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Restaurant Industry Experts Weigh in on Dynamic Pricing

By Hans Lammeman | May 20, 2026

As the rapid advancement of AI collides with consumer trends demanding price transparency, industry experts share their their perspectives on dynamic pricing.

Alternate Delivery Platforms Find Success in Niche Spaces

By Matthew Liedke | May 20, 2026

Beyond the biggest delivery apps, smaller platforms are carving out market share through niche audiences, local focus and specialized operations.

Catering Leaders Stress SOPs, 3PD Approaches as Key to Scaling

By Hans Lammeman | May 19, 2026

Scaling a catering program is no simple task for an operation; it requires consistency across channels, accountability built into the store and brand levels, simple yet thorough standard operating procedures, and an appropriately dense tech stack designed to adapt.  While that list only scratches the surface of a catering program manager’s responsibilities, the return on investment is well worth the effort for brands that can successfully tap into catering.  Wendy Ruebel-Ewers, a restaurant industry consultant whose resume is lined with roles leading catering and off-premises operations for enterprise brands, dove […]

DoorDash, Google Bet on AI to Shape the Future of Dining

By Hans Lammeman | May 13, 2026

From software that automatically professionalizes menu item photos to tools that capture the emerging trend of agentic ordering, Google and DoorDash tech leaders say artificial intelligence offers real-world solutions for restaurant operators. 

Restaurants Shift Marketing Strategies as Digital Ordering Matures

By Bernadette Heier | May 13, 2026

Restaurant executives and marketing leaders said winning the digital guest now requires more than promotions alone, pointing to the growing importance of operational execution, targeted offers and packaging.

Papa Johns Pilots Drone Delivery with Wing

By Bernadette Heier | May 13, 2026

The chain announced a pilot with Wing in Charlotte, North Carolina, focused on delivering its oven-toasted sandwiches through autonomous drones.

Poll of the Week May 14, 2026

By Allison Olson | May 13, 2026

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DoorDash Ramps Up Reservations with Largest Expansion Yet

By Hans Lammeman | May 12, 2026

Furthering momentum into in-restaurant dining, DoorDash Reservations expanded into Boston, Los Angeles and New York in mid-May, alongside additional growth.

Drive-Thru Concepts Welcome Tech Advancements, But Not Without Human Touch

By Alyssa Huglen | May 12, 2026

Craveworthy Brands and Ballard Brands are driving their concepts forward with drive-thru innovation, zeroing in on automation, accuracy and personalization for customers before they even pull up to the window

Restaurant Industry Insiders Suggest a Focus on Problem-Solving Tech

By Matthew Liedke | May 7, 2026

Restaurant technology is hitting the market as a rapid pace. But even those developing robotics and digital platforms say it’s important for operators to choose wisely when onboarding new tech.