Toast acquires HR/payroll software provider

July 24, 2019

Toast Inc., a restaurant management platform, has acquired StratEx, a provider of HR and payroll software for restaurants, according to a press release.

HotSchedules teams with Fourth on restaurant/hospitality management solutions

July 10, 2019

HotSchedules, a provider of workforce and inventory management solutions for the restaurant industry, and Fourth, a provider of a hospitality workforce…

Technology Takes Restaurant Management to the Next Level

A new management platform makes it simpler for operators to track what’s happening in their restaurants.

Payments startup raises $40M to enhance restaurant division

June 11, 2019

SpotOn Transact LLC, a San Francisco-based payments startup, has raised $40 million in funding to enhance its restaurant division, according to a news release.

Wow Bao CEO accepts Top 100 award

Cherryh Cansler, VP of Networld Media Group and editor of FastCasual, reveals that Chicago-based Wow Bao took the No. 1 spot on this year's Fast Casual Top 10…

Star Micronics, Flash Order team up on self-ordering kiosk for foodservice

April 12, 2019

Star Micronics, a POS provider, and Flash Order have collaborated on a system featuring a kiosk, menu wizard and full-featured kitchen display system in which…

Illinois fire department proposes fire safety rules for food trucks

February 14, 2019

The fire department of Edwardsville, Illinois, is proposing fire safety rules for food trucks.

Procurant intros blockchain platform for fresh food supply chain

February 7, 2019

Procurant, a software solutions provider for the food industry, has introduced Procurant One, a cloud-based platform that uses blockchain, IoT and mobile…

Smashburger franchisee to reveal how mobile marketing led to increased sales

January 29, 2019

Standing out and attracting a greater share of customers is a never-ending challenge for all QSR and fast casual restaurants. And a couple of circumstances — a…

Taco Bell HR leader on making your restaurant an employee magnet

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Taco Bell's VP of People and Experience discusses the brand's multi-faceted approach to pulling in great employees in a tight labor market.

2019 Fast Casual Top 100 call for nominations now open

Nominations for the Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers will close Jan. 31.

Creating Value with Table Tracking Systems

The ability to deliver food to guests quickly and efficiently is a tremendous benefit, but it’s just the first link in the value chain. Learn why brands such…

Detroit food truck options serve up great flavors with local twist

November 15, 2018

For anyone seeking the top food truck choices in Detroit, a recent report by CBS Detroit lists some of the best options to be found on the street. Hoodline, a…

North Carolina nonprofit seeks to reduce food truck footprint

November 9, 2018

Don’t Waste Durham, a North Carolina-based nonprofit, has launched a green truck certification program designed to help local vendors reduce their carbon…

Chicago office building showcases vintage 1955 Ford food truck

November 7, 2018

A custom-built, vintage food truck called "The Canteen" is slated for installation in the main lobby of a downtown Chicago office building at 300 South Wacker…

Food trucks gain regulatory victory in Oregon

November 6, 2018

The local government in Roseberg, Oregon, is taking steps to better regulate food trucks in the locality.

10 tips from the experts if you want to get into the food truck business

November 5, 2018

If you are seriously interested in opening a food truck, the Evansville Courier & Press offers tips  collected from industry experts on how to get started.

Modesto real estate figure plans food truck hub on vacant site

November 5, 2018

Modesto, California, is on the verge of getting its first dedicated food truck court. Modesto Grub Hubs will provide space and hookups in a formerly vacant lot…

Former Food Network exec offering marketing tips at Fast Casual Executive Summit

Susie Fogelson, the driving force behind the Food Network and Cooking Channel brands for 15 years, a judge on "Next Food Network Star," and founder of F&Co, is…

The Power of VEN-U Sensors

Restaurants, Warehouses, Tech Firms and other businesses can benefit from a 24/7 remote monitoring solution.