Technology across franchise brands: the deals, operators and trade-press stories Burnaze summarizes, each linked to the original.
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Drone delivery service Flytrex is partnering with logistics platform Nash to implement an autonomous-first fulfillment model across its Dallas-Fort Worth operations.
Golub Capital has made an investment in Church’s Texas Chicken, marking another significant transaction in the active restaurant private equity and financing space.
Vevo is partnering with Rockbot to provide multi-location brands with premium music video content to enhance in-store customer experiences.
Multi-unit convenience store operators Hot Spot and H&S Energy are implementing electronic shelf labels to streamline corporate pricing updates and reduce labor costs.
The UK-based proptech firm has raised $170 million in debt and equity to fuel its strategy of acquiring small property management and brokerage companies.
Modern enterprise leaders must prioritize the interpretation of meaningful signals over the simple collection and hoarding of raw data to gain a true competitive advantage.
Middle-market private equity firms often overlook critical technology due diligence in sub-$100 million deals, creating significant operational risks for high-growth acquisitions.
The Manhattan-based startup is providing agentic AI solutions for large multi-unit operators in self-storage, senior living, and flexible workspace sectors.
Bobby Pierce spent more than a decade building technology products and managing software development teams.
Alto-Shaam updates its Vector VMC2 multi-cook ovens with maintenance-free air filters and remote management tools to improve reliability for commercial kitchen operators.
Thryv’s new Breesy AI integration provides franchisors with deeper visibility into how local marketing spend converts into completed jobs and revenue across their networks.
The fitness software leader has acquired Replify to integrate AI-driven communication agents into the workflows of major brands including Gold’s Gym and UFC Gym.
Kayrouz Petroleum is leveraging AI and real-time data to modernize back-office and POS systems across its multi-unit retail locations.
Pizza chains are increasingly utilizing artificial intelligence and automation to enhance guest experiences, loyalty, and operational efficiency amid rising pricing pressures and changing consumer habits.
Early on, most brands piece technology together as needs come up.
Artificial intelligence is bridging the communication gap between corporate headquarters and individual franchise locations to ensure better promotional execution during high-traffic seasons.
Revenue Management Solutions highlights that AI's effectiveness in the restaurant industry depends on a strong data foundation to drive personalization, pricing optimization, and accurate forecasting.
Wendy's evolves loyalty program with merchandise drops and exclusive rewards
Industry veteran Jodi Searl joins ABC Fitness as CXO, while franchise accelerator Franchise FastLane appoints a new chief executive to lead its next phase of growth.
Private equity firms are increasingly targeting veterinary services as pet longevity drives demand for specialized medical care and emergency clinics.
Modern fitness brands are increasingly shifting to real-time AI and integrated systems to capture prospects within the shrinking window between initial interest and membership conversion.
ABC Fitness leadership details how their 30,000 gym operators can transition from basic AI tools to strategic, thoughtful implementation that provides a competitive edge.
Blackstone ’s growth continued unabated in the first half of 2026, as the firm leveraged its enormous data center and AI platform to report strong shareholder returns. In the secon
The quick-service restaurant industry is not the same as it once was, and businesses need to keep up if they want to remain competitive.