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Dunkin’ Taps HubKonnect’s AI as QSRs Get Hyper-Specific With Marketing
June 06, 2023

As restaurants compete to take advantage of new digital capabilities as quickly and effectively as possible, Dunkin’ is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize stores’ performance on a unit-to-unit basis. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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QSRs Look to Data Scientists for Menu Change Insights
June 05, 2023

For menu change insights, some quick-service restaurants (QSRs) are not looking to food scientists but to cold, hard numbers. 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 Rethink Loyalty With Brand Partnerships and Creative Rewards
June 02, 2023

Quick-service restaurant (QSR) giant KFC has become the latest eatery to announce a rewards partnership with a video game company, collaborating with action role-playing game Diablo IV to offer in-game rewards when diners buy chicken sandwiches via the restaurant’s digital channels. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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IHOP Reportedly Shuttering Fast-Casual Concept as Consumers Seek Value
June 01, 2023

IHOP is reportedly shutting down its test of fast-casual concept Flip’d as restaurant customers increasingly seek out hospitality on the one end and low prices on the other, leaving fast-casuals in a tricky spot. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Panera Offers Diners Ability to Pick Up at the Drive-Thru
May 31, 2023

Panera says it will allow diners to pick up their orders without leaving their cars. 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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Restaurants’ Declining Service Threatens Diner Loyalty
May 31, 2023

As restaurant prices rapidly rise, consumers are noting restaurants reducing costs by compromising on service — decisions that could come at the expense of diner loyalty. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Chipotle Founder Reportedly Creating Robotic Restaurant as Eateries Tap Automation
May 26, 2023

With restaurants testing out different automated technologies, trying to get a sense of how much labor they can outsource to machines without compromising on quality or alienating consumers, Chipotle founder and former CEO Steve Ells is reportedly looking to throw his hat in the ring....

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Restaurants Push Rewards as Digital Growth Stalls
May 26, 2023

After a surge in digital engagement with restaurants in the early stages of the pandemic, consumers around the world, it seems, have been pulling back, prompting restaurants to step up their technology efforts. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Midsized Restaurant Chains Grapple With Reliance on Third-Party Aggregators
May 26, 2023

As major restaurants build out extensive digital platforms to compete with third-party restaurant aggregators, smaller chains are left in a bind. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...