Subway is launching its biggest menu update in five-plus decades with the first “never-ending” TV spot featuring superstar athletes. The Eat Fresh Refresh, which includes more than 20 changes to core items, will be supported… Subway Launches 'Unprecedented Campaign' to Support Menu Updates

McDonald’s franchisees are adding child care, educational, and other benefits to attract more workers amid the months-long labor shortage, according to the Wall Street Journal. The burger giant is reportedly investing millions of dollars to… McDonald's Franchisees to Raise Wages, Benefits as Hiring Battle Heats Up

Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) are an integral and invisible part of our current environment and are steadily transforming the consumer landscape and various industries. There are billions of IoT devices installed… The 3 Key Components of an IoT & AI-Based Solution for Restaurants

Everyone is trying to think of ways to drive customer interaction and increase brand affinity. Loyalty programs are a big help, but when every brand offers something similar, how can you differentiate yours? Have you… Why Restaurants Should Seriously Consider Creating a Mobile Game

Fast casual Just Salad plans to double in size over the next two years following its “largest ever capital raise,” the company announced Tuesday. The 47-unit chain completed a round with participation by circular economy-focused… Just Salad Secures 'Largest Ever Capital Raise,' Looks to Double in Size

Since 2018, Papa Murphy’s has conducted extensive work to modernize itself. It started with consumer-facing initiatives that would fuel “profitable sales through relevance and convenience,” said former CEO Weldon Spangler. In March of that year, Papa Murphy’s fully rolled… Papa Murphy's Reaches for Spotlight with New Brand Evolution

At the outset of the pandemic, lines defining the traditional three dayparts quickly began to blur at la Madeleine. Those who traditionally picked up coffee and pastries on their way to the office trickled in… How the Work-From-Home Movement Changed Restaurants

Connecting with the community has always been key to locally owned restaurants. It’s a great way to build relationships and increase business. One way to do this is to have a loyalty program that rewards… 5 Ways Restaurants Can Upgrade their Loyalty Programs

Add Portillo’s to the growing list of chains planning to go public and enter the stock market. The Wall Street Journal reported Friday that the Chicago-based fast-casual would confidentially submit a draft registration statement with the… Portillo's Intends to File IPO this Year

In part one of the “Journey to the Next Normal,” Kinetic12 looked at the short and long-term challenges associated with labor shortages. In part two, we looked at supply chain disruptions and the obstacles operators… Journey to the Next Normal: The Fate of Menu Pricing