latest posts

Outstanding Operator: Dog Haus

By Bernadette Heier | February 28, 2024

Taking Dog Haus’ digital prowess to the next level is among the top priorities under new CEO Michael Montagano.

Read More

Chipotle Founder Steve Ells Wants to Change the Way Restaurants Operate with Kernel

By Nancy Luna | February 26, 2024

The plant-based, cashier-less eatery has no seating and is operated mostly by robotics.

Read More

Auntie Anne’s, Jamba Parent Announces Rebrand to GoTo Foods

By Emilee Wentland | February 23, 2024

Focus Brands is rebranding as GoTo Foods, CEO Jim Holthouser announced Tuesday at the Focus Brands No Limits Conference in Las Vegas to a crowd of the company’s franchisees.

Read More

The Evolving Global Dynamics of Rapid Grocery Delivery

By Peter Backman | February 22, 2024

The transformation of the grocery delivery sector is a hallmark of the digital age, reflecting a shift towards convenience and efficiency worldwide.

Read More

Uber Eats Expands Robotic Delivery to Japan

By Beth Signarovitz | February 21, 2024

Deliveries are expected to begin in part of Tokyo by the end of March 2024, via Cartken’s “Model C” autonomous, sidewalk robot.

Read More

Toast Lays Off 550 Employees Amid Restructuring

By Bernadette Heier | February 16, 2024

The Boston-based, restaurant technology company states the cuts are part of a restructuring plan to lower operating costs. 

Read More

Outstanding Operator: Wow Bao

By Bernadette Heier | February 15, 2024

The Chicago-based Asian brand is no stranger to innovation, consistently pushing the envelope with omnichannel creativity and expansion in non-traditional formats.

Read More

Outstanding Operator: Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria

By Bernadette Heier | February 15, 2024

Since its inception, the pizza chain has continued modernizing operations, staying up-to-date with trends in consumer behavior and off-premises ordering.

Read More

Inspire Brands Buys Delivery Tech Platform Vromo

By Bernadette Heier | February 14, 2024

The move is part of Inspire Brands’ strategic plan to make delivery channels more profitable. Vromo serves as a management software, helping brands operate delivery at scale while providing the end customer with branded delivery tracking.

Read More

Starship Technologies Raises $90 Million Funding Round

By Beth Signarovitz | February 13, 2024

The recent round of investments will be used to further develop AI as well as tech and wireless charging infrastructure.

Read More