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Smart Tech for a Greener Kitchen: 8 Ways Restaurants Can Reduce Food and Labor Waste

Food Costs and Inventory

Smart Tech for a Greener Kitchen: 8 Ways Restaurants Can Reduce Food and Labor Waste

Dec 5, 2025 | 2 min read

Discover how ConnectSmart® Kitchen and Host can help restaurants reduce food, labor, and material waste, while improving efficiency and guest satisfaction.

6 Reasons AI Forecasting is Essential in Intercontinental High-Volume Restaurant Markets

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6 Reasons AI Forecasting is Essential in Intercontinental High-Volume Restaurant Markets

Dec 4, 2025 | 4 min read

Learn how AI forecasting helps restaurant brands in high-volume markets cut waste, boost accuracy, improve staffing, and stay agile and support profits.

Boost Restaurant Performance: 5 Automated Recommendations for Managers

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Boost Restaurant Performance: 5 Automated Recommendations for Managers

Nov 25, 2025 | 5 min read

See how AI empowers restaurant managers with smarter ordering, prep, labor, and weather-based recommendations to boost performance and profitability.

Navigating Supply Chain Challenges in a Global Network

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Navigating Supply Chain Challenges in a Global Network

Nov 20, 2025 | 3 min read

Learn how global restaurant brands use technology to simplify supply chains, ensure consistency, and stay compliant worldwide.

Navigating Inventory Management Across Currencies and Languages in EMEA

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Navigating Inventory Management Across Currencies and Languages in EMEA

Oct 21, 2025 | 3 min read

Discover how multi-currency, multi-language inventory management helps EMEA brands improve accuracy, visibility, and efficiency across markets.

How APAC Restaurants Can Drive Profitability and Minimise Complexity with Accurate Inventory

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How APAC Restaurants Can Drive Profitability and Minimise Complexity with Accurate Inventory

Oct 10, 2025 | 4 min read

Discover how APAC restaurant operators can boost profitability and consistency with accurate inventory, smart tech, and a well-structured RFP process.

How Whitbread Streamlined Stock Management, Reduced Waste, and Boosted Profitability with Crunchtime

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How Whitbread Streamlined Stock Management, Reduced Waste, and Boosted Profitability with Crunchtime

Sep 18, 2025 | 4 min read

Discover how Whitbread streamlined stock management, reduced waste, and boosted profitability using Crunchtime's innovative platform in the competitive pub and restaurant sector.

5 Best Practices for Your Restaurant’s Inventory Workflow

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5 Best Practices for Your Restaurant’s Inventory Workflow

Sep 2, 2025 | 5 min read

Learn how to simplify, streamline, and strengthen your inventory workflow, from setup to review, using best practices shared at Crunchtime’s 2024 Ops Summit.

How to Translate Restaurant Sales Forecasts into Better Prep, Ordering, and Labor Planning

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How to Translate Restaurant Sales Forecasts into Better Prep, Ordering, and Labor Planning

Aug 29, 2025 | 5 min read

Discover how to use Crunchtime’s forecasting tools to optimize labor, reduce waste, and improve restaurant operations across all dayparts and revenue centers.

How 3 Leading Restaurant Brands Are Winning at Food Cost Control

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How 3 Leading Restaurant Brands Are Winning at Food Cost Control

Jul 22, 2025 | 6 min read

Discover proven food cost control strategies from top operators shared at Crunchtime's Ops Summit. Real savings, smarter decisions, and scalable solutions.

How Crunchtime’s AI Forecast Accurately Predicts Holiday Demand

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How Crunchtime’s AI Forecast Accurately Predicts Holiday Demand

Jun 20, 2025 | 2 min read

Learn how AI forecasting takes the uncertainty out of holiday planning for restaurants.

Inventory Without the Guesswork: How AI is Powering Restaurant Efficiency

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Inventory Without the Guesswork: How AI is Powering Restaurant Efficiency

Jun 11, 2025 | 4 min read

Learn how AI and predictive analytics are helping restaurants to optimize their inventory levels.

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