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An Analysis of Marketing In the Restaurant POS Industry (2021)

Crayon

In recent years, point of sale ( POS) systems have become a key differentiator for restaurants across the globe. These systems allow restaurateurs to meet many practical needs such as growing profits, running more efficient and organized businesses, and improving bookkeeping.

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Chipotle’s recipe for digital transformation: Cloud plus AI

CIO

When Curt Garner became Chipotle’s first CIO in 2015, the only technology used for online restaurant ordering was, “believe it or not,” a fax machine, he says. Many restaurant chains, in contrast, are individually owned and operated as franchises. Seven years later, the Newport Beach, Calif.-based

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Meet KARL: the new container-based DaaS alternative to costly, traditional DVI platforms

CIO

IT architect Marco Simoncini was enjoying Friday evening supper in a restaurant in Rome with his colleague Piernunzio Pennisi when inspiration struck. He left the restaurant without paying,” says Pennisi. Simoncini began sketching out his vision on a napkin. Before long, he headed home.

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Schrodinger’s Open Banking

CIO

Generally, the intent of these regulations is to spur competition among banks, foster budding fintech ecosystems within countries, and give banking customers more access and control over their data. The competition is Toast. And so open banking has spread. The recent $20bn Toast IPO illustrates the possibilities.

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Schrodinger’s Open Banking

CIO

Generally, the intent of these regulations is to spur competition among banks, foster budding fintech ecosystems within countries, and give banking customers more access and control over their data. The competition is Toast. And so open banking has spread. The recent $20bn Toast IPO illustrates the possibilities.

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5 best practices for digital twin implementation

CIO

Be an early adopter before your competition One of the most common barriers to adoption is that service providers or clients may be quite happy with the current system, approach, and way of working. All companies that practice and plan with live twins are getting an edge over their competition.

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Data-Driven Dining Trends 2025: Key Insights for Retailers and Restaurants

Engage3

Here’s a breakdown of the main trends discussed and how Engage3 is helping clients stay competitive through Price Image optimization and data insights. This shift presents both opportunities and challenges for retailers and restaurants. At Engage3, we use real-time data and predictive analytics to help our partners stay agile.