Alexa, I'm Hungry: Chipotle's New System Is the Latest in Voice Ordering Tech
Chipotle rolls out innovative reordering feature with Amazon Alexa, offering customers a seamless and convenient experience.
· 1851 Franchise· November 21, 2019
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Chipotle Announces Alexa Reordering Skill By Giving Away Echo Dots To Rewards Members Named Alexa
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 21, 2019 // PRNewswire // - Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced today that its customers can now use the Chipotle skill for Alexa to reorder their favorite Chipotle meals for delivery or pickup.
· Franchising.com· November 21, 2019
The Future of Dry Cleaning comes to Yuma, AZ
Lapels has pioneered its eco-friendly dry-cleaning experience over the past two decades, using non-toxic cleaning alternatives and the latest technology in equipment.
· Franchising.com· November 20, 2019
Cambria Hotels Unveils Downtown Boston Location with VIP Event
Cambria Hotels unveils its downtown Boston location with a VIP event, celebrating its first location in Massachusetts.
· Franchising.com· November 18, 2019
Voice Your 7NOW® Order
7-Eleven launches 7Voice, allowing customers to place orders through voice-controlled Google Home and Amazon Echo systems.
· Franchising.com· November 18, 2019
‘Tis The Season To Be Knotty! Pizza Hut Celebrates A Year Of Innovation With The Return Of The Stuffed Garlic Knots Pizza-tizer
Pizza Hut returns the Stuffed Garlic Knots Pizza-tizer for a limited time, featuring 16 garlic knots and a pizza crust.
· Franchising.com· November 18, 2019
When a Whopping Mistake Costs $8.3 Million
Nickelodeon versus Disney and the impact of Instagram's hidden likes on influencers were discussed on the Live To Tell podcast.
· 1851 Franchise· November 15, 2019
Botox Blowout and BOGO Laser Hair Removal for Black Friday 2019 at Ideal Image MedSpa
Ideal Image MedSpa offers Black Friday deals on laser hair removal, CoolSculpting, and facial fillers, providing discounts on popular treatments.
· Franchising.com· November 15, 2019
Nike Dumps Amazon; Will Other Brands Follow Suit?
Nike ends Amazon sales partnership to focus on direct sales.
· 1851 Franchise· November 13, 2019
Gen Z, AKA the Online Kings and Queens, Aren’t Online Shopping?
Generation Z prefers physical shopping over online shopping, citing a preference for the atmosphere of malls.
· 1851 Franchise· November 11, 2019
New Year, New Grocery Store: Amazon to Launch New Grocery Store Separate From Whole Foods in 2020
Amazon to launch new grocery store in Los Angeles in 2020.
· 1851 Franchise· November 11, 2019
Black Friday Is Nothing Compared to Chinese E-Commerce Giant Alibaba's Singles' Day
Alibaba's Singles' Day rakes in $31 billion in sales, surpassing Black Friday and Cyber Monday combined.
· 1851 Franchise· November 11, 2019
H&R Block DIY Desktop Tax Software 2019 On Sale Now For Tax Season 2020
H&R Block DIY Desktop Tax Software 2019 is on sale now for tax season 2020, with five different options ranging from $19.99 to $79.99.
· Franchising.com· November 8, 2019
Amazon Continues Taking Over the Online Grocery Delivery Game by Making AmazonFresh Free for Prime Members
Amazon made AmazonFresh free for Prime members, strengthening its presence in the online grocery delivery game.
· 1851 Franchise· October 29, 2019
Rideshare Companies Flexible Work Schedules Are Bad News for The Restaurant Industry
Rideshare companies' flexible work schedules are causing staffing difficulties for the restaurant industry.
· 1851 Franchise· October 24, 2019
There’s a New Next-Day Delivery Player In The Industry And It’s… Best Buy?
Best Buy announces free next-day delivery on thousands of items, including tablets, headphones, and espresso machines, starting this holiday season.
· 1851 Franchise· October 23, 2019
To All of Our Confusion––Amazon Launches Its Own Gin Brand
Amazon launches its own gin brand, expanding its product offerings beyond e-commerce.
· 1851 Franchise· October 22, 2019
Has Cyber Monday Stolen Black Friday’s Thunder?
Cyber Monday has become the new Black Friday, with 53% of shoppers planning to shop on Cyber Monday and 44% on Black Friday.
· 1851 Franchise· October 22, 2019
Amazon: Where You Can Buy Expired Granola Bars and Baby Formula
Amazon sells expired food to consumers via third-party vendors, including baby formula, coffee creamer, and granola bars.
· 1851 Franchise· October 21, 2019
Outback Goes Big Brother to Monitor Front-of-House Operations
An Outback Steakhouse franchisee implements Presto Vision, a system using artificial intelligence to monitor front-of-house operations.
· 1851 Franchise· October 16, 2019
The Franchise Sales Process: Who Should Be Involved?
Franchise development professionals often navigate conflicting demands from various stakeholders, requiring careful involvement and coordination to achieve brand growth and new franchisee acquisition.
· Franchising.com· October 15, 2019
Uber Just Took Convenience to a New Level by Entering the Grocery Delivery Game
Uber expands services to include grocery delivery through Cornershop acquisition.
· 1851 Franchise· October 14, 2019
Potbelly's New Deal With Macy's Is the Latest in Restaurant-Retail Hybrids
Potbelly signs a multi-unit franchise agreement with Macy’s to open shops in department stores.
· 1851 Franchise· October 11, 2019
Do Kids Still Want To Be Astronauts?
Nick and Cassie discuss various business-related topics on their podcast, including experiential marketing, Elon Musk's predictions, and Amazon's cashierless tech.
· 1851 Franchise· October 4, 2019