4 things to consider when financing your restaurant

Small business financing is a relatively new industry and not everyone you speak to is reputable.

Dunkin' Donuts introduced more than 40 new products in 2013

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The brand's mobile app has been downloaded more than 5.5 million times since its launch in August 2012.

As part of ongoing China rebound, KFC plans revamp in Q2

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Yum! Brands CEO David Novak says 2014 is a 'show me, don't tell me' year.

How the recession changed Americans' eating-out habits

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

When the national menu-labeling rules are implemented, there will be more improvements in the quality of restaurant food.

Tips on preparing for a minimum wage increase

Make good hiring decisions; mistakes can be costly since training new employees is a considerable investment.

President Obama asks businesses to 'give America a raise'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The NRA claims a drastic increase in the minimum wage would limit opportunities for teens and entry-level workers.

McDonald's outlines adjustments to win back 'customer relevance'

Executives admit the pace of menu introductions overcomplicated restaurant operations last year.

The time to upgrade your POS system is now

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Systems should have cloud-based reporting, integrated online ordering and mobile integration and PCI compliancy.

Swipely's new release includes menu, service intelligence

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CEO says the system offers insight into what's most profitable or likely to drive repeat customers.

NRA: Embracing technology, menu trends key in 2014

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The industry will employ 13.5 million in 990,000 units, and restaurant job growth will outpace the overall job growth rate.

Wendy's CEO: We have fast casual experience at 40 percent lower check

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company expects the total number of restaurants in the new design to be 700 to 750 by the end of 2014.

Factors driving interchange rates down

Competition is offering merchants new ways to accept payments and this will lower fees over time.

Sysco/US Foods merger: The small independent restaurant just got smaller

The best thing small restaurants can do is band together with a GPO, providing more transparency and security in pricing.

10 QSR stories in 2013 that had nothing to do with food

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Value menus and mobile platforms dominated QSR initiatives in 2013.

Why most restaurants fail within the first three years

Restaurateurs need to be open to modifications of their original ideas.

QSR's social media hits and misses in 2013

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Brands are tapping into newer social channels, while some employees still don't grasp the consequences of sharing.

Yum! Analyst Day: Taco Bell mobile ordering to roll out in '14

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Taco Bell plans to unveil is most robust product pipeline ever, including extensions of the Cantina Bell line.

Yum! Analyst Day: KFC turns to 'holistic' plan for more innovation

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

'If we can keep our lead in emerging markets, it is a mathematical certainty this will be biggest brand in world.'

Krispy Kreme coffee platform drives sales lift

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company has high aspirations for its retail coffee line, according to CEO James Morgan.

Real-time analytics boost supply chain quality

Shifts in demand to healthier, fresher ingredients has created havoc for traditional supply chain management.