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MRM EXCLUSIVE: The 2025 Restaurant Tech Forecast: Sunny with Some Disruption Ahead

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2025, artificial intelligence will continue to drive efficiency, particularly in areas like inventory management, personalization, and workforce optimization. From curated menus to unique perks, these offerings deepen customer loyalty and provide operators with a predictable revenue stream.

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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

Loyalty is a huge factor now as guests desire rewards and perks for sticking with a favorite small business, and repeat customers are keeping many restaurants going. Whether it’s speeding up order times, improving inventory management, or boosting loyalty programs, every tool should serve a purpose.

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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When consumers order more food online, it’s clearly good for business – but it can also make it harder for businesses to manage inventory. In 2025, restaurants need to have a plan in place that ensures they are effectively managing inventory and redirecting unused, still edible food to donations.

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The Restaurant Operator’s Guide to Restaurant Apps in 2025

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Mobile ordering has become the preferred method for customers, with 71% saying they would rather use a restaurants branded mobile app over third-party platforms because its more affordable, easy to use, and personalized due to loyalty programs. Inventory and supply chain apps. Here is an example of a restaurants branded app.

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Embracing the Future: Key Trends Shaping the Restaurant, Bar, and Hospitality Industry in 2025

Modern Restaurant Management

For instance, I believe loyalty programs will evolve even further from providing customized recommendations, exclusive offers, and curated experiences based on past purchases and preferences. For instance, smart inventory systems can help reduce waste, while energy-efficient appliances cut operational costs and carbon footprints.

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How To Use Restaurant Customer Data To Improve Your Business And Grow Sales

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Every online order, email sign up, and reward program interaction generates valuable insightsbut if that data just sits there, youre missing a major opportunity. Customer data can help you improve operations and make more informed decisions about staffing and inventory. Restaurants collect a ton of customer data.

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The Best Restaurant Technology Of 2025

ChowNow

An inventory management system with automated restocking alerts keeps your stock levels in check. If customer retention is a priority consider a digital loyalty program or automated marketing tools. Guest Experience & Loyalty : Integrate with CRM and loyalty programs to personalize offers and encourage repeat business.

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