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This guide spotlights the chicken franchises — from the well-established fried chicken legends to the newer, spicier hot chicken spots — that are gearing up for big growth in 2026.
In a largely digital world, restaurant franchises must recognize the value technology provides throughout the guest journey and leverage tech solutions beyond the four walls.
Restaurant tech has become the difference between a smooth rollout and a painful one, especially once a brand starts opening stores in new markets.
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BIGGBY® COFFEE Director of Technology Michael Kotia explains how a unified data layer and interoperable tools reduce staff cognitive load and help franchisees manage omnichannel ordering complexities.
As Vice President of Marketing and Creative, Keeler has created a shift that starts long before the guests even arrive, leveraging a strategy focused on real, positive experiences — not just trends.
In a feed-first media world, restaurant brands are turning attention signals into targeted outreach. Melting Pot shows how data, segmentation and reservations power growth.
By balancing industrial-scale infrastructure with high-impact media and a "people-first" philosophy, the global bakery-café is redefining how culinary brands build a nationwide footprint.
A look at how fast-casual and QSR models are performing in today’s economy and why each is winning in different ways depending on customer behavior, pricing pressure and growth strategy.