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Visibility should be top priority for QSR brands
Visibility should be top priority for QSR brands
QSRs without insight into each asset across stores may be left behind.
Sandwich Sandwich seeks UK expansion through franchising
Scaling beyond Bristol would take more than just momentum.
Promotional pressure mounts in the pizza delivery segment.
Some delivery platforms are intent on undercutting pizza brands on promotions.
Reward system needs reboot to keep casual diners coming back
Customers who are rewarded early tend to spend more over time.
UK fast-food chains revamp menus, store hours to cut costs
Outdated tech could also drag QSRs down.
Il Locale Pizza eyes $2m funding to train chefs, fuel franchise growth
The chain wants to serve high-quality, hand-crafted pizzas fast.
Why pizza chains face the toughest competition in fast-food
One of the biggest challenges is balancing delivery fees.
Why discounting alone won’t drive QSR growth
Digital and app baed technologyies that enable up-sell and cross-sell have become critical
Mammy Pancake tempts UK with sweet desserts
The London location is set to open in June, with 10 more sites in the pipeline.
Gong cha eyes small Aussie towns
It is eyeing towns like Toowoomba and Dubbo for expansion.
QSR market sees growth for chains, decline for independent outlets
Operators must focus on efficiency and experience this year to stay competitive.
Banjo’s Bakery Cafe bets on global doughnut rush
The company will open its 52nd bakery in Warragul, Victoria, in June.
Gong cha targets 10,000 stores with global expansion
The bubble tea maker is scaling operations and boosting franchise partnerships overseas.
Auntie Anne’s UK leans on bold branding to grow in tough times
The brand is embracing innovation, franchise agility, and a playful image to expand across the UK and Ireland.
Expert sees slowing growth, rising prices, and fierce competition in the QSR market
American chicken chains have increased their presence in the UK.
Nautical Bowls 2.0 offers bigger dining areas
It seeks customer connections through new store designs and alfresco setups.
Burger prices rise as UK restaurant inflation hits new high
Prices for beef burgers in major quick-service restaurant chains increased by 3%.
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