Food On Demand

While DoorDash and Uber Eats dominate headlines in the US powerful champions are reshaping the restaurant delivery landscape in other countries, often outmaneuvering US giants in their home territories. These players have built formidable operations by deeply understanding local markets, cultural nuances, and consumer preferences. https://lnkd.in/gEPtndwM

We all know the narrative for the restaurant industry in 2024. Food costs up. Labor costs up. Traffic down. Operator morale challenged. Yet one area has been standing tall during the tumult: off-premises. “It’s been bucking the trend of what’s happening in the rest of the industry,” said Victor Fernandez, vice president of insights and knowledge for Black Box Intelligence™, in an interview about its latest data report. “While all segments have been seeing negative comp sales, delivery is positive. It continues to grow regardless of the slowdown in sales.” https://lnkd.in/gVJxAkNF

The contrast between in-store and off-premises pricing has been a rising topic of discussion. This webinar will provide insights for optimizing profitability despite changing consumer habits. Join moderator Bernadette Heier, Managing Editor, Food On Demand; Ashwin Kamlani ; Gregg Majewski, CEO, Craveworthy Brands; and Sara Senatore, Managing Director, Bank of America as they discuss off-premises pricing strategies and optimizing profitability. Thank you to our sponsors JUICER, PAR Technology, dlivrd, Apex Order Pickup Solutions, and Deliverect Register at:https://lnkd.in/gKa-wVaC

New pod drop!🎤 Christine Schindler, CEO and Cofounder of PathSpot, discusses the complexity of food safety in today’s omnichannel restaurant environment and how she created a tech solution for real-time monitoring to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/g7_j37EM

“We came up with what we called our value approach, without calling it value,” said Greg Majewski of Craveworthy Brands. “We introduced a new segment where we priced down our menu significantly. … I could afford to take it in the shorts and have negative comps. Basically, I wanted to cry, but my transactions started to go up. I’m now positive transaction and positive content because I reduced price point over 25 percent and consumers are responding to it.” Fascinating piece by Emilee Wentland from a panel moderated by Bernadette Heier at the Restaurant Finance & Development Conference. https://lnkd.in/gYZfQYw7

WaBa Grill Franchise Corp., a fast-casual chain known for charbroiled protein bowls, plates, and tacos, has announced a partnership with Bikky, a customer data platform (CDP) built for multi-unit restaurants. With Bikky, WaBa Grill Franchise Corp. says it can analyze the behavior of the 10 million guests it has served since 2020, a 12x increase over the number of guests strictly viewable through its first-party ordering platforms. WaBa Grill Franchise Corp. has also been using Bikky’s insights to redesign its menu. https://lnkd.in/gEMbVyHq

We're partnering with Food On Demand to help operators like YOU tackle Superbowl restaurant delivery challenges: Are you game to join us Thursday, December 12? Come and learn how to... 📈 Make the most ($$) out of this high-delivery day 🍔 Outperform your competition with marketing and helpful hints 🚨 + Expert advice from QSR brands, franchisees, and industry experts Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gcanactN #QSRDelivery #SuperbowlLIX #Superbowl2025 #PreparationIsKey #RestaurantDelivery #RestaurantTech #FoodOnDemand Jared Pfeifer Food On Demand Restaurant Finance Monitor Franchisetimes

In 2019, Matthew Bouchner and Will Said, two college friends from the Atlanta area, burst through the doors with MealMe, Inc., a food-delivery price comparison aggregator. But aggregators quickly became ubiquitous. So MealMe, Inc. pivoted. More than once. It started by adding a function to allow consumers to order food directly through the app. Then it swiveled again, to a B2B model, offering its API to other businesses to integrate ordering and inventory technology. Today, MealMe, Inc. provides inventory data from more than 1.2 million restaurants, grocery stores, and retailers. https://lnkd.in/gGfNrbH5

🎉 Mixing Business with Flavor: Why Restaurant Conferences Are a Must! 🍽️💼 Ever wondered what makes restaurant conferences the ultimate game-changer for operators? From networking with industry leaders to discovering cutting-edge tools and techniques, this episode dives into how these events can transform your business. 🚀 I'm joined by 🌮Allen Beck 🌯 from Costa Vida, Fresh Mexican Grill and Jared Pfeifer from Food On Demand, who share their insights on making the most of these events. Plus, we tackle an important operator question from Jack Maddalena 📍 at Naurt about how to make the most of conference networking opportunities. Don’t miss our Big Boss Energy game and the Donation Dish word of the day, brought to you by dlivrd difference! 💡🙌 Watch the full episode now on YouTube or listen on Spotify! 🎥: https://lnkd.in/g-q3sYm2 🎧: https://lnkd.in/g-TZ4rZA

Episode 3 OUT NOW - Talk Tech Live Mixing Business with Flavor – Why Attend Restaurant Conferences❓ 😲 In this episode, we’re uncovering why restaurant conferences are a must for anyone looking to boost their brand, make valuable connections, and stay ahead of industry trends. Join us as we welcome Jared Pfeifer, Editor for Food On Demand, and 🌮Allen Beck 🌯, Director of Off-Premises Catering for Costa Vida, Fresh Mexican Grill. They’ll share insights on how to choose the right conference to meet your goals—whether it’s brand growth, trend-spotting, or building a powerful network. Plus, learn how event organizers design each detail to deliver value at every turn. Ready to level up your strategy? Watch the full episode now on YouTube! https://lnkd.in/etgme_sV #TalkTechLive #RestaurantGrowth #NetworkingTips #dlivrd #dlivrddifference