of Trust.

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