
Social Media Roundup: May 9, 2017
Applied Analytics suggests six tips on how to improve decision-making using data from POS systems.
Technomic is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 343 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Fast-food chain executives, including McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski and Domino's CEO Joe Jordan, have low expectations for the economy, citing flat industry traffic and elevated inflation [[2026-10-14 Fast-food chain executives have low expectations for the economy (c89939)]]. * Burger King's King Jr. meals have seen a 40% sales growth, driven by adults, with the company's same-store sales rising 8.4% in the U.S. last quarter [[2026-10-30 More Burger King customers are getting kids’ meals, and not just kids (555035)]]. * Noodles & Company has added three brothless ramen bowls to its menu, building on the success of its previous limited-time offer of Chili Garlic Ramen [[2026-10-21 Noodles & Company takes ramen in new flavor directions with brothless bowls (75d2c1)]]. * Jersey Mike's is adding a value bundle to its menu for a limited time, offering a mini cold sub and a bag of chips for $7.99, focusing on value to attract Gen Z and younger consumers [[2026-10-19 Jersey Mike’s is focusing on value. Is that the right call (0fa2e0)]]. * Starbucks improved its service and sales with the Green Apron Service Model, which sets standards for baristas and increases labor hours in stores, leading to positive same-store sales in the past three quarters [[2026-10-19 How Starbucks improved service and turned its sales around (6192ae)]]. * The build-your-own bowl category in fast casual is fragmented, with strong demand but a lack of scale among many operators, leaving room for consolidation [[2026-10-13 Build-Your-Own Is Fragmented and Ripe for Consolidation (122b7e)]]. * Quick-service restaurants' biggest competitors in 2026 are convenience stores, according to Rich Shank, senior principal and vice president of innovation of Technomic [[2026-09-24 QSR’s biggest competition is the C-store (fcb7c9)]]. * Wendy's has low consumer ratings despite its size, with ratings nearly 10 percentage points lower than the average of its QSR burger peers, according to Technomic's consumer data [[2026-09-28 Consumers can’t find much to like about Wendy’s (fd3eb3)]]. * The K-shaped economy is still a problem for restaurants, with higher-income consumers spending more on dining out, while lower-income consumers have cut back [[2026-09-29 The K-shaped economy is still a problem for restaurants (0e5a13)]].

Applied Analytics suggests six tips on how to improve decision-making using data from POS systems.

Papa Murphy's is recognized as a top pizza franchise by consumers, offering a unique take-and-bake concept with high-quality ingredients.

Your Pie creates a more accessible pizza experience with quick-bake ovens and customization options.

Shake Shack and others raise prices due to 25% wage increases.

A young entrepreneur shares his story of starting a health-focused restaurant chain, highlighting the importance of innovation and adaptability in achieving success in the competitive restaurant industry.

Famous Toastery emerges as a leader in the booming breakfast industry, with rising consumer demand for morning meals and snacks driving growth in the market.

Whether it is Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump that takes home the win on Election Night, restaurants will be the one the feeling the impact.

The fast food industry imitates the fast casual model, which has grown by 550 percent since 1999.

Starbucks introduced a wine and beer menu to locations nationwide to extend sales beyond morning and afternoon hours.

Famous Toastery grows in popularity as a top franchise to watch in 2016, recognized by CNBC and Technomic.

Toppers Pizza has signed a 22-unit development deal with a seasoned franchise group to expand in Virginia and Maryland.

Papa Murphy's became the first national pizza brand to remove antibiotics from its chicken, serving chicken raised without antibiotics across its entire menu.

Famous Toastery is a top-growing franchise with a strong model and commitment to quality, recognized by Technomic and CNBC.

Brian Jaeger is a Vice President of Media Relations at No Limit Agency.

For the past 75 years, Dairy Queen® has been at the forefront of the highly competitive limited service restaurant industry.

Toppers Pizza recognizes exceptional franchisees and team members with annual awards, celebrating their dedication and commitment to the brand.

Franchising model works for food giants like McDonald’s and Wendy’s, with Famous Toastery recognized as a top franchise to watch in 2016.

Wisconsin-based Toppers Pizza plans to open its first location in the Kansas City area, following a deal with local franchisee Charma Inc.

The Bergeson family, including Randy, Josh, and Lucas, successfully grows their MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes franchise after transitioning from Subway.

Toppers Pizza targeted the Millennial crowd with late night hours, fast delivery, and better pizza, leading to profitable growth and expansion in the Midwest.

Papa Murphy's ranked top fast-food chain in America by Business Insider.

Sandwich franchisees find success transitioning to Toppers Pizza due to similarities between the two industries.

Toppers Pizza emerges as a fast-growing LSR pizza chain with a focus on quality ingredients and innovative concepts.

Restaurant operators can boost sales by offering unique and innovative beverage menus that cater to customer preferences.