Top leaders from On the Border, Taco John's, Nestle, Arby's added to franchising summit agenda

February 2, 2016

Several of the restaurant industry’s heaviest hitters will share tips and best business practices at this year’s Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit…

Wendy's partners with U.S. Department of Energy's Better Buildings Challenge

February 2, 2016

The Wendy's Company has joined the U.S. Department of Energy's Better Building Challenge with a commitment to reduce energy consumption in its U.S.

Revention releases Honeycomb loyalty program

February 2, 2016

Revention has released Honeycomb, a cloud-based loyalty program.

Sonic re-aligns digital leadership

February 2, 2016

Sonic Corp has a new leadership alignment that reflects the increased integration of technology across functions and initiatives.

Taco Bell reveals pre-order Super Bowl ad teasers

February 2, 2016

Taco Bell has revealed additional details for what could be its "biggest launch to date" during the upcoming Super Bowl 50.

BIP Capital launches franchise-development division

February 1, 2016

BIP Capital, an Atlanta-based venture capital firm, has launched a franchise-development division, the BIP Franchise Accelerator, to help emerging brands…

Free Webinar: Experts discuss how restaurants can use the Internet of Things to win customers

February 1, 2016

To clear up confusion and demonstrate how restaurants can use IoT to help reach customers, FastCasual.com and VMOB recently hosted a free webinar now…

Growing reception and use of restaurant self-serve POS

While rugged mobile tablets are making their way into the food services market, one element of the checkout experience that continues to be in demand for…

Mobile is affecting commerce decisions for retailers

by Will Hernandez — Editor, NetWorld Media Group

At the NRF Big Show, a panel discussion about what's next in payments focused on the role technology has played in consumers' expectations as they interact…

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen appoints new board member

February 1, 2016

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Inc, the franchisor and operator of Popeyes restaurants, appointed Candace S. Matthews to its board of directors.

White Castle to transition egg supply to 100% cage-free

February 1, 2016

White Castle announced that 100 percent of the eggs it sources each year will come from cage-free hens by 2025.

New officers, board members elected to NRA

February 1, 2016

The National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation announced the election of officers to its Board of Directors…

Plant Power Fast Food opening in San Diego

January 29, 2016

Plant Power Fast Food announced the opening of its plant-based, quick serve restaurant in Ocean Beach, California.

Video: Smashburger founder discusses why old brands are struggling

Fast casual is pervasive, persistent and is starting to cover all categories, said Smashburger Founder Tom Ryan.

Merchants shift priorities to better serve today's consumers

by Will Hernandez — Editor, NetWorld Media Group

At the National Retail Federation Big Show, London-based multinational retailer Marks and Spencer described how it created a new loyalty program.

Sonic brings back Lil' Doggies, Lil' Chickies

January 29, 2016

Sonic Drive-In announced the return of last year's popular snack-sized Lil' Doggies and Lil' Chickies with new flavors.

TravelCenters of America opens new freestanding Burger King

January 29, 2016

TravelCenters of America LLC, operator of the TA and Petro Stopping Centers travel center brands, has announced the opening of a new freestanding Burger King…

Krystal celebrating Groundhog Day with LTO Shrimp Po' Boy

January 29, 2016

In the hopes that spring is around the corner, Krystal restaurants announced a limited-time-offer for this year's Groundhog Day results.

Cousins Subs presents 'Bucky's Got Game' social media sweepstakes

January 29, 2016

Cousins Subs and University of Wisconsin Athletics invite Badger fans to participate in the "Bucky's Got Game" social media sweepstakes from Feb. 1-29.

Wendy's investigating possible payment card data breach

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

January 28, 2016

Wendy's is investigating reports of "unusual activity" on payment cards that had been used at some of its restaurants