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The outlook is good for this retail holiday season. The National Retail Federation (NRF) expects 2018 retail sales to increase a minimum of 4.5% over 2017. Shoppers are optimistic and plunking down more cash across retail categories than they were …
Merchants who need point of sale (POS) systems for occasional use—festivals, street fairs, pop-ups or temporary terminals for special events, may find value in POS system rental instead of purchase. A POS solution helps you move lines faster and provide …
A thoroughly trained staff is a critical part of a profitable restaurant. A great server training program will yield staff that is confident, knowledgeable and competent, and who make diners feel welcome and comfortable.
Waitstaff who are unfamiliar with any …
Restaurant owners and managers know that food cost is one of the largest budget items to manage. It’s a constant battle to keep this expense as low as possible, without sacrificing quality and profitability. Prices can literally change overnight; for …
Shopping for new point of sale (POS) technology can be stressful, and the industry changes quickly. It’s tempting to shop around for rock-bottom pricing and do the leg work yourself, but more time and energy spent shopping for a system …
Last year’s fine dining trends were all about health: Vegan dishes went mainstream, and people looked for meat substitutes—faux beef, chicken or veggie burgers. Even menu selections targeting male consumers —juicy burgers, wings, and other bar foods — included new …
Thrift stores are unique retail environments—inventory is varied and sometimes unusual. “Thrifting” is a sport for customers who love to deal hunt, and while searching for prized items like designer bags or rare pottery is fun, sorting through piles of …
According to research published in Forbes Magazine, shrinkage costs American retailers $60 billion annually. Surprisingly, the U.S. Retail Fraud Survey noted that employee theft is the single biggest cause of shrinkage for retailers. Liquor stores can be especially tempting, …
Curbside pickup is a great new revenue stream for restaurants that want to capitalize on the off-premises dining trend. According to the Principal Financial Group’s annual Financial Well Being Index, reported by Marketwatch, restaurant meals are “the number one …
