Data, Analytics, and Reporting [New Research] Restaurant Operators Plan on Growth—How Will They Get There? Sep 22, 2023 | 4 min read Newly released research reveals operators' big plans for investment, priorities to drive growth, and strategies for improvement in multi-unit restaurants. Read more
Data, Analytics, and Reporting [New Research] Restaurant Operators Plan on Growth—How Will They Get There? Sep 22, 2023 | 4 min read Newly released research reveals operators' big plans for investment, priorities to drive growth, and strategies for improvement in multi-unit restaurants. Read more
Crunchtime News and Culture 20+ Crunchtime Customers Set to Share Best Practices at Ops Summit Sep 14, 2023 | 2 min read The list of confirmed customer speakers at the Ops Summit, Oct. 4-5, in San Antonio, has grown to 20+ industry experts. Read more
Crunchtime News and Culture FSTEC 2023 Innovation Forum Preview: Driving Customer Experience, Profitability, and Growth Sep 7, 2023 | 3 min read A glimpse into Crunchtime’s upcoming Innovation Forum session at FSTEC. Learn how restaurant tech helps brands face industry challenges and drive growth. Read more
Industry Trends and Perspectives The Shift Where I Became a District Manager and Turned Chaos into Consistency Aug 31, 2023 | 7 min read A look into the first shift as a district manager, and the importance of training and accountability to streamline operations and help store teams succeed. Read more
Crunchtime News and Culture [Sneak Peek] 2023 Ops Summit Featured Customer: Jersey Mike’s Aug 30, 2023 | 4 min read Get a sneak peek into what to expect at Ops Summit 2023 from featured customer, Jersey Mike's, and learn how they use Crunchtime to drive ops excellence. Read more
Industry Trends and Perspectives The Restaurant Operator’s Guide to Fair Workweek in 2023 Aug 24, 2023 | 11 min read Learn how Fair Workweek laws affect multi-unit restaurant operations and how to set your stores up for success amid ever-changing restrictions. Read more
Food Costs and Inventory 10 Tips to Reduce Food Costs and Close the Food Cost Variance Gap Aug 22, 2023 | 8 min read Proven tips and best practices to address restaurant food cost management that can help your team achieve more consistent and profitable operations. Read more
Training and Talent Development The ROI of Ops Excellence: How Restaurants Can Measure the Value of Improved Employee Learning and Development Aug 16, 2023 | 9 min read Learn how to measure the ROI of training and development in restaurants, and its value and impact on your business, including improving employee retention. Read more
Operational Excellence The ROI of Ops Excellence: How Restaurants Can Measure the Value of Better Scheduling and Labor Management Aug 4, 2023 | 10 min read Understanding the value of labor management and how to measure ROI through better scheduling and compliance and the impact on profitability and employee engagement. Read more
Operational Excellence How to Write Your Restaurant Communication Plan Aug 3, 2023 | 8 min read An effective restaurant communication plan is essential for managing your staff and connecting with your customers. Here's how to nail it. Read more
Food Costs and Inventory What is Actual vs. Theoretical Food Cost Variance? Aug 2, 2023 | 14 min read Learn about actual vs theoretical food cost variance. Find out how careful food cost control can help your bottom line. Read more
Operational Excellence The ROI of Ops Excellence: How Restaurants Can Measure the Value of Improved Team Execution in Every Location Aug 1, 2023 | 10 min read Learn about the ROI of operations execution and see the value of operations execution on your customer experiences and bottom line. Read more