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Restaurant Operators Turn to Training and Tech to Meet Cost Challenges

Restaurant365, a management software developer for the food and beverage industry, surveyed more than 400 operators on challenges and solutions in the first half of 2026. Labor and increased costs were common challenges, and operators are turning to everything from better training to higher menu prices to meet needs.

Restaurant365 Research Identifies a New Restaurant Profitability Gap: Operators Using AI Are Pulling Ahead

Mid-year analysis of more than 420 restaurant operators representing nearly 10,000 locations finds AI adopters report reductions in food and labor costs and greater operational efficiency as industry...

Restaurant365 Announces Transform 2026: Helping Restaurant Leaders Drive Profitability in the Age of AI

Industry leaders will gather in Scottsdale this November to learn where AI is delivering real results, how leading operators are improving profitability, and what the future of restaurant...

Restaurant365 Names Kate Hastings Chief Customer Officer as It Expands Investment in Customer Success

Customer success leader joins executive team to help restaurant operators accelerate value realization, adoption, and business outcomes.

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Annual State of the Restaurant Industry Survey for 2024

Restaurant operators representing nearly 5,500 QSR, fast casual, casual dining, and fine dining locations across the nation shared their top challenges and opportunities for 2023

Market Research: 41% of Restaurants Plan to Invest in AI Sales Forecasting and Scheduling in 2024

According to R365 research, 33% of restaurants plan to implement AI-driven guest marketing, and 31% plan to use AI for inventory and purchasing.

2024 Restaurant Outlook: A Year of Growth, Costs, and Winning Over Guests

From catering to labor to AI, operators are trying to stay ahead of an ever-evolving curve.

Restaurant365’s Annual State of the Industry Survey Shows 41% of Restaurants Plan to Invest in AI Tools

41% of R365 customers surveyed said they planned to invest in AI sales forecasting and scheduling, 33% plan to roll out AI-driven guest marketing, and

2024’s Top 3 Restaurant Trends: Better Back-Office Tech, Smarter Operations, More Staff Support

Tony Smith, CEO and co-founder of Restaurant365, reveals that the majority of respondents from a 5,500- location study are planning digital, operational and physical investments.

Restaurant365’s Annual State of the Industry Survey Shows 57% of Restaurants Are Planning to Expand in 2024

R365 survey shows restaurants are planning investments in AI sales forecasting, back-of-house technology, and marketing and sales tools.

How Does 2024 Look for the Restaurant Industry?

A new year brings new beginnings and opportunities for transformation in the restaurant industry. It’s the perfect time to look back on a few things

Restaurant365 Expands Community Outreach

Rooted in the company's service culture, Restaurant365's involvement efforts center around the education of industry professionals and giving back to the restaurant community

Not His First Rodeo: Sylvain Bitton’s Culinary Resilience at The Hideaway

Behind the scenes, The Hideaway operates with precision, supported by a suite of absolutely essential technological tools, including Restaurant365 for accounting.

Software Training with a Learning Management Systems LMS

Learning Management System Technology can help crew members learn and managers track progress

Micha Magid of Mighty Quinn’s BBQ Says Restaurants Need to Break the Mold When It Comes to Franchising. Here’s Why.

Mighty Quinn's BBQ co-founder Micha Magid discusses scaling a business, building a restaurant tech stack, and abandoning a one-size-fits-all approach to franchising.

9 Ways for Sports Bars to Optimize Game Day Profits

The fall season is packed with sporting events and potential restaurant customers. Below are nine tactics to create a win-win sports season for all.

Podcast: How R365 Helps Restaurants Grow and Thrive

In this podcast, Restaurant365 Solutions Engineer Rich Sweeney (of Top Chef fame!), explores how the right tech stack can make your life easier.

K-MAC Enterprises to Save $200K Annually with Restaurant365 Partnership

Leading operator of Taco Bell, Whataburger, and 7 Brew Coffee chains executes rapid growth plan with Restaurant365’s scalable, cloud-based accounting solution.

How AI Makes Restaurant Operators More Efficient

Many restaurants have built up their tech stacks over time and are now seeking to winnow down their digital solutions, finding themselves with a disorderly

Restaurants Consolidate Tech Stacks in Search for Simpler Solutions

Many restaurants have built up their tech stacks over time and are now seeking to winnow down their digital solutions, finding themselves with a disorderly

How Restaurant365 CEO Tony Smith Uses Data to Make Better Decisions

On this episode of "Restaurant Influencers," Tony Smith, CEO of Restaurant365, explains using software to steer decision-making, the value of in-person events, and how to

Restaurant365 Earns 12 #1 Rankings on G2’s Fall 2023 Best Software List

R365 Intelligence rated top solution for Restaurant Business Intelligence (BI) & Analytics, Restaurant Management, Restaurant Scheduling, Restaurant Inventory Management, and more.

How Proper Onboarding Increases Employee Satisfaction

A well-planned onboarding process enables new hires to quickly become a productive part of the team.

4 Ways to Profit from Social Media Food Trends

From #girldinner and tinned fish to chopped sandwiches, restaurants can use platforms such as TikTok and Instagram to draw in new prospects and drive sales.

How to Avoid the Top Seven Restaurant Inventory Management Mistakes

Inefficient restaurant inventory management practices, improper storage, gaps in inventory logs, theft, and waste can cause even the most successful kitchens to struggle or fail.

An Accounting Tech Evolution Means Easier Integration for Restaurants

Whether a restaurant business has good problems like lots of orders or challenges like slowing traffic, accounting technology creators keep responding with evolving tools and

Restaurant365 Customer Data Reveals 5% Increase in YOY Sales Among Other Shifts in Industry Trends

Despite increased sales, operators must take action to combat a 13% increase in food costs and an 8% increase in labor.

QSRs Update Physical Restaurants to Drive Digital Sales

This article appeared in PYMNTS.com and features Tony Smith, Co-founder and CEO of Restaurant365. This week in restaurants, Wendy’s and Taco Bell develop new restaurant designs with an eye