Dairy Queen’s supply chain system adopts certified data standards

June 10, 2014

iTradeNetwork Inc. announced that Unified Supply Chain Inc., the supply chain subsidiary of International Dairy Queen, has agreed to adopt GS1 GDSN data…

Tyson submits bid to buy Hillshire for $8.55B

June 9, 2014

Tyson Foods Inc. today announced it has submitted a unilaterally binding offer to acquire all outstanding shares of The Hillshire Brands Company for a price of…

JTM Food Group removes ‘yoga mat’ chemical from all bakery products

June 6, 2014

JTM Food Group has responded to growing public concerns regarding the use of ADA, or azodicarbonamide, in bakery products, reformulating its bread items…

If you build it, they will come and you will profit

by John Krebs — President, Axis Purchasing

Many operators also neglect to examine the pricing of kitchen supplies, which is the number one area for savings.

How to maximize your supply chain strategy

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

In addition to cost, choose a distributor based on their food safety record and customer service metrics, as well as their sanitation practices.

Looking back at some equipment highlights from the NRA Show '14

Henny Penny showcases its chef's touch operating system, which features a barcode scanner that can pull up recipes.

Wendy’s tops its new salad with strawberries

June 4, 2014

Wendy’s has unveiled its newest seasonal salad — the Strawberry Fields Chicken Salad. The launch comes on the heels of two permanent salad additions with the…

(Updated) Tyson Foods expresses interest in purchasing Hillshire Brands

May 29, 2014

The Hillshire Brands Company issued the following statement in response to the unsolicited proposal by Tyson Foods on Thursday to acquire Hillshire Brands for…

2014 Kitchen Innovation winners

More than 20 winners showcased energy-saving, time-saving equipment to help restaurant operators' bottom lines.

El Pollo Loco names new supply chain exec

May 21, 2014

El Pollo Loco has named Dale Burke as its vice president, Supply Chain Management. In his new role, Burke will oversee the total cost of goods for the El Pollo…

Pepsi counters Coca-Cola Freestyle with Pepsi Spire

May 19, 2014

Pepsi is competing with Coca-Cola's Freestyle with its new Pepsi Spire fountain beverage dispenser.

Plenty of new product launches expected at the National Restaurant Association Show

by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com

Mobile and digital continue to be top trends, as does integrated technology solutions.

Coca-Cola introduces countertop version of Freestyle

May 16, 2014

The Coca-Cola Company’s Coca-Cola Freestyle has added three new dispensers that offer the same elements, but in designs that fit on countertops. The new…

3M Drive-Thru Headset G5 includes on-the-spot repair feature

May 15, 2014

3M this week announced the new Drive-Thru Headset G5 that was created to help defray repair costs and downtime. According to a company news release, the G5 is…

Ecolab introduces water filtration program for beverage platforms

May 15, 2014

Ecolab has launched the KAY QSR Managed Water Filtration Program to address the beverage demands of quick-service restaurants. According to a company news…

Pork prices expected to continue climbing due to virus

May 7, 2014

Due to the spread of a virus (PEDv) affecting hogs, pork supply shortages are expected in many countries in the near term. According to the Rabobank Pork…

McDonald's sustainability goals include 100% more fruit and veggies

May 6, 2014

McDonald's Corp. has released its inaugural "2020 Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability Framework" in conjunction with the company's 2012-201…

Coca-Cola adds customizable feature to Freestyle app

May 6, 2014

Coca-Cola Freestyle is set to release a new "Create Your Own Mix" feature on its Coca-Cola Freestyle app. According to a news release, the new feature will…

Unilever Food Solutions CEO recognized for healthier menu efforts

April 25, 2014

Leo Oosterveer, CEO of Unilever Food Solutions, has received the 2014 Augie Leadership Award for Sustainability and Food Ethics from the Culinary Institute of…

Tim Hortons switching to LED lighting to reduce energy consumption

April 22, 2014

Tim Hortons announced a new initiative to replace all existing lighting fixtures in its more than 4,400 restaurants throughout Canada and the U.S. with more…