Great American Cookies opens location in Mississippi

October 24, 2025

Great American Cookies is broadening its presence in Mississippi with an opening in Hattiesburg. The state currently has 10 locations, according to a press…

Farmer Boys, Taco Cabana, Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill execs talk high-tech drive-thrus

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

A Fast Casual Executive Summit session highlighted the drive-thru's post-pandemic evolution, moving beyond just speed to prioritize accuracy, hospitality and…

How transformational leadership sparks growth, loyalty in the modern workplace

by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker

Transformational leadership elevates the modern workplace by inspiring employees through purpose, vision and personal connection, which ultimately fosters…

Qu Digital (Online Ordering)

Qu’s mobile-first online ordering solution is specifically designed for Quick Service and Fast Casual restaurants. It guides guests confidently through the…

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Kiosk

Kiosk your way with Qu’s unified kiosk options that delight staff and guests. dual-purpose POS + Kiosk solution pivots to be cashier or guest-facing in…

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Third-Party Ordering (3PD)

Our unified platform eliminates tablet clutter and manual entry while delivering real-time integration across all delivery partners. The result? Restaurants…

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Qu Order Status

With customizable branding, multilingual support, and real-time synchronization, Qu Order Status is the mission-critical tool that turns kitchen confusion into…

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Point of Sale (POS)

Unlike competitors’ systems that require workarounds, Qu’s unified platform connects your entire operation from a single foundation. This means faster service…

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Kitchen Display System (KDS)

Qu’s Kitchen Display System is a modern, sleek solution that shapes your back-of-house operations into a synchronized, high-performance engine. With orders…

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Qu Notify

Qu Notify empowers restaurant operators with real-time sales and labor data, predictive analytics, and customizable alerts delivered seamlessly to iPhone or…

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NCR Voyix named preferred technology provider for Marco’s Pizza international expansion

October 23, 2025

NCR Voyix Corporation has been selected as the preferred technology provider by Marco's Pizza for the brand's new international locations. The partnership…

Great American Cookies, Marble Slab Creamery inks deal for Iraq

October 23, 2025

FAT Brands has signed a deal to open 10 co-branded Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies co-branded units across Iraq over the next five years.

Domino's Pizza refreshes brand after years of growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Domino's Pizza has a sweet new look and jingle by GRAMMY award-winning artist Shaboozey. The brand refresh is the first in 13 years for the company.

6 Top Slack Alternatives

Restaurant teams need an intuitive, simple work chat that you don't need to be tech-savvy to use. If you’re looking for a Slack alternative that’s actually…

The Hidden Risk of Sharing Phone Numbers in Your Restaurant's Group Chat

Sharing personal numbers exposes team members to harassment, blurs professional lines, and creates major legal risks. Discover how to protect your staff and…

Taco John's inks agreement for Casper, Wyoming

October 22, 2025

Mexican QSR Taco John's has signed a franchise agreement in Casper, Wyoming. The restaurant is slated to open in the spring of 2026 and is under the helm of…

The expert advantage: unlock the power of your growth

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Investing in the right external and internal experts is crucial for business leaders, not just for accelerating growth but also for building wealth and…

AI at the Edge, in the Cloud, or Both?

The future of AI isn’t Edge vs Cloud computing—it’s the combination. Discover how a hybrid model delivers speed, stability, and smarts.

#QSRNEXT: 10 reasons it's a no-brainer for restaurant brands

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Mark your calendar for Nov. 12, because this isn't some dusty webinar — it's a rapid-fire, packed day of industry leaders giving you the straight talk on…

Marco's Pizza brings back the heat with Fiery Flavors pizzas, breads

October 21, 2025

Marco's Pizza has brought back its Fiery Flavors pizza and breads for a limited time, according to a press release.