7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

89% of people do dining research on their phones, so if you’re not making the most of your online presence, you're missing out on a huge opportunity. Whether through supporting local charities or participating in food drives, local restaurants can become go-to places for customers who want to support their community.

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 27, 2020

The Inception of Online Ordering. In 1994, a customer placed an online order for a pizza from Pizza Hut, marking the first ever online order recorded in the United States. And while online ordering methods have diversified and become more widely available since, the general premise remains the same.

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The Restaurant Times

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

Online ordering has flourished with time and completely transformed the way restaurants deliver food. Customers are now seeking convenience and expecting timely and hygienic doorstep delivery options. This article discusses how restaurants can enhance customer loyalty by customizing their online ordering system. .

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Did you know that three in four customers will visit a restaurant's website before dining at that restaurant? In an era when enabling online ordering is essential to running a restaurant, having an online presence for your restaurant is critical. You don't even need to know how to code to use them!

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 27, 2020

The Inception of Online Ordering. In 1994, a customer placed an online order for a pizza from Pizza Hut, marking the first ever online order recorded in the United States. And while online ordering methods have diversified and become more widely available since, the general premise remains the same.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 5, 2020

Even as many restaurants around North America reopen for on-premise dining, many customers will continue to opt for off-premise dining options. Keep reading to get answers to questions like: How do you manage staff to boost off-site dining revenue? Are there any tips for food delivery and takeout inventory management?

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The Restaurant Times

JULY 14, 2020

Over the years, the online ordering culture has flourished and completely transformed the way restaurants deliver food. Customers are now seeking convenience and expecting timely and hygienic doorstep delivery options. How To Optimize Online Ordering Experience And Increase Customer Loyalty.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2024

full service restaurants surveyed plan to introduce catering services. To delve more into the results, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Matt Zibell, VP Technology at TouchBistro. So, to me, finding out that over a quarter of restaurants don’t have a website was a bit surprising.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

It just goes to show how important drink pricing and cost management are to maximizing profits. Start by tracking all the income your bar generates, including sales from drinks, food, and any additional services. Bars that effectively manage their inventory and reduce waste tend to maintain higher margins.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2020

They include: Labor management software Order management software Inventory management software Guest engagement software Contactless, mobile payment processors 5 Tools to Use to Increase Operational Efficiency in Restaurants Did you know that 48% of restaurants use three or more tech vendors?

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Touch Bistro

JULY 21, 2021

And if you ask any Esmeralda’s customers, they’ll agree that the restaurant really is the “best in Eureka.” Customers love Esmeralda’s 2.0’s s delicious flavors, great value, and friendly service. Goodbye busy tones, hello online ordering. Esmeralda’s 2.0 Esmeralda’s 2.0’s

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Restaurant365

APRIL 16, 2021

Today, consumers want convenient and easy ways to order food from your restaurant. Luckily, that’s what an online ordering system can do for you. Statista notes that in 2020, 760 million users were using online ordering for their restaurant takeout and delivery orders, a 20% increase year-over-year.

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Focus POS

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

While it’s possible to get by on manual processes, these are outdated, and won’t give you proper tools you need in order to handle the competition. Industry-Focused POS. Look for POS software made specifically to handle the industry challenges you face on a daily basis, and the data necessary to identify and solve those challenges.

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The Restaurant Times

AUGUST 23, 2021

From placing orders by phone to directly ordering via apps, ordering from restaurants has undergone a revolutionary shift, especially post COVID-19. In the pre-COVID times, online ordering was used to compliment the dine-in services of restaurants. 5 Ways Online Ordering System Enhance Restaurant Sales.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2021

As restaurant commerce experts, GoTab is helping operators upgrade and improve their POS systems to recast their operations for the post-pandemic era. Most of our customers don’t start out wanting to take on a full restaurant POS upgrade. Legacy restaurant POS systems also offer little in the way of flexibility.

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Lavu

OCTOBER 13, 2023

You can’t fix your table turnover rate without understanding the two key components: the total number of tables and the total number of customers served over a specific period. This should include all tables available for seating customers. This period could be a day, week, month, or any time frame you choose.

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Squirrel Systems

MAY 31, 2021

Ordering is a critical part of the service, and guests today are very comfortable with the variety of methods available. Customers want to be able to order food regardless of location and with little delay. As a result, Omni-channel ordering capabilities have quickly become a must-have for restaurant off-premise service.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The ideal customer for your business is the one who comes back time and time again. When it comes to getting people in the door, it’s always easier to get someone back then to find brand-new customers. Retaining an existing customer is five times cheaper than acquiring a fresh face. How to measure customer retention.

