Roark Capital's chairman to speak about 'state of franchising'

October 3, 2013

Steven Romaniello, International Franchise Association chairman and managing director of Roark Capital, will speak Oct. 8 in Atlanta at a luncheon for the…

Five types of offer stacking — and how to beat them

Merchants should look for opportunities to leverage technology that helps them deliver better experiences for customers — without negative effects on their…

Mobile ordering: Changing the Gold Standard

by Noah Glass — CEO, Olo

A recent study indicating that a 90-percent order accuracy rate is considered to be best in class when it comes to drive-thru operations surprised me…

Dunkin' Donuts plans debut in Turkey

October 2, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts today announced plans to develop restaurants in major metropolitan areas across Turkey.

GE Capital expands financing to foodservice equipment industry

October 2, 2013

GE Capital's Commercial Distribution Finance business announced it will expand financing capabilities and coverage to the commercial foodservice and…

Taco Bell launches hunger fighting effort

October 2, 2013

Taco Bell and the Taco Bell Foundation for Teens have announced that their seventh year of World Hunger Relief efforts will focus on teens around the world.

Jersey Mike's hosts 4th annual Wreaths Across America campaign

October 2, 2013

Jersey Mike's Subs has kicked off its fourth annual fundraising campaign to benefit Wreaths Across America. From now through Nov. 11, all Jersey Mike's stores…

Cinnabon delivering special treats to military members

October 2, 2013

Cinnabon Inc. is partnering with Operation Gratitude for the fourth year to send a "Sweet Salute" to members of the military serving overseas. The annual…

BK's philanthropic organization kicks off fall fundraiser

October 2, 2013

The McLamore Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Burger King system, has kicked off its annual fall fundraising.

KFC leverages portability trend with new packaging

October 2, 2013

Portability has been a QSR trend for the past couple of years, as consumers find themselves increasingly on the go.

Whataburger brings back A.1., Green Chile Burgers

October 2, 2013

Due to popular demand, Whataburger restaurants in Arkansas, Louisiana, Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida have brought back the A.1. Thick & Hearty…

Cold Stone Creamery adds S'mores creations

October 2, 2013

Beginning today, Cold Stone Creamery will feature S'mores creations for a limited time only.

Captain D's turns in 26th consecutive month of sales growth

October 2, 2013

Captain D's posted positive same-store sales in Q3, and turned in its 26th consecutive month of compounding sales growth in September. The brand closed Q3 with…

Krystal unveils new Southern-themed branding campaign

October 2, 2013

Krystal has launched a new, fully integrated, music-driven marketing campaign called "Let's Krystal."

Future POS restaurant system adds Paydiant mobile wallet

October 2, 2013

Nearly 8,000 locations using the Future POS restaurant and hospitality point-of-sale system can now offer mobile payments after the company integrated a mobile…

Sonic Drive-In selects mobile commerce provider

October 2, 2013

Today CARDFREE announced that it has been selected by Sonic Drive-In as its mobile commerce platform.

Jack in the Box's late-night "munchies" menu

Jack in the Box has developed a new late-night menu — available between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. — to "cure the munchies."

Canadian QSRs offer close look at mobile payments

MasterPass has been live in Canada since March, and most cashiers generally know how to use it, though curiosity persists.

IFA adopts plan to strengthen franchise relations

October 1, 2013

The International Franchise Association board of directors has adopted recommendations to develop ways to strengthen franchise relations. The recommendations…

Tuscan chicken takes the spotlight on Subway menu

October 1, 2013

Subway's Tuscan Chicken Melt sandwich is back by popular demand and will be available as a $6 Footlong special for a limited-time only.