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10 Ways to Improve Restaurant Profitability

10 Ways to Improve Restaurant Profitability

Labor costs. Staffing shortages. Supply chain issues. This is the new normal that restaurants must conquer to achieve sustained profitability. Managing inventory and people in real time is complex. Predicting future demands is even more challenging. But with the right strategies and technology in place, you can simplify the chaos of workforce and product management to Conquer the Day.

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10 Ways to Reduce Restaurant Labor Costs

10 Ways to Reduce Restaurant Labor Costs

Tackling volatile food and labor costs? Lean on AI-driven forecasting, smart scheduling, cross-training, and more to optimize operations while reducing costs.

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2023 HR Trends

2023 HR Trends

What are the 2023 HR trends we are expecting to see continue from 2022? Hear from Fourth’s HR Generalist, , Marissa Rolfes BA-HRM, SHRM-SCP, as she discusses what's on the horizon so your HR team can prepare and stay ahead in an ever-changing landscape.

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2024 Restaurant Industry Outlook: Conquering Profitless Growth

2024 Restaurant Industry Outlook: Conquering Profitless Growth

Business is booming. Restaurant sales are at an all-time high. Revenue is up. Growth is up. So why doesn’t it feel like we’re winning?

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2024 Restaurant Tech Trends: A Recipe for Growth with Noodles & Co and Red Lobster

2024 Restaurant Tech Trends: A Recipe for Growth with Noodles & Co and Red Lobster

Join leaders from Noodles & Company, Red Lobster, and Fourth for a roundtable discussion on how these iconic brands are looking to technology to improve the employee experience, better manage prime costs, and ultimately drive growth in 2024.

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2025 Restaurant Tech Trends: A Conversation with Noodles & Company on Driving Profit Under Pressure

2025 Restaurant Tech Trends: A Conversation with Noodles & Company on Driving Profit Under Pressure

A webinar for restaurants on profitable growth in 2025 and using technology to improve the employee experience, cut costs, and boost your bottom line.

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3 Ingredients to Drive AI Adoption in Restaurants

3 Ingredients to Drive AI Adoption in Restaurants

Explore how AI is revolutionizing the restaurant industry's front-of-house operations through smart reservations, seating, labor forecasting, and more.

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5 Emerging Benefits Trends You Should Know

5 Emerging Benefits Trends You Should Know

The past year has seen employee turnover reach an all-time high, and you’ve likely experienced it at your own business. Workers are reevaluating their jobs in record numbers, and many are not afraid to work at companies that better meet physical and mental needs.

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5 Global Restaurant Trends to Watch in 2024

5 Global Restaurant Trends to Watch in 2024

From tech advancements to loyalty programs and employee benefits, here's the top 5 global restaurant trends sure to shape the industry in 2024.

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5 Ways to Boost Your Business

5 Ways to Boost Your Business

In a fast-paced environment such as retail, managers want daily operations to run as smoothly as possible. However, gaps in the internal communication flow can lead to frustrated employees, poor service, and increased turnover.

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5 Ways to Expedite SB 553 Compliance

5 Ways to Expedite SB 553 Compliance

Explore how AI is revolutionizing the restaurant industry's front-of-house operations through smart reservations, seating, labor forecasting, and more.

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6 Ways to use Restaurant Data to Grow Profitability

6 Ways to use Restaurant Data to Grow Profitability

Restaurants generate a lot of data. Using that data effectively is the challenge — and the opportunity. It doesn’t matter if you’re running a single restaurant or a chain of them, data tells a story that can guide you toward greater profitability.

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63% of retail leaders plan to hire more staff with festive season nearly upon us

63% of retail leaders plan to hire more staff with festive season nearly upon us

63% of retail leaders expect to hire more staff in the remainder of 2022 with the Christmas trading period fast approaching. This is according to market research conducted by the leading retail and hospitality technology company Fourth.

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99% Of Retail Leaders Say Talent Shortages Are Still A ‘Worry’ For Their Business

99% Of Retail Leaders Say Talent Shortages Are Still A ‘Worry’ For Their Business

Almost all UK retail leaders (99%) are worried about talent shortages in their business, with larger retailers most likely to have concerns, according to market research by the leading global software provider for the retail and hospitality sectors, Fourth.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Workforce Management for Restaurants

A Beginner’s Guide to Workforce Management for Restaurants

Facing unprecedented demand, restaurant managers need new strategies to support worker efficiency and satisfaction. Workforce management software can help.

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A third of retail employees are concerned about fewer customers as consumer confidence dips

A third of retail employees are concerned about fewer customers as consumer confidence dips

A third (33%) of retail employees expect to see fewer customers amid consumer confidence dips during the cost of living crisis according to market research by the leading retail and hospitality technology company, Fourth.

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Accessible Schedules for Everyone

Accessible Schedules for Everyone

In this video, we discuss the multidimensional accessibility of HotSchedules, which makes it easier for employees to check their schedules anytime, anywhere.

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AI for Restaurant BOH Management: Trends, Efficiency, and Profitability 

AI for Restaurant BOH Management: Trends, Efficiency, and Profitability 

AI is revolutionizing the restaurant industry, helping to automate tasks, analyze data, streamline inventory management, and more. Learn how to select the right AI tool for your restaurant.

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AI for Restaurants: How 5 Top Brands Are Putting AI To Work

AI for Restaurants: How 5 Top Brands Are Putting AI To Work

Discover how leveraging technology can reduce employee turnover in the restaurant industry. Explore how automation, digital training programs, and HR software streamline operations, foster employee growth, and boost morale for a thriving business environment.

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AI Forecasting in HotSchedules: How One National Chain is Improving Forecasting Accuracy an Average of 20%

AI Forecasting in HotSchedules: How One National Chain is Improving Forecasting Accuracy an Average of 20%

How would a 20% improvement in demand forecasting help your business? Now what if this forecast was 100% automated, no longer relying on managers gut checks and varying experience levels?

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