Dippin' Dots makes big moves to continue upward growth trend

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

New products, new markets and new partnerships are in the works for Dippin' Dots as part of a plan to continue the company's explosive growth worldwide.

Dunkin’ innovation chief: Hope is no strategy; retailers must differentiate or die

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

John Costello, Dunkin’ Brands president, global marketing and innovation, doesn’t mince words when it comes to the state of retail and what retailers must do…

Breakfast or a snack? Study says consumers see both the same way

America is fast becoming a nation of snackers and a new study indicates that the trend starts with breakfast.

Why is Wienerschitzel's CEO wearing a nose ring?

May 17, 2016

Apparently the CBS show, "Undercover Boss," has hit pay-dirt with the restaurant industry. For the second Sunday in a row, the show will feature a restaurant…

Consumers rank Panera, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, DQ as favorite brands

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Results are in from a study created via a mobile insights platform that captures customer impressions of some of the nation's premier QSR brands.

Captain D's sails into Spartanburg

May 9, 2016

Captain D's started this week by opening its second corporate location in Spartanburg, South Carolina, in the past six months. Another location was opened last…

Digital signage and menu boards: Is the writing on the wall?

Menu boards are the backbone of any restaurant's operations. After all, guests can't order what they can't see.

2016: The year to master digital ordering

by Noah Glass — CEO, Olo

In 2016 and beyond, restaurant industry success will be determined not by mastering the drive-thru, but rather by mastering digital ordering and meeting the…

Wendy's 'Image Activation' store opens in Grand Rapids

January 19, 2016

Wendy's of Michigan announced the Grand Opening of the company's fourth Michigan Image Activation Wendy's restaurant in downtown Grand Rapids

Drive-thru menu boards accelerating into the digital future

The days of static signage at the drive-thru are over. Innovative new technologies have made the drive-thru experience interactive and personalized for each…

Friendly’s adds drive thru to western MA store

October 23, 2015

Friendly’s Ice Cream announced the opening of a drive thru in western Massachusetts.

SCA launches drive-thru napkin dispenser in North America

October 16, 2015

SCA, the producer of the Tork brand of away-from-home professional hygiene products, announced the launch of the Tork Xpressnap Drive Thru Napkin Dispenser.

Ask the experts: Have digital menu boards reached critical mass?

by Christopher Hall

Digital signage is becoming increasingly common in both quick service and fast casual restaurants, so for this month's "Ask the experts" feature, we asked Jeff…

New McDonald’s in progress for Michigan communities

September 16, 2015

The new facilities, replacing current and former McDonald's, will boast two drive-thru kiosks.

Marble Slab Creamery plants flag in Pakistan

January 5, 2015

The 8,000-square-foot restaurant, located in Lahore, features a game room and a drive-thru window, and is one of the largest Marble Slab Creamery stores in the…

Next up for QSR: Adaptive drive-thru digital menu boards

Given that almost two-thirds of sales come from drive-thru customers, this segment represents the single largest opportunity to improve revenues and…

Chick-fil-A plans drive-thru debut in Wyoming

October 27, 2014

Chick-fil-A is about ready to add its second location in Wyoming, and its first restaurant in the state with a drive-thru. According to the Wyoming Business…

The Howard Company adds SpeedThru Drive-Thru Headset Systems to product line

October 21, 2014

The Howard Company has partnered with Wentworth Technology to provide its SpeedThru headset communication systems as part of Howard's drive-thru product line…

American Express and McDonald's USA to bring Membership Rewards Points to McDonald's restaurants

October 14, 2014

American Express to donate $1 to Ronald McDonald House charities each time a card member redeems points.

El Pollo Loco introduces 'Create Your Own' Pollo Bowl

October 14, 2014

Limited-time offer allows customers to choose from an assortment of ingredients.