Operations News & Media

Wendy's recognizes top suppliers and distributors

November 13, 2013

Quality Supply Chain Co-op Inc., the independent purchasing cooperative for restaurants owned by The Wendy's Company and its franchisees, recently honored 1…

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Baskin-Robbins plans Los Angeles expansion

November 12, 2013

Baskin-Robbins has signed three store development agreements for the opening of four new shops in the greater Los Angeles area. Franchisee Binoy Kothari plans…

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Krispy Kreme plans Alaska debut

November 12, 2013

Krispy Kreme has signed an agreement with North to Alaska LLC for the development of four Krispy Kreme shops in Anchorage and the Matanuska Valley throughout…

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Roy Rogers continues Mid-Atlantic expansion

November 11, 2013

Roy Rogers Restaurants opened its latest company-owned store today in Waldorf, Md. The new restaurant is part of the company's Mid-Atlantic expansion plan that…

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President Obama reportedly supports $10.10 minimum wage

November 11, 2013

Reports surfaced last week that President Obama supports an increase in the federal minimum wage to $10.10 an hour, from the current $7.25 an hour. This…

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Nathan's Famous foodservice sales up 16.4 percent

November 11, 2013

Nathan's Famous Inc. reported results for the second quarter of its 2014 fiscal year that ended Sept. 29, including a 10.8 percent increase in revenues…

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E-FLEX coalition files comments with IRS

November 8, 2013

Backed by the National Restaurant Association, the Employers for Flexibility in Health Care Coalition has filed comments with the Internal Revenue Service…

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McDonald's October sales up slightly across US, Europe

November 8, 2013

McDonald's Corporation today announced that global comparable sales increased 0.5 percent in October. Performance by segment was as follows:

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McDonald's, Taco Bell achieve big perception gains with Hispanics

November 8, 2013

McDonald's has achieved the biggest perception gains among the Hispanic consumer demographic within the QSR category througout the past 60 days.

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Dan Cathy takes the reins at Chick-fil-A

November 8, 2013

Truett Cathy, founder of Chick-fil-A, has stepped down as CEO and chairman. He will be replaced by his son, Dan Cathy, who previously served as COO.

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Tim Hortons prioritizes speed of service, simplicity

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The chain is testing beverage express restaurants in select urban locations to benefit guests who just want coffee.

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Wendy's marketing efforts boost brand awareness

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The brand's 'Red' campaign is resonating with Millennials and communicating new, premium offerings effectively.

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Affordable Health Benefits Coalition launches

November 7, 2013

The Affordable Health Benefits Coalition has been launched by a group of organizations, including the National Council of Chain Restaurants, with the common…

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Auntie Anne's new baking kit hits Target shelves

November 7, 2013

Auntie Anne's Pretzels has entered into an agreement with national retailers Target and Michael's, to carry its newly designed Pretzels & More Homemade…

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Popcorn snack concept hopes to pop up nationwide

November 7, 2013

Poppin' Kettle Natural Popcorn has made its debut at the Westfield Meriden Mall in Connecticut, and Franchisee Jeff O'Loughlin and Franchisor Chris Gregoris…

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NRA now accepting nominations for Operator Innovation Awards

November 7, 2013

The National Restaurant Association is now accepting nominations for the third annual Operator Innovations Awards, which celebrate restaurant operators who are…

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KFC bows out of Syria due to war, operational hurdles

November 6, 2013

KFC closed its Damascus franchise in October, citing "operational difficulties" driven by the country's ongoing civil war and food shortages. According to the…

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Fiesta Group reports strong Q3 results

November 6, 2013

Revenues are up for Fiesta Restaurant Group, parent company of Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana. The chain reported that total revenues increased 9.8 percent to…

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Detroit to get 12 new Dunkin' Donuts units

November 5, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts announced today the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with three existing franchise groups to develop 12 new restaurants in…

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Breakfast sales provide a boost for Good Times chain

November 4, 2013

Good Times Restaurants Inc. today announced its same-store sales for its Good Times restaurants increased 26 percent in October, its seventh consecutive month…

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