Cheetah

JANUARY 13, 2022

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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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 8, 2021

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting restaurant shutdowns, online ordering has become the go-to method for many customers. By using loyalty programs as a way to encourage customers to order directly. Increasing customer retention rates by five percent increases profits by 25 percent to 95 percent.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2021

You may serve the best food on the block, but if your restaurant doesn't match its dishes with plausible customer service, your customers may never come back. That's why it's important to provide an outstanding dining experience from the second your customer's enter your restaurant, till the moment they leave.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

As the QSR industry becomes increasingly crowded, understanding operations from the inside out is more crucial than ever. As competition intensifies, companies must innovate and streamline operations to stay ahead. Here are my top tips on driving streamlined operations that generate results.

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Mad Mobile

JUNE 26, 2024

Customer loyalty is essential to running a successful business. A strong customer loyalty program should utilize the three Rs: Rewards, relevance, and recognition. But customers also want to feel recognized, and your restaurant loyalty program can provide the acknowledgement they crave.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants. When you sign up for either the monthly or annual plan, the ChowNow team will build an iPhone app tailored specifically to your business and made available via the iTunes App Store, free for your customers to download and enjoy. Apple | Android 4. Get a Demo 6.

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Focus POS

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Operating a restaurant requires a certain degree of understanding when it comes to customers. You need to be relevant, and to do that, you must be in touch with what customers want so that you can deliver on those expectations. How loyalty programs have evolved. Loyalty is a two-way street. Absolutely not.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants. When you sign up for either the monthly or annual plan, the ChowNow team will build an iPhone app tailored specifically to your business and made available via the iTunes App Store, free for your customers to download and enjoy. Apple | Android 4. Get a Demo 6.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

As multi-brand operators seek new ways to reach their customers, gift card programs are one way to engage multiple customer bases at once. For multi-brand operators, this means juggling multiple entities and ensuring each brand is flexible and responsive to changes in the market. Incorporate a Loyalty Program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 18, 2021

As the world quickly came to a screeching halt in the early months of 2020, restaurants quickly accelerated an already existing shift towards digitalization to adapt to customers' new safety and priorities. Throughout 2021 and beyond, that answer will largely depend on how restaurants adjust their loyalty programs.

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Bingage

MAY 6, 2023

In Today’s digital world, having an Ecommerce store on Shopify or otherwise means you have to focus on so many things which include customer acquisition, customer retention, and many more aspects to maintain your sales and reputation in the market. Its customers no doubt, are the only ones with whom your Business runs.

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Focus POS

OCTOBER 18, 2021

How Your Restaurant Loyalty Program Impacts Revenues During a Shutdown. According to data provided by OpenTable , 62% of customers prefer delivery, a 10% rise from the pre-pandemic rates, and this upward trend is expected to continue through 2023. The Basics of a Restaurant Loyalty Program.

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Goliath Consulting

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Building an integrated tech stack is essential for independent restaurants that want to streamline operations and improve customer service. When integrated with other systems, it allows for easy syncing with online orders and real-time inventory management, making operations smoother and more organized.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 8, 2024

At a time when the competition for the guest dollar and loyalty is fierce, it's a challenge to stand out. How can a brand develop a loyalty program that is relevant for a variety of guests? What are the best practices for building a new loyalty program?

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Today’s restaurants are expected to deliver an Amazon-like experience: know customers’ preferences and dining habits and deliver food, whether tableside or to their front doors, without delay. This enables you to provide the modern eCommerce/omnichannel customer experience today’s consumers crave.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 23, 2023

Restaurant loyalty programs are nothing new so what can restaurants do to stand out from the competition and better engage with guests to build relationships? Prior to joining PAR, Yetter worked at Restaurant Brands International, overseeing Franchisee Operations for Burger King Restaurants in multiple global regions.

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Goliath Consulting

APRIL 15, 2021

The benefits of having loyalty programs—particularly mobile programs—have become more noticeable due to the pandemic. Customers are prioritizing value, convenience and speed more than ever, and loyalty programs that are able to provide these perks are reaping the benefits from growing sales to more return customers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 16, 2024

Personalization is key to successful loyalty programs, according to the 2024 Paytronix Loyalty Trends Report. "Top "Top performers are personalizing and using data to segment their customer database," Kristin Lynch, Senior Director of Restaurant Strategy for Paytronix Systems. "They

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SpotOn

JUNE 17, 2024

Operators plan to increase direct online ordering capabilities in 2024 to take control of takeout profits Tech plays a vital role in increasing earning potential for staff, promoting retention Kiosks provide faster service, resulting in more transactions and higher check averages SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

By investing in a data-driven POS platform, restaurant operators can address labor challenges, fine-tune their stock management, design promotions based on current trends, reduce human error and more. And better customer service also translates to tangible savings.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

A modern Point of Sale (POS) system can help you do just that by cutting costs, reducing waste, and streamlining operations. Loyalty Programs : Increase repeat visits by 42% and average check size by 28% with personalized rewards. Integrated CRM features in your POS system also track customer preferences and buying habits.

