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2021: A Year of Navigating Shortages

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurants have faced labor shortages, supply and equipment shortages, and climbing food prices, with no past playbook on how to navigate the crisis. Supplies are stuck in the harbor, on trucks or are just non-existent as both national and international supply chain shortages remain. Food Shortage. Equipment Shortage.

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A Comprehensive Guide To Restaurant Profit Margins For All Restaurant Types

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Make it part of the protocol to unplug equipment when not in use and fix any leaks promptly. Variable costs Variable costs depend on your restaurant’s level of activity, including food and beverage costs, labor costs, and supplies. Create a maintenance schedule for each piece of equipment to keep everything in top condition.

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5 Things to Look For When Picking the Right Commissary Kitchen for your Food Truck

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In case you haven’t noticed, the food truck market is on the rise , which means you need to up your game. The right commissary kitchen can mean the key to a successful food truck business – considering it offers all the benefits of having your own kitchen, without a lot of the associated overhead, paperwork, and hassle.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-July 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

The edition of MRM Research Roundup features restaurant payment transaction data, foodservice equipment purchasing and the lasting appeal of chicken sandwiches. Times are even tougher for 64 percent of nonprofits, 50 percent of entertainers/artists, 48 percent of small businesses in the transportation sector, and 43 percent of event planners.

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Revolutionizing Restaurant Supply Chains: The Impact of AI on Transparency, Validation, Verification, and Sustainability

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has become invaluable in the food industry. Validating and verifying food safety. Modern consumers are increasingly conscious of their food sources and want to know more about the ingredients used in their meals. Another crucial aspect of modern restaurant supply chains is validation.

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The Digital Revolution, Evolving Consumer Expectations and Other Trends

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Technology Integration – Restaurants leveraged AI, IoT, 5G, and quantum computing to optimize operations, enhance inventory management, streamline supply chains, improve food safety, and more. Regulatory Compliance – Staying abreast of evolving food safety regulations remained a persistent challenge in 2023.

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Tech Is Revolutionizing Restaurants’ Quality Audits

Modern Restaurant Management

For instance, when they identify and remediate wastage in their restaurant, they’ll save food, time, money – and boost their bottom line. Tech solutions collect and analyze data, which allows brand leaders to make more informed, data-driven decisions to optimize their operations.

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