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The global supply chain crisis caused widespread disruption for the entire industry. Now KFC is setting up for future growth by reimagining operations
The global supply chain crisis caused widespread disruption for the entire industry. Now KFC is setting up for future growth by reimagining operations
Australia managing director Richard Wallis explains why he believes technology is “becoming the new operations.”
Singapore’s delivery riders are highly satisfied with work but most are “excluded” in future policy talks
A new study reveals riders are not in favour of industry changes that could “potentially disrupt the autonomy they currently enjoy.”
Flexible menus, consolidation of orders pitched as Ukraine crisis remains ‘long-term threat’ to prices
Operators are also told to keep speaking to suppliers about availability.
Singapore's food inflation eases to 2.3% in February
Lower inflation for non-cooked food offset higher inflation for prepared meals.
Deliveries and takeaways double pre-COVID-19 levels in February
Trading, however, has dipped from the peaks of early 2021.
Offering value amidst cost pressures, according to Hungry Jack’s CEO
Chris Green also expounds on the brand’s digital focus, the potential of targeting upselling and their new compensation model for managers.
Restaurants, pubs grow like-for-like sales by 3% in February as cost pressures mount
Trading is also struggling to recover in London.
Dairy Queen to open 600 more stores in China by 2030
The chain already has over 1,100 restaurants in the market.
McDonald’s, Starbucks to shut down Russia operations
The QSR giants join a list of brands that are suspending any presence in the country during its invasion of Ukraine.
Boparan Restaurant Group trials service robots, eyes wider rollout if ‘successful’
Using artificial intelligence (AI), the robots can deliver hot chicken up to four miles per hour and can engage with guests through spoken conversation.
Are Australian chains ready to enter the subscription economy?
Healthier food options are forecasted to 'experiment' with subscriptions
this year.
City centres “building back” from COVID as hospitality sales rise
However, ongoing challenges in London remain.
‘We’re a steady, reliable business’: The Cheesecake Shop managing director sees ‘renewed vigor’ post-River Capital acquisition
Ken Rosebery shares his outlook for the year and shares how they are responding to inflationary pressures.
Food and drink inflation surging, with more rises to come: analysts
Potential stability, however, is seen later this year.
Mental, physical health concerns resulting in bigger delivery appetite in Hong Kong: survey
60% of Hong Kongers now see food delivery “as a necessity”, Deliveroo said.
Subway inks master franchise deal to open over 700 restaurants in Thailand
The sandwich chain is aggressively doubling its current network of restaurants in the region to over 6,000 in the next five years.
Five trends that will shape food-to-go recovery
2022 will be a year for reflection, innovation, concept development and new ways of doing business, an analyst said.
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