McDonald's creates customer officer position to sharpen marketing focus

September 18, 2014

As part of its attempt to sharpen its marketing focus and turn sales around in the US, McDonald's has named its first-ever vice president-customer officer.

Burger King rolls out suggestive-sell drive-thru displays

September 18, 2014

More than 6,000 FlashRight Suggestive Sell Displays have been installed at Burger King restaurants throughout the country. According to a news release from…

West Coast Franchise Expo coming to Anaheim

September 18, 2014

The International Franchise Association is sponsoring an expo for potential franchisees Oct. 23-25 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

NEXTEP brings self-order kiosks to Chicago cafe

September 18, 2014

In a recent case study by food technology provider Nextep Systems, the company outlined the challenged it faced in working with SAVOR…Chicago to accommodate a…

Three ways restaurants can be smarter with local schools

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

Online ordering is the perfect way to remind students, parents and school administrators that you care about their needs by offering them a quick and…

Senators introduce NLRB Reform Act on heels of McDonald's ruling

September 17, 2014

Senator Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Lamar Alexander have introduced the National Labor Relations Board Act on the heels of the NLRB's decision…

Dunkin' Brands commits to 100% sustainable palm oil by 2016

September 17, 2014

Dunkin' Brands announced this week its commitment to source only 100-percent sustainable palm oil in the US by 2016. According to a news release, the company…

Digital cash platform now available at Canadian food truck business

September 17, 2014

British Columbia-based DougiedogDinerTruck has deployed nTrust, a digital cash platform that launched in Canada via Cloud Money. With the launch of nTrust's…

McDonald's hosting educational workshops for college students

September 17, 2014

McDonald's is hosting Education Workshops in the Los Angeles market, in partnership with actress and singer Arden Cho. The workshops are scheduled for:

Sonic expects technology initiatives to boost profits in 2015

September 17, 2014

Sonic Corp. today announced its fiscal 2015 outlook.

Who you gonna call? Krispy Kreme marks 30th anniversary of Ghostbusters

September 17, 2014

Krispy Kreme and Sony Pictures Consumer Products have teamed up for a new promotion that celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Ghostbuster movie.

Bruster’s hires Kahala veteran to lead franchise development

September 17, 2014

Corey Bradley has joined Bruster's Real Ice Cream as its new vice president of Franchise Development. According to the company, Bradley was hired to help with…

McDonald’s McCafé to hit Canadian retail shelves this month

September 17, 2014

McDonald's McCafé coffee will be available at grocery stores throughout Canada this month. According to Reuters, the retail line is part of the chain's…

Cinnabon kicks off pumpkin season with fall menu

September 17, 2014

More restaurants adopting green practices

September 17, 2014

Research reveals that the majority of restaurants surveyed by the National Restaurant Association recycle, use compact fluorescent lighting and purchase…

Millennials buying in to restaurant brands that embrace philanthropy

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurant marketers can capitalize on this trend by thanking guests for their contribution with special offers.

Franchise owners head to Capitol Hill to voice opposition of McDonald’s decision

September 16, 2014

Franchise owners across a number of industries are in Washington, DC, today to voice their opposition to the recent National Labor Relations Board ruling…

Total Merchant’s Groovv Register gets restaurant-specific upgrades

September 16, 2014

Total Merchant Services, a payments processing company, has released a restaurant version of Groovv Register designed to help independent restaurant owners.

Rita's Italian Ice celebrates Iowa debut

September 16, 2014

Rita's Italian Ice has opened its 50th location of the year, and its first in the state of Iowa.  The new location is at Hawthorne Plaza, 9250 University…

Fund established to encourage pro athletes into franchising

September 16, 2014