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Apr. 2, 2012

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Special Report: Creative communication

Chains tap traditional and modern marketing tactics to reach customers....More
Mar. 19, 2012

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Special Report: Consumer confidence

Diners remain cautious even as economic indicators trend up...More
Mar. 5, 2012

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Special Report: Tastes of the Union

Chains cater to differing consumer palates while growing across the country...More
Feb. 20, 2012

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Special Report: QSR battle plans

Chains tweak menus, service, decor to fend off growing competition...More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: Adam Fleischman

Umami Burger founder aims to take better-burger segment by storm....More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: Retail partners

Operators build trust, recognition by using well-known brands....More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: Smart receipts

Point-of-sale paper can market to guests with customized information, special offers....More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: iPads

Tablet technology puts patrons in charge of the eating-out experience....More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: Dan Coudreaut

McDonald’s executive chef expands QSR repertoire with ‘real food.'...More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: ShopHouse

Business pedigree, development capital make Chipotle spinoff one to watch....More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: Local sourcing

Regional, seasonal ingredients alter menus, consumers’ expectations....More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: Customer data

Mining mountains of consumer info helps chains target guests more effectively....More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: Daily deals

Operators find rewards, dangers in pervasive online discounting....More
Jan. 23, 2012

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The game changers: Purchasing prowess

Volatile commodity environment expands influence of supply chain managers....More
Oct. 24, 2011

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Top CEOs on winning strategies for growth

Recession calls for reasoned growth according to award-winning restaurant operators...More
Oct. 10, 2011

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Diplomatic channels

Franchisors and franchisees put aside their differences to focus on sales...More
Sep. 27, 2011

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Balancing innovation with authenticity

MUFSO chief executive panel discusses growth, change and staying true to a brand...More
Sep. 7, 2011

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Meet the 2011 MUFSO keynote speakers

Bill Taylor, David Pogue and Guy Kawasaki will speak at this year's MUFSO conference...More
Aug. 22, 2011

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QSR, fast-casual brands test alcoholic beverages

A thirst for sales has new segments dabbling in serving beer and wine...More
Jul. 11, 2011

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Menus make the grade

We take a look at the biggest sales drivers in college and university foodservice....More
Jun. 13, 2011

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Forward thinking at NRA Show

Despite a national climate of slow economic growth, NRA Show 2011 focused on what's going right and what's next for the industry....More
May 16, 2011

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Operators owning the night

Chains are staying up late to rack up sales and cachet....More
May 16, 2011

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Keep sales rockin’ around the clock

Operators seeking sales, profit dive into late-night and snack times, while trying to hold the line morning, noon and night...More
May 16, 2011

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Chains look to win back lunch customers

Casual-dining operators are turning new dishes and combos to compete with fast-casuals...More
May 16, 2011

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Operators ring in profits during dinner

Chains use creativity to boost sales in the evening...More

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