By now we’re sure you’ve heard about the new kid on the social media block, Meta’s Threads, AKA “the Twitter killer.” By the time you read this post, Threads’ user count is likely upwards of 110 million, making it the fastest growing consumer app of all time. And those users aren’t just signing up and…
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar Innovation Partner of the Year, 2022
Loyalty Program ≠ Loyalty: Rewriting the Narrative It’s time to set the record straight. Simply developing and offering a restaurant loyalty program does not magically create loyal customers. However, that doesn’t mean loyalty programs are ineffective. Loyalty programs are meant to reward loyalty, not create it, which is why they’re also known as rewards programs.…
As mobile order and pay technology continues to gain popularity at hotels and resorts, now is a great time for hotel operators to invest in tech that will set them up for the future. Related: Hotel Concierge Software Over the last several years, mobile order and pay tech has become ubiquitous at restaurants, so…
Over the last few years, restaurant operators and the general dining public have had a bit of a rocky relationship with our old friend, the QR code. Once deemed a savior for restaurants during the pandemic, some diners and restaurateurs are now turning against the tech. Like many things in the tech world, usage and…
CardFree Launches ‘Checkout,’ The Most Comprehensive Wallet Offering for Merchants
While offering third-party delivery services like Uber Eats or DoorDash can help you reach new customers and grow your brand, the associated fees can significantly eat into your bottom line. To protect their margins, many restaurants have opted to simply raise their prices on the delivery apps to subsidize the commission fees. Unfortunately, that…
Hospitality Tech Brings Digital Transformation to SMBs
SMBs: What You Need to Know About Digital Transformation and Scalability
So you’re launching a new online ordering platform at your restaurant — offering guests a digital experience is a great way to build your brand and increase revenue, but if you’re new to the digital restaurant game, the “build it and they will come” approach probably won’t fly. To bring in that coveted R on…
