Commentary: Visual content tops 2013 restaurant marketing trends

Cause marketing is also a major focus for brand differentiation, as customers seek out establishments that help the community.

Fiscal Cliff stagnation holding back pace of franchise growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

According to a franchise business leader survey, 31 percent of franchisees and 20 percent of franchisors plan to cut jobs to get under the Affordable Care…

Experts weigh in on emerging restaurant trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Look for visual marketing plans, mobile engagement and daypart expansion in the New Year.

Restaurant brands rank high on Entrepreneur's 2013 franchise list

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The results of this year's list show that franchising is on the upswing after several tough years.

What to expect in the quick-service segment in 2013

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mobile initiatives will pick up in the New Year, and so will competition from other segments.

Top 2012 (non-menu) stories for the QSR segment

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Intensified competition has been driven by comprehensive rebranding efforts.

2012 QSR menu trends were all over the map

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

From bacon sundaes to barbecue sandwiches, this year pushed the innovation envelope.

National Restaurant Association predicts 2013 menu trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Locally-sourced meats and produce and children's nutrition continue to be big focuses for restaurants.

New York's QSR employees return to work after wage protest

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

'Fast Food Forward' movement is growing slowly through volunteer, social media efforts.

Restaurants adapting Facebook ordering integration

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Nearly 100 percent of restaurant brands will be on Facebook within the next two years.

Report: Menu deals no longer driving restaurant visits

Operators should examine their value proposition, leverage the convenience factor of restaurants and offer variety.

2013 food trend predictions begin trickling in

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Look for fast casual rebranding, bread experimentation and more snacking.

Waking up to late night

As QSR and casual dining segments increase their late-night business, fast casual remains absent in this growing space.

U.S. restaurant industry outlook: Slow and steady improvement

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CIT's managing director says financing continues to open up for restaurant companies.

Restaurant marketers continue to underspend in the digital space

Data generated from new digital customer engagement tools provide restaurant marketers with a far greater knowledge of their top customers than has ever…

Report: Food industry franchising profitability on the rise

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

More than 70 percent of franchisees surveyed said they would recommend their brand to other candidates – a strong indicator of job satisfaction.

NYC approves soda ban; restaurant association responds

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Big-margin soft drinks are good for operators' bottom lines.

McDonald's adding calorie information, testing fruit and veggie options

The company also plans to test additional produce side options and grilled chicken choices for Happy Meals. 

Would you like points with that? QSRs serve up loyalty programs

QSRs are beginning to experience the benefits of adopting robust digital loyalty programs, including bigger transactions.

A look at QSR August 2012 product launches

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chicken innovations were popular during the month.