When discussing kitchen technology, we often describe the need for "smart solutions." In other words, automated solutions that are easy to use, that integrate with your existing Point of Sale system and that streamline your kitchen processes. Indeed, ConnectSmart® Kitchen’s polished software and …
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5 Best Practices for Restaurant Inventory Management
When strategizing for your restaurant, you need to know what's on hand to plan for the future. Restaurant inventory management is the process of analyzing your supply, economizing on what you've got, and using this data to make informed purchases. Effective inventory management is like a routine …
Restaurant News Roundup: October 2017
October was filled with plenty of newsworthy restaurant industry topics. It was hard to narrow it down to just a few but we think you’ll enjoy our choices. Below is a recap of restaurant news that hit the wire in October. Restaurant’s Q3 Traffic Worsens, but Hopeful Signs Emerge The third quarter of …
Why Restaurants Need a Website
Running a restaurant is a huge task that comes with a never-ending to-do-list. Most operators probably don’t like the idea of adding another assignment but there is one that is very important – a website. According to a Constant Contact/Single Platform survey, “75% of consumers surveyed often choose …
Why Social Media For Your Restaurant Is Important
Last updated: January 17th, 2020 There are now over 3.48 billion social media users – and that number is always growing. If you’re looking for a way to reach a broader audience, then knowing how to use social media for your restaurant is essential to growing your customer opportunities. Restaurants …
Menu Design – A Visual Optimization Guide
Once you’ve engineered your menu item by item, it’s time to consider how it will all look. In most cases, your physical menu will be the first interaction customers have directly with your products, brand and content. It’s no secret that menu design influences buying customer decisions, but you …
Restaurant Delivery: The Latest Tech Boom
According to the National Restaurant Association, 69% of adults said purchasing meals from take-out and delivery restaurants makes it easier for families with children to manage their day-to-day lives. It’s clear that consumers are increasingly relying on modern conveniences to fulfill their hunger …
Restaurant News Roundup: September 2017
September was filled with plenty of newsworthy restaurant industry topics. It was hard to narrow it down to just a few but we think you’ll enjoy our choices. Below is a recap of restaurant news that hit the wire in September. Olo Partners with Amazon Restaurants to Simplify Delivery Olo will …