Operations

February 22, 2012

Operations

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Saving Quiznos After flirting with bankruptcy and enduring years of falling numbers, Quiznos is poised to right the ship.	Steak ‘n Shake Hits Broadway Company introduces new prototype in its Big Apple debut.
The Growth 40 In the second-annual Growth 40 report, QSR ranks the markets best poised for quick-service restaurant growth.	How to Warm Up January Don’t hit the doldrums in the early weeks of 2012. Use January to do a top-to-bottom evaluation of your stores.
One to Watch: Hot Head Burritos Two multiunit Subway franchisees tap into popular Mexican fast-casual segment with their own growing brand.	Be Prepared Being prepared for unexpected events is key to making sure the supply chain keeps moving.
Tips for Transitioning into the Restaurant Biz From skating to serving, Wahoo’s Fish Taco franchisee Tal O’Farrell gives the secrets to moving into quick service from another industry.	Roy's Tips for Creating Repeat Business How to keep your heavy, medium, and light users coming back for more.
One to Watch: Wing Zone From frat house to budding franchise, find out how Wing Zone grew into a $40 million company.	Combating the Seasonal Swing Quick-serve operations in tourist-driven markets must be creative to stay profitable.

industry headlines

CBS Show Features HME Drive-Thru Headset System

2012-02-22

On Friday, Feb. 17, CBS’ Undercover Boss featured several Checkers and Rally’s restaurants, who have participated in a major...

IFMA Announces 2012 Silver Plate Award Winners

2012-02-22

During the Gold & Silver Plate Awards Selection Jury meeting on February 8 in Chicago...

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is Moving to Valparaiso

2012-02-22

Rajesh and Purabi Chowdhery recently signed a franchise agreement with Dickey's Barbecue and are now looking...

Culver’s Showcases Fish Sandwiches in New TV Spot

2012-02-22

Culver’s first “Welcome to Delicious” TV spot of the year, “Hand-Battered Perfection,” is now airing...

CiCi's Pizza Breaks New Ads

2012-02-22

Cici'sPizza debuts its new...

Archway Acquires Marketing Provider Synq Solutions

2012-02-21

Archway, a leader in marketing logistics and...

Diverflow Dispenser Keeps Kitchens Clean

2012-02-21

Sealed Air’s Diversey business today launched the Diverflow...

Jamba Juice Acquires Premium Tea Company, Talbott Teas

2012-02-21

Jamba Juice Company announced today the acquisition of Talbott Teas, a Chicago-based boutique, premium tea company, recently profiled on ABC-TV...

LoSo 2.0 Revamps Tool to Let You Know What's Up

2012-02-20

LoSo, Inc., a location-based social media app that shows you what is around you, what is going on and rewards you for going out, today announced...

Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop Launches Contest

2012-02-20

With one of the biggest prize pools ever, Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop's RRRoll Up The Rim contest kicks off today offering guests a one...

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