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Goliath Consulting

APRIL 15, 2021

The benefits of having loyalty programs—particularly mobile programs—have become more noticeable due to the pandemic. Customers are prioritizing value, convenience and speed more than ever, and loyalty programs that are able to provide these perks are reaping the benefits from growing sales to more return customers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 17, 2024

“This is an alarming statistic for restaurant owners and operators, potentially leading to an increase in lost revenue or creating new peak hours,” Bill Mitchell, Executive Chairman of HungerRush, and former President of Global Operations of Papa John’s International, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Lavu helps restaurants improve efficiency, manage growth, and enhance customer service. With features like dual pricing to cut credit card fees, real-time inventory tracking, and integrations with QuickBooks and Uber Eats, Lavu simplifies operations for businesses of all sizes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Behind the success of a restaurant — regardless of size — is delicious food, great service and seamless experiences across every touchpoint. Think about it: nine out of 10 restaurants have fewer than 50 employees, making efficient operations critical for success.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 10, 2023

It's about consistently delivering top-notch quality, exceptional service, and an unforgettable experience. Moreover, as the hospitality sector becomes increasingly competitive, tapping into the nuanced aspects of customer behavior becomes necessary. For franchise owners, maintaining uniform excellence across all outlets is key.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 13, 2022

Text and online ordering and self-service kiosks enabled with contactless payments became mainstays in franchises. While there are budgetary differences between a chain restaurant vs an single location, investment in technology must be made in order to meet new customer expectations and ease the burden of staffing shortages.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 2, 2023

It can also be the enemy of payment processing cost efficiencies and the ability to deliver a satisfying customer experience (CX). Whether you own or operate a bar, restaurant, hotel, resort, casino, or sports venue, your ability to control costs and deliver a satisfying CX depends on many factors. The list goes on.

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Rocket Fuel

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Nationwide economic shifts following the pandemic have made it necessary for restaurant owners and operators to find new ways to increase profits, add efficiency, lower costs and stay competitive. Back-of-House (BOH) Systems: BOH platforms offer streamlined inventory management, staff coordination and kitchen operations tracking.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 28, 2024

Recent reports of possible portion-size discrepancies at Chipotle are a cautionary tale for brands, highlighting a few critical issues in the restaurant industry: consistently meeting customer expectations and the swift power of social media. What are some best practices brands need to put in place to maintain consistency throughout stores?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 1, 2023

By now, loyalty programs have shifted from a “nice-to-have” to a “need-to-have” for restaurants looking to retain customers and drive revenue amid record inflation figures and increased prices. In fact, research from Accenture found that more than 90 percent of companies have some sort of loyalty program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 24, 2024

How can you keep customers returning to your restaurant when so many choices exist? This stresses the need for customer retention programs. Today, customers find restaurant brands through influencers, social media, review sites, and multiple channels. It increases the restaurant sales and builds a loyal customer base.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Whether you’re streamlining operations, optimizing inventory, or managing staff, the right tools can save time, reduce costs, and improve the customer experience. Its advanced integration capabilities allow you to connect with the tools you need to simplify operations, save time, and boost profitability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. Consider, for instance, a scenario in which your Point of Sale (POS) system can forecast the popularity of a new dish based on historical customer behaviour.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2023

Many food and beverage establishments have seen success with technology — such as contactless options, automation to support changing workforces and innovative customer loyalty strategies — in their endeavors to meet the demand for safer and more convenient dining experiences. Gone are the days of cash-only transactions.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Nowadays, running a successful restaurant takes more than great food and good service. From improving your Google listing to leveraging customer reviews, these tips will show you how to boost your visibility and drive more traffic to your restaurant. To do so, you must have an optimized website and engaging social media profiles.

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Delaget

DECEMBER 2, 2024

3, 2024 – To recover more losses for quick-service restaurant (QSR) operators from the steady increase in delivery orders, Delaget , a leading restaurant data platform company trusted by over 30,000 restaurants, announced today the expansion of its Delaget Recovery solution to address first-party delivery losses. MINNEAPOLIS– Dec.

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