Star Micronics Cloud Services: Revamped for an Evolving World

Star Micronics Cloud Services allows developers and business owners to monitor devices in real-time, collect crucial data, and create customized receipts…

Digital Technologies Reshaping Restaurant Operations

Operators are increasingly using digital devices to improve service, help manage labor challenges and gather insightful analytics.

White Castle surpasses 28B sliders sold

April 29, 2022

White Castle is celebrating National Hamburger Month — the month of May — with the announcement that sales of its signature sliders have surpassed 28 billion.

Acrelec partners with PAR Technology to upgrade digital menu boards

April 29, 2022

Acrelec, a technology company that works to improve the customer experience for restaurants and retail brands, completed its integration with Brink POS…

McDonald's reports 1st quarter sales increase

April 28, 2022

Global comparable sales rose 11.8% and U.S. sales increased 3.5% for McDonald's in the first quarter of 2022.

Webinar deep dives into modern loyalty programs

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Transactions are just the tip of the loyalty iceberg. This webinar deep-dives below the surface to explain how to get more out of your rewards program.

P.F. Chang's, Shipley Do-Nuts, WOWorks, Oath Pizza share ways to lure multi-unit operators

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Franchisors need strong listening and communication skills, as well as a strong brand foundation, when looking to partner with multi-unit franchisees.

The Taco Bell Foundation awards $8M in scholarships

April 27, 2022

The Taco Bell Foundation is providing than $8 million in scholarships for 772 students. With the help of Taco Bell's Chief Impact Officer, Lil Nas X, the Taco…

Whataburger to honor educators during Teacher Appreciation Week

April 27, 2022

Whataburger will celebrate educators during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2-6), according to a press release.

Focus Brands, Wing Shack, Jamco leaders talk data control, loyalty strategies

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Regaining control of data is paramount for restaurant brands after two years of data collection being in the hands of third-party delivery partners.

Jack in the Box partners with Miso Robotics to test robotics

April 26, 2022

Jack in the Box has partnered with Miso Robotics to begin a pilot test for its Flippy 2 and Zippy product lines in one of the national restaurant chain's…

Wetzel's Pretzels opens at LAX Airport

April 26, 2022

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened at Los Angeles International Airport, according to a press release.

Leasecake raises $12M in funding

April 26, 2022

Leasecake, a cloud-based operating system for lease and location management, has raised $12 million led by PeakSpan Capital, a Silicon Valley investment firm…

Bojangles taps Arby's exec as COO

April 25, 2022

Bojangles has named senior restaurant executive David Whitaker as COO, overseeing company and franchise operations to drive systemwide sales and growth.

Burger King offers free fries for loyalty members

April 25, 2022

Burger King loyalty members just got a year-long perk: free fries every week for the rest of the year with any purchase — whatever size they're craving…

Taco Bell to kick off 5-city Drag Brunch

April 25, 2022

Taco Bell is rolling out the purple carpet for a new immersive fan experience: Drag Brunch. Starting in May, U.S. fans can participate in "Taco Bell Drag…

White Castle celebrates Orlando milestones

April 25, 2022

White Castle's Orlando, Florida location is celebrating its first anniversary May 3. The restaurant is the company's top performer among White Castle's more…

Texas food delivery company hiring chief taco officer

April 25, 2022

Love tacos? Love driving? Then you may want to apply for a job in Texas that requires a love for tacos and travel.

Taco Del Mar ready to grow with local focus, great food

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Taco Del Mar once had upwards of 300 stores. Now, wth just under 100, and new ownership, the brand is eager to grow with a local focus and great food.

KFC opens 1st Green Pioneer Stores in China

April 22, 2022

Yum China Holdings Inc. has launched KFC's first Green Pioneer Stores in Hangzhou and Beijing, aiming to further integrate innovative solutions for building…