Executive insights

As lockdowns end, where is tech taking the restaurant industry next?

As lockdowns end, where is tech taking the restaurant industry next?

KFC, McDonald’s, Nando’s, Banjo’s and Roll’d discuss consumer expectations and how it’s shaping the discourse on digital.

TGI Fridays ups the ante on premium store experiences to capitalise on dine-in’s expected resurgence

Signature Hospitality Group (SHG) CEO James Sinclair also reveals new details on how its digital transformation informed its growth strategy.

Can Australia’s QSRs avoid ‘The Great Resignation’?

Businesses are looking to keep their workers engaged by doubling down on promoting a strong positive culture, career progression and new ways to...

Virtual brand companies offering solutions to Australian chains to increase, Concept Eight boss says

CEO Grant Lee offers insights on what to think about when considering a virtual concept.

Where competition’s brewing in the coffee segment, according to Zarraffa’s, Soul Origin and Merlo

Competition will likely drive rental costs upwards and therefore increase the cost of doing business, IbisWorld said.

How Krispy Kreme's unique omnichannel experience set them up for future growth

ANZ CEO Andrew McGuigan talks to QSR Media about the chain’s latest growth iteration and opportunities seen in the dessert space.

How bakery chains are evolving to push back on supermarkets’ gains

Bakers Delight, The Cheesecake Shop, Brumby’s, Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses and Banjo’s Bakery Cafe offer updates on the category.

Milky Lane is building from its social media power to enter the QSR segment

Co-founder Christian Avant discusses the upcoming format and his thoughts on building a brand for social media.

McDonald’s Australia wants to be the benchmark in customer experience

Senior director for growth platforms Josh Bannister makes a case for a “predictable” brand experience and offers the latest details on their ongoing...

Customer-by-customer personalisation may be the future of delivery, foodpanda exec says

COO for APAC Pedram Assadi talks to QSR Media about his thoughts on delivery’s evolution and the next growth opportunities it sees with restaurant...

Five years in, Fishbowl is determined to create a ecosystem of healthy fast food

Co-founders Nathan Dalah and Nicolas Pestalozzi reflect on the brand's origins and reveal insights on how they were able to grow their brand portfolio...

Hungry Jack’s bets on suburban locations, drive-thru coffee to fuel its race to 700 restaurants

CEO Chris Green elaborates on the chain’s multi-channel approach, reflects on the brand’s 50 years, and next potential opportunities.

Refusing to be left behind, Red Rooster is determined to go beyond its roast chicken heritage

In his first interview with QSR Media, CEO Clint Ault shares his philosophy on the brand’s ongoing transformation and the deeper significance of...

How chains are rethinking drive-thru for a post-pandemic future

Red Rooster and Gloria Jean’s Coffees, together with subject matter experts, discuss the status of the channel in QSR Media’s most recent webinar.