Operations News & Media
#QSRNext Keynote: Unlocking the secrets of menu innovation with Frisch's CEO
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
James Walker, CEO of Frisch's, will give the keynote address on menu innovation at the #QSRNext half-day event for restaurant executives on Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.
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A&W Canada launches One Cup reusable cup program
October 16, 2023
A&W Canada has launched a reusable cup program dubbed "A&W One Cup." Unlike traditional reusable cup programs, the 'A&W One Cup' stands out for its…
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Krispy Krunchy Chicken partners with Goodr to donate food, hot meals
October 16, 2023
Krispy Krunchy Chicken has partnered with Goodr, a food waste and food insecurity management company, and donated 225 surplus meals and 270 pounds of food to…
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Southern Classic Chicken opens updated prototype in Louisiana
October 16, 2023
Southern Classic Chicken, a fried chicken brand based in Louisiana, has opened a restaurant prototype in Bossier City, Louisiana, according to a press release.
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Haven Hot Chicken wins The Perfect Pitch at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2023
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Haven Hot Chicken won The Perfect Pitch concept competition at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Louisville, Kentucky on Oct. 9.
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Antares Group merging with Aprio
October 13, 2023
Antares Group, which provides accounting and financial services to over 1,600 McDonald's restaurants and other quick service and fast casual brands in over 4…
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Savvy Sliders opens 2nd unit in Texas
October 13, 2023
Michigan-based Savvy Sliders has opened in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, marking the brand's second unit in Texas, according to a press release.
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How to leverage effective POS systems, marketing strategies to increase foot traffic
by Shannon Chirone — SVP, Marketing, HungerRush
A well-implemented POS system is more than just a tool for processing payments; it's a treasure trove of data and insights. By harnessing the capabilities of a…
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McDonald's launches '1 in 8' homecoming initiative
October 12, 2023
McDonald's has found that one in eight Americans have worked at one of its restaurants, leading the brand to launch its "1 in 8" initiative, according to a…
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Wetzel's Pretzels launches 2 kiosks in San Francisco Macy's store
October 12, 2023
Wetzel's Pretzels has opened two Wetzel's bakeries within the Macy's department store in Union Square in San Francisco, according to a press release.
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Pizza Factory in Rio Vista, California operates with new owners
October 12, 2023
Pizza Factory's Rio Vista, California, location has new owners, according to a press release.
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How diversity became Shake Shack's key ingredient
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Shake Shack set big goals for diversity. At the Fast Casual Executive Summit, Idris Stover, director of diversity, equity inclusion and engagement, discussed…
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How to make, sell creative pizzas in modern industry
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast, Pizza Marketplace editor Mandy Wolf Detwiler catches up with Andrew Scudera Jr., owner of The Original…
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Scooter's Coffee exec: 'The whole point of innovation is growth'
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Nathan Lester, senior director, drive-thru innovations for Scooter’s Coffee, spoke about pairing innovation and growth during the keynote address kicking off…
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Smashburger, Woworks, Craveworthy leaders revealing menu optimization tips
October 5, 2023
Optimizing menus across channels is one of the most important tools restaurants have when it comes to increasing customer satisfaction. Happy customers equal…
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Judge dismisses false advertising suit against Wendy's, McDonald's
October 5, 2023
A judge in Brooklyn has dismissed a false advertising suit against McDonald's and Wendy's alleging the brands used under cooked beef for its advertisements to…
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How to Motivate Franchise Operators to Follow Standardized Processes (and Why You Should)
Leave with a better understanding of key areas where consistency is king in the restaurant industry, and gain some helpful tips for implementing repeatable…
Presented by FastCasual.com
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Taco Bell brings back popular Taco Lover's Pass for 2 days only
October 3, 2023
Taco Bell is bringing back its Taco Lover's Pass, available today and tomorrow only. The pass was introduced last year and became an instant success. This…
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Papa Murphy's launches EBT pilot program in 3 states
October 3, 2023
Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza has entered into a pilot partnership with Providers by Propel, an app for EBT users, according to a press release.
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Great American Cookies, Marble Slab Creamery opens co-branded unit in Texas
October 2, 2023
FAT Brands has opened a co-branded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery at Cook's Children's Medical Center in Ft. Worth, Texas, according to a…
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