Tag: Online Ordering
The Secret Ingredient: Your Restaurant’s POS System
In the fast-paced world of the restaurant industry, managing operations efficiently and providing exceptional customer service is crucial for success. While the quality of food and ambiance play a significant role, there is one important “secret ingredient” that can significantly impact your restaurant’s performance—the POS (Point of Sale) system. Let’s explore the reasons why having […]
Overcoming Restaurant Industry Challenges with Shift4
The restaurant industry has been facing several challenges that are affecting its growth and success. Inflation and food costs, hiring and retaining employees, high operational costs, and acquiring new customers are some of the major challenges that the industry is facing. However, there is a solution that can help restaurants overcome these challenges, and that […]
Forecast for the Future: What to Expect in the Restaurant Industry in 2023
As the restaurant industry in 2023 continues to evolve, it is essential for businesses to stay current on the latest trends in order to remain competitive and satisfy the evolving needs and preferences of customers. In the coming years, we can expect to see a number of trends emerge that will shape the industry and […]
Critical Connections Restaurants Need
It’s a fact: today, if you’re not connected, you’re disconnected. And when it comes to restaurants, that means missing out on huge opportunities for growth. We put together this list of 5 critical connections that restaurants need to make in order to compete and thrive. Take advantage of these tools to help your restaurant succeed! […]
7 Ways A POS Can Enhance A Restaurant
Restaurants have come a long way from paper menus, reservations on sticky notes, and waiting for the paper bill to come. The modern customer is looking for faster checkouts, easy ordering options, and a seamless payment process. That’s why you need a state-of-the-art restaurant POS system. With Shift4’s SkyTab POS, the sky’s the limit for […]
8 Essential Restaurant Sales Strategies
Increase Restaurant Sales Strategies Restaurant sales, as any restaurant owner knows, may be difficult to increase. We work with restaurants every day to help them leverage the latest restaurant technology to improve their guest experience and improve profit margins. Many restaurants fail during the first year due to higher operational costs and fierce competition. […]
5 Ways Restaurant Technology Can Help the Labor Shortage
Why Is There an Ongoing Worker Shortage? The labor shortage has been quite a challenge for the restaurant industry. In fact, according to CBS News, nearly 4 in 10 restaurants report that they’re having difficulty hiring enough staff. Thousands of restaurant workers were laid off or furloughed during the start of the COVID-19 crisis due […]
Why The “New Normal” Calls For a Contactless Mobile Guest Experience
Digital Dining Adoption The pandemic has pushed the restaurant industry’s adoption of technology. It’s now common to see people use their smartphones or other digital platforms when dining out. It’s important to note that everyone’s expectations have shifted as a result of Covid-19, therefore you can’t rely on the same procedures that you used before […]
How Restaurants Can Provide Payment Flexibility To Guests
Accept multiple types of payment. You dined at your favorite local eatery, and the food and beverages were excellent. However, when it comes time to pay for the dinner, you can’t manage to locate the server and inform them you’re ready to receive the bill. Even when you request a check, it seems to take […]
How to Increase Food Orders With Instagram
It’s All About The Visuals According to the publication, Social Media Today, 30% of millennial diners actively avoid restaurants with a weak Instagram presence. That equates to potential lost revenue and means it’s more important than ever to create content that engages new followers and keeps in touch with your loyal customers. Instagram is definitely […]