Rising food costs are a manageable challenge

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Record industry sales in March indicate a continued need for consumer focus.

Commentary: The case for online marketing management

How operators can successfully launch a national marketing campaign without wasting materials.

Popeyes relies heavily on existing franchisees for expansion plans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Company's four Strategic Plan initiatives have yielded positive results and driven growth.

Nutritional calculators: The diner's guide to healthy eating

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Restaurants are embracing consumers' demand to know more.

Tasti D-Lite SNAPs into social media loyalty program

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

New platform offers effortless customer incentives through automatic check-ins.

Follow the leader: Menu development for kids

By Cari Price

Decoded: the National Menu Labeling Law

By Lara Baldwin

Pizza Executive Summit 2011 announces speakers, agenda

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

The Pizza Executive Summit, an exclusive executive-only event produced by NetWorld Alliance and hosted by PizzaMarketplace.com, has finalized its keynote…

Commentary: Commercial real estate market rebounding

Asking rents for retail space are at 5-year lows and landlords want to fill their space with qualified tenants.

Burger King revamps marketing plans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Quick-service chain burger giant wants to broaden its consumer focus beyond the 18-to-35-year-old male.

Tim Hortons brews up responsibility report, preps for price hikes

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Some Canadian units have posted signs warning of impending price hikes, anticipated to be 7 cents for a large coffee.

Commentary: Protect sensitive data by improving document management practices

As fraud-related incidents increase within the restaurant industry, secure practices limit risk and improve operational efficiencies.

CIT Group: Expect M&A to pick up in 2011

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Private equity firms attracted to strong growth potential.

Let’s twist again: Pretzels make a comeback

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Cost, portability and versatility are all contributing to what many are calling a trend.

Commentary: New management smothers creative spark

When a company is taken over, changing agencies should be reconsidered to avoid discontinuity.

Commentary: Selling digital versus traditional menu boards

Operators have many legitimate questions -- from cost to reliability -- when it comes to digital signage boards.

U.S. restaurants join Japan earthquake relief effort

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Chains and independents are sponsoring promotions and contributing funds to help with the earthquake/tsunami recovery.

No Place Like Home: Culver’s rebranding effort touts heritage

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

New “Welcome to Delicious” campaign focuses on small-town hospitality.

16 Handles embarks upon East Coast expansion

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Manhattan-based frozen yogurt concept 16 Handles, which began franchising in August 2010, is set to open five new East Coast stores this spring. Expansion…

The Domino’s Effect: Honest feedback yielding honest advertising

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Some level of company candor is necessary in the days of social media.