From scribbles to savings: Why precision labeling is the new profit protector

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Star Micronics is showcasing its versatile mC-Label series at the National Restaurant Association Show this weekend, highlighting how high-precision labeling…

Presented by Star Micronics America

4 Reasons your restaurant’s AI initiative will probably fail

by Luke Fryer — CEO & Founder, Harri

To truly succeed in hospitality, AI must move beyond retroactive dashboards and cost-cutting to become a real-time, integrated "operational co-pilot" that…

Pizza vs. Chicken: The ultimate industry 'vibe check' at RFIS

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Executives in the pizza and chicken restaurant fields will answer questions about feedback in a 'Family Feud'-style game at the Restaurant Franchising and…

Empowering restaurants to thrive: How smart technology is transforming the guest experience and the bottom line

by Fast Casual

Amid modern restaurant challenges lies a powerful opportunity – by embracing innovative technology, restaurants can not only survive but truly thrive.

Presented by Oracle

5 ways Super Bowl delivery success translates to year-round revenue

by Alex Vasilkin — Co-Founder & CEO, Cartwheel

By leveraging AI dispatch, hybrid fulfillment models and transparent communication, pizza operators can transform the extreme logistical pressure of Super Bowl…

Speaker Spotlight: Chris Demery, CTO of Blaze Pizza

Chris Demery, CTO of Blaze Pizza, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at the Restaurant Franchising …

Lights out, orders up: the competitive edge of locally-run POS systems for QSRs

by Erick Tu — CEO, Founder, BLogic Systems

Locally-run (native) point-of-sale (POS) systems are advocated as a strategic advantage over cloud-based solutions, ensuring uninterrupted service, full…

#QSRNEXT: 10 reasons it's a no-brainer for restaurant brands

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Mark your calendar for Nov. 12, because this isn't some dusty webinar — it's a rapid-fire, packed day of industry leaders giving you the straight talk on…

3 ways AI is revolutionizing inventory management

by David Greschler — Co-Founder & CEO, NomadGo

On-device Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing inventory management in quick-service restaurants (QSRs) by automating the error-prone, tedious process to…

Satisfying the hunger for frictionless tech: meeting the needs of QSR customers, franchisees

by Morgan Petty — Strategic Account Manager, Canopy

Unreliable self-service technology is frustrating customers and costing quick-service restaurants significant money, leading to the recommendation that QSRs…

From static boards to smart menus: how AI, design shape QSR success

by Thibaud Denolle — CEO Acrelec America, Acrelec

Digital menu boards in quick-service restaurants are evolving from static displays to intelligent, real-time tools that adapt to various factors like…

Gen Z’s dining obsession and how LTOs can drive QSR success

by Samir Zabaneh — Chief Executive Officer, TouchBistro

Limited-time offers (LTOs) are a key strategy for QSRs to attract and engage Gen Z consumers, who are driven by digital trends, a fear of missing out and a…

How cloud POS supports omnichannel operations

by Abhinay Gupta — SEO Lead, Restroworks

Today's restaurants operate beyond physical walls, with cloud-based POS systems becoming essential for managing the complexity of an omnichannel presence and…

How the latest technology, AI are transforming fast-food dining

by Michelle Connolly — Director of Sales, Managed Services & Solutions Group, Panasonic Connect North America

QSRs are increasingly adopting advanced technologies like AI-enabled touchpoints, smart displays and self-service kiosks to meet consumer demands for…

Use your data or lose your margins

by Oli Ostertag — GM of Operator Cloud, PAR Technology

QSR margins are squeezed by soaring food and labor costs, compounded by potential tariffs. Survival hinges on using existing tech to integrate data, turning…

6 cool things on the NRA show floor

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

The National Restaurant Association Show featured a wide variety of food, education and technology. Here are a few of the coolest tech products we found on the…

Why regional leadership is key to QSR growth

by Andrew Openshaw — SEO & Content Specialist, Nigel Wright Group

QSR leaders are adopting regional matrix models over traditional country-by-country structures to enhance efficiency and innovation amid industry challenges.

The surprising secret to managing rising food prices for QSRs

by Patrick Donovan — Chief Operating Officer, InStride

QSRs facing inflation should prioritize employee training and development as a cost-saving strategy, rather than cutting it, to reduce turnover and improve…

Boosting QSR app retention with machine learning

by Dario Sheikh — Head of Agency, Moloco

QSR brands struggle to retain app users after initial downloads, as traditional marketing focuses on installs rather than long-term engagement. Machine…

From prep to profit: How honeygrow is tackling rising costs with AI automation

by Fast Casual

Honeygrow recently turned to back-of-house AI to streamline its operations and tackle the challenges of managing a busy kitchen.