8 QSR leasing pointers to avoid over-billing, under-maintenance, unexpected charges

Double-billing, poor property maintenance and last-minute charges can plague QSR tenants with unexpected costs and unsightly storefronts. Here, the two men…

5 expert tips to success in QSR franchise deals

by Carty Davis — Founding Partner, C Squared Advisors

Any significant type of QSR franchise deal can be a pivotal moment for all involved, so take time now to ensure you're well-armed with the right expertise and…

Study names Arlington, Virginia, as best city to open a restaurant

The Washington D.C. area dominated the top of the list with D.C. and Arlington ranking No. 3 and No. 1, respectively.

Doing data better: 3 key areas to tweak for better sales, engagement

Is your brand's data use doing you the kinds of favors that can make the competitive difference? This article shines the light on three areas where you might…

Why QSRs should embrace global flavors

by Andrew Rosenbloom — Director of Marketing, Consolidated Concepts

There's a world of flavors beckoning at every QSR's door, as consumers seek to give a sense of exotic travel's fun and adventure to their dinner plates. Here…

It's your call: Who will win FastCasual's 2019 Excellence in Food Safety award?

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

FastCasual has partnered with Steritech to honor one fast casual brand for Excellence in Food Safety, but it's up to FastCasual's readers to come up with the…

A 3-step playbook for scaling your QSR

by Ray Reddy — CEO and Co-Founder, Ritual

If one of your leadership team's resolutions for 2019 was more effective scaling, take note. There are proven ways to help you not only keep those resolutions…

2019 QSR lifesaver: Clever, competitive use of tech

by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore

There are early signs it may be a tough year for foodservice, including QSRs. But one veteran industry observer believes both established and emerging…

If your QSR ever considered kiosks, or maybe especially if it didn’t, read on

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Self-serve kiosks were dominant at this year's National Retail Federation Big Show earlier this month. The options ran the gamut in this realm, from AI and…

QSR digital signage decision-making: 8 key queries for your vendor

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

A good vendor should be able to answer these questions regarding a digital signage deployment.

The many operational options mobile food safety software offers QSRs

by Terry Dolan — Head of Solutions, WorldAPP

Mobile food safety software can provide QSRs an array of other operational benefits, including everything from increased accountability to overall operational…

Growing greater QSR engagement? All you have to do is ask

by Robert Whitehead — Director Retail & Hospitality Technology, Softtek Integrations

Customer insight makes the restaurant world go 'round because it gives QSRs a critical competitive advantage. And while many brand leaders may think they have…

From pickle slush to nightmare burgers: Former 'Simpson's' writer names best, worst fast food of 2018

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Bill Oakley, the writer behind "The Simpson's" episode featuring "steamed ham" sandwiches, has capped off his first year as a "fast food reviewer" with awards…

3 guides to QSR growth in 2019

by Ray Reddy — CEO and Co-Founder, Ritual

QSRs are doing quite well, thank you. But as we all know, staying on top is not a one-and-done thing. To keep the momentum building in the year ahead, heed…

QSR leaders: Do you really know what's happening inside your supply chain?

by Andrew Rosenbloom — Director of Marketing, Consolidated Concepts

It's said, you never know if you don't look. Unfortunately, many QSR operators have turned a 'blind eye' toward their supply chains under the assumption that…

Great guest engagement: Ask and ye shall receive

by Robert Whitehead — Director Retail & Hospitality Technology, Softtek Integrations

Customer insight makes the restaurant world go 'round because it gives QSR brands a critical competitive advantage. And while many brand leaders may think…

5 tips to punch up December profits

by Ray Reddy — CEO and Co-Founder, Ritual

End-of-year holidays can actually be a drag on some restaurant brands that suffer sales at the expense of overly busy and under-funded regular customers. Try…

Brand strength: CEO says it's NOT in the numbers

What makes a brand a powerful force in a crowded QSR field? While the assumption in the restaurant industry has always been that the really strong brands are…

3 tripwires to accurate QSR mobile/e-club campaign measurement

by Brad Rukstales — CEO, Cogensia

The idea behind e-clubs is to help brands drive sales by turning the customer experience into something more personal. But how do you know if your e-club is…

QSR brands suffer mightily from old, unintegrated tech

by Robert Whitehead — Director Retail & Hospitality Technology, Softtek Integrations

As the business world catapults ahead — courtesy of all kinds of new technology — the restaurant industry is still suffering significantly from old systems…