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Restaurants Will Embrace Accelerating Technology in 2021

Modern Restaurant Management

Indeed, what the restaurant industry thought was on the horizon for 2025 will be implemented in 2021. Disrupted supply chains will continue to plague the food business in 2021, and end-to-end supply chain visibility will be essential to meet challenges created by shortages. Agility will be the focus of technology in 2021.

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Restaurant Experts’ 2021 Outlook, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their opinions on what we can expect in 2021. And three, above all, we see the need for digital marketing automation continuing and growing into 2021 and beyond. In 2021, we will see a dip in customer satisfaction. Here are their responses.

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For Restaurants, 2021 Budgeting Will Require a Three-Tiered Approach 

Modern Restaurant Management

The high levels of uncertainty surrounding the future of the COVID-19 pandemic highlight the importance for restaurants to rethink their approach to budgeting for 2021. Budgets were thoroughly reviewed, signed off on and then periodically updated every 30, 60, or 90 days. Budget No. Budget No.

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MRM Research Roundup: 2022 Restaurant Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

The pandemic has permanently altered the consumer-restaurant relationship with operators investing in technology and real estate to align with changing consumer preferences, according to the 2021 Restaurant Franchise Pulse survey, conducted by TD Bank. Christmas Day delivers second-highest day for check value across 2021.

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Four Ways to Effectively Market Your Restaurant in 2021

Modern Restaurant Management

As we hunker down for a long winter and uncertain spring – whether you are Team Keep Going or Team Hibernation — now is the perfect time to focus on a plan to ensure that your restaurant not only survives, but thrives, in 2021. Today, an expectation of transparency is the baseline, and it will only continue into 2021.

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How to Prepare Your Business for Omicron to Prevent Profit Loss

MBB Hospitality

Things were looking better for many businesses, then at the end of 2021, a new strain called Omicron hit. You can also provide hand sanitizer to your employees and customers. While some will opt to use the sanitizer, some may be reminded and go directly to a hand washing station and use soap and water.

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The State of New York Restaurants in 2020

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Now, the City Council of New York City has voted to extend local law 1932-A until March 31st, 2021. Despite our sales being a fraction of what they used to be, we still had to invest in sanitizers, sanitation stations, new gear, new outdoor seating, etc. What support is available for New York restaurants 1.