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Why Every Restaurant Needs Menu Management Software

ChowNow

Instead of manually updating prices, items, and descriptions across your website ordering and third-party delivery apps, this software allows you to make changes in one place and sync them everywhere instantly. Incorrect pricing can cut into margins, and outdated offerings can cost you canceled orders, negative reviews, and lost revenue.

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The Best Restaurant Technology Of 2025

ChowNow

Do you lose money due to food waste? A higher-priced system that saves time and reduces errors might be more valuable than a cheaper, less effective alternative. Plus, their reliance on high fees forces restaurants to either raise menu prices or accept smaller profits. Identify your biggest pain points. Are labor costs too high?

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Food Cost Formula: The Secret to Higher Restaurant Profits

Lavu

With rising ingredient prices and tight profit margins, understanding the food cost formula can make the difference between financial success and failure. By accurately calculating food costs, restaurant owners can set the right menu prices, reduce waste, and maximize their profits. Whole Wheat Bun $0.30 Avocado(1/4) $1.20

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The Restaurant Operator’s Guide to Restaurant Apps in 2025

ChowNow

Restaurant-owned branded apps allow restaurants to accept orders directly, negating the need for a third-party, giving operators more control over pricing, customer data, and rewards programs. Running out of key ingredients can lead to frustrated customers while over-ordering can result in wasted food and lost profits.

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Zero Restaurant Food Waste for the Environment and Lower CoGS

Restaurant365

While true zero-restaurant food waste is extremely rare, it can be a meaningful goal. Implementing a zero-waste initiative can help minimize your carbon footprint and may even attract new customers who embrace your environmental friendliness. Additionally, limiting your food waste can improve your restaurant’s bottom line.

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Improving Restaurant Inventory Management to Beat Rising Food Prices

Restaurant365

Restaurant inventory management plays a key role in overcoming rising food prices. Logistics challenges and labor shortages have fueled rising food prices at the wholesale level. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed the November Producer Price Index, a measure of wholesale prices, up 9.6% from a year ago.

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Top 7 POS Reports for Sales Trend Analysis

Lavu

Here’s what you need to know: Sales Reports : Track revenue, peak hours, product performance, and staff contributions to refine pricing, menu, and staffing. Product Mix Reports : Identify bestsellers and underperforming items to optimize your menu and reduce waste.

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