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QSR Tech Investments Prioritize Near-Term Results Over Flashy Gimmicks
January 03, 2023

As restaurants’ inflationary challenges continue, many are shifting focus from long-term bets to immediate practical solutions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

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Technology in Restaurants Invoicing Unlocks Key Margin-Boosting Data
December 13, 2022

Amid ongoing economic challenges, technology in restaurants’ line-item invoice data can help improve buying decisions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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More Restaurant Customers Want and Expect Tableside Payments
November 18, 2022

As technology takes over the restaurant industry, even full-service restaurants (FSRs) are facing increasing consumer expectations of digital efficiency. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

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Restaurants Leverage Hospitality Experience as ‘Dark Kitchen’ Trend Grows
November 15, 2022

It was once a challenge for restaurants to take ownership of their online presence, putting many at the mercy of third-party aggregators or having to foot hefty bills for ads and placements. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Toast Seizes on Labor Challenges at Independent Restaurants to Drive Adoption
November 10, 2022

Restaurant technology platform Toast said the disproportionate challenges affecting independent restaurant operators provided a strong business opportunity to offer labor and productivity services to small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Dutch Bros, Starbucks Report Drive-Thru Gains While McDonald’s Sees Weakness
November 10, 2022

Across the restaurant industry, brands including Dutch Bros and Starbucks are seeing their drive-thru sales increase, with the stark exception of quick-service restaurant (QSR) giant McDonald’s, a leader in the drive-thru space. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Cross-Brand Data-Sharing Reduces Restaurant Payment Friction
November 09, 2022

Restaurant technology company Olo is aiming to improve the payment process and sales by allowing customers to use saved information across brands through its “new Borderless” feature. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Hybrid Restaurant-Retail-Entertainment Venues Lack Unified POS Experience
November 01, 2022

Restaurant technology has become dramatically more sophisticated in the past few years, but certain kinds of venues have been largely left behind in the industry’s digital shift. For instance, multi-activity locations that run a bar and/or restaurant in addition to these activities have a more...

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SpotOn Adds Event Capabilities as POS Providers Compete to Do It All
October 20, 2022

SpotOn is looking to set its restaurant point-of-sale (POS) offerings apart with increasingly comprehensive solutions, most recently announcing Tuesday (Oct. 18) the launch of Experiences by SpotOn Reserve, powering reservation and waitlist features for special events. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...