4 ways loyalty can drive nontraditional growth strategies

by Brittany Maroney — Sr Product Marketing Manager, Punchh

Major brands are looking at nontraditional formats like airports, grocery and campuses, requiring marketers to re-evaluate their existing campaign strategy.

McDonald's hits equal pay by gender goal

October 20, 2021

McDonald's employees are paid based on work rather than race or gender, according to a message viewed by QSRweb. The company says it has achieved equal pay by…

Hellman and Friedman acquire NPD Group

October 20, 2021

Hellman and Friedman, a global private equity firm, has entered into an exclusive agreement to acquire NPD, according to a press release.

A&W 'rebrands' burger after '80s marketing mishap

October 20, 2021

A&W Restaurants is releasing a clever marketing campaign for it's 1/3-pound burger in response to a decades-old marketing mishap that's seen renewed…

Wendy's to use recycled plastic cups in 2022

October 20, 2021

To help advance the goal of sustainably sourcing 100% of its customer-facing packaging by 2026, Wendy's is collaborating with packaging and plastics industry…

Taco Bell to give away free breakfast burritos

October 19, 2021

To celebrate the return of breakfast, Taco Bell is giving away a free breakfast burrito on Oct. 21 from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., according to a press release.

What QSRs need to know about ultrafast electric vehicle charging

by Arcady Sosinov

Three chief benefits QSRs should be aware of if they decide to adopt electric vehicle charging are: ease and cost of deployment; revenue opportunities and…

Andy’s Frozen Custard sponsors 1st entitlement NASCAR race

October 19, 2021

In celebration of Andy's Frozen Custard's 35th anniversary, and as part of a multi-year partnership with Texas Motor Speedway, Andy's was the title sponsor of…

Hot Dog on a Stick debuts LTOs

October 19, 2021

Hot Dog on a Stick has debuted two items: Cheetos Flamin' Hot Sticks with Chipotle Aioli and Strawberry Mango Lemonade with Tajin, according to a company press…

How ITMs are Changing the Service Landscape for Financial Institutions

As Financial Institutions, financial independent service operators (FISO), and ATM-as-a-Service providers can attest, ITMs were growing in popularity among…

McDonald's exec to talk about diversity, inclusion at 1-day QSR event

Ariane Panter, senior director of global diversity, equity and inclusion strategy and corporate function support at McDonald’s, will discuss diversity…

Taco Bell celebrates 10th 'Steal a Base, Steal a Taco' promo

October 18, 2021

Taco Bell's "Steal a Base, Steal a Taco" deal is back in time for the 2021 World Series. Once the first base is stolen in the World Series, Taco Bell will…

Jack in the Box taps Doug Cook as SVP, chief technology officer

October 18, 2021

Jack in the Box Inc. has named Doug Cook as senior vice president and chief technology officer. Cook brings more than 20 years of industry experience leading…

Luna Grill taps CMX to help manage supply chain

October 18, 2021

Luna Grill has selected CMX, a provider of cloud-based Enterprise Quality Management software, to manage supply chain quality and drive food safety across its…

Jack in the Box to test Impossible Burger

October 18, 2021

Jack in the Box is partnering with Impossible Foods to test its plant-based beef patty at participating Phoenix locations. The company will test the burger…

How to focus on lower-calorie without sacrificing taste, quality

by Christopher Hansen

Driven by cost and calories, many restaurants are looking for healthier and more nutritious options to entice repeat business. Christopher Hansen, assistant…

Experts weigh in on supply chain issues

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Supply chain issues continue in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and transportation issues outside the U.S. Four restaurant industry experts explained how…

A&W enters last quarter of 2021 with 15 commitments

October 15, 2021

A&W received commitments for more than 15 restaurants this year, putting the brand on track to reach its 2021 franchise sales goal of 20 new restaurants by…

Popeyes collabs with Megan Thee Stallion for hot sauce, merchandise

October 15, 2021

Popeyes has teamed up with Grammy Award-winning musician, entrepreneur and now Popeyes franchise owner Megan Thee Stallion to introduce a hot sauce and…

El Pollo Loco CEO quits

October 15, 2021

El Pollo Loco has announced the resignation of Bernard Acoca as director, chief executive officer and president of the company. CFO Larry Roberts will serve as…