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ChowNow

JULY 17, 2024

A well-crafted operations plan not only ensures consistency and quality but also helps you manage resources effectively and achieve long-term success. This could include providing exceptional customer service, maintaining high food quality, ensuring a clean and safe environment, and maximizing efficiency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 5, 2022

As per a recently published report by Future Market insights, the Takeaway and Delivery Food market is going to witness accelerated demand in the coming years with online food platforms. As restaurants shuttered across the world due to the pandemic in 2020, deliveries and takeout orders soared.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 15, 2023

As such, implementing a robust food delivery and takeout service has become critical for restaurants’ longevity and success. Here are five ways to enhance your restaurant’s takeout and delivery operations to improve customer experience and open the door to more profit. Consumers crave convenience.

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Rocket Fuel

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Restaurant owners and franchisees in years past could rely on quick service, clean dining rooms, and friendly staff to stay afloat, but the scene has changed dramatically over the last decade. With the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, the ordering process has changed, and the delivery channel skyrocketed. An administrative interface.

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Restaurants are now adjusting to the new normal and online ordering is paving the path to success for many restaurants. Dine-in income has dropped by over half and as a result, numerous eateries have closed or are considering transitioning to online ordering. In House Online Restaurant Ordering System – The Basics

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BNG Point of Sale

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

The answer lies in restaurant ordering systems. This easy add-on feature gives you the power to stay efficient while managing food orders, all the while providing a wealth of backend information to help you manage your restaurant teams for improved performance. What is a restaurant ordering system?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 9, 2022

But independently owned, more agile operations can out-maneuver big brands by leaning on their point of sale (POS) platforms to increase sales and expand their client bases. Understand customer cravings and business needs through data. Consider tapping into the treasure trove of customer information your POS platform contains.

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The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Delivering a good customer experience is another reason many restaurants are exploring new avenues by adopting new technologies. One way restaurateurs have been turning the tables is by deploying versatile POS (Point of Sale) software to automate their restaurant and cloud kitchen operations. . Kitchen Management.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2022

The last couple of years have proven that digital experiences will continue to play a central role for quick-service restaurant (QSR) operators. Luckily, QSRs have no shortage of technologies at their disposal to help them achieve the sort of customer personalization that drives profits. Easing Customer and Employee Friction.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 17, 2023

Automation tools also provide value through mobile ordering apps, AI solutions, digital reviews apps, and online reservation software. Mobile Order Applications Mobile smart order apps for waiters help to speed up the service and manage the orders right at the guest’s table.

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The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Since the arrival of COVID-19, online ordering has become more popular than ever. Restaurants having a strong online presence have an edge in the online ordering game. Restaurants should make sure they have a website of their own that lets the customers order directly. Use Good Photography.

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Touch Bistro

JULY 1, 2021

Now, more than ever, restaurants are leaning into online ordering as a way to streamline takeout and delivery, and help their businesses recover from the impact of the pandemic. Get TouchBistro Online Ordering. Third-Party Online Ordering Apps vs. Direct Online Ordering. And for good reason.

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ChowNow

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

After perfecting your menu, contracting suppliers and training staff to prepare and serve the food, how do you actually get customers in your door? It outlines your marketing strategy and helps both new and established restaurants to: Attract new diners Obviously, more customers are better for your business!

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7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

A successful business plan covers everything from the food you’ll serve to how your restaurant will look and how you want your customers to feel. Invest in Technology Accounting and inventory management software are just a couple of the technologies that small business owners should invest in.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

A short menu can slim down the food costs through streamlined inventory management, as well as reduced food waste. With the increasing customer inclination towards a health-conscious diet, even the restaurant industry has to adapt to the trend by adding dishes catering to their health-conscious guests. Delivery Options.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

Ordering online, paying with mobile phones, scanning QR codes for a menu, and a ton of takeout, are just a part of dining out now. diners prefer to view menus, order, and pay for their meal using their phones rather than interacting with servers during the pandemic. For fast-casual and quick-service restaurants—no more lines.

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BNG Point of Sale

AUGUST 25, 2020

How much do POS systems cost? If you have ever shopped online before, you know the answer to this question isn’t always clear. What a company lists on their website may not always be accurate, with hidden costs in today’s world of advanced POS systems, it is even more complicated. How much does a POS System cost?

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Deliverect

APRIL 9, 2021

Founded in the Netherlands in the year 2000, Takeaway.com specializes in online food ordering and home delivery. In 2020, the company merged with Just Eat to form one of the leading global online food delivery companies, Just Eat Takeaway.com. Once your restaurant is listed on Takeaway.com, you can start receiving orders.

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The Restaurant Times

AUGUST 17, 2021

Digital menus are the menus that are presented to customers as soft-copy. They are visible on a screen and generally give them the option to order online. They can be accessed via QR codes, websites, or mobile apps directly by the customers without any assistance from the restaurant staff.

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