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Customer Service Trends in the Restaurant Industry to Look For in 2020

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Statistics show that 96 percent of consumers from across the globe say that customer service plays a critical factor in choosing a brand they’ll be loyal to. As a service-oriented industry, knowing what makes your customers tick and capitalizing on their preferences will allow you to provide top-of-the-line service.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-December 2020 Edition

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The 2020 holiday season may not offer the same gatherings, parties and hoopla of years’ past, but diners are making sure it is still filled with amazing food. Diners Show Holiday Spirit. Hassle-free holiday meals. Sales Stumble in November.

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The 20/20 on 2020: Restaurant Experts Weigh In

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders and experts for their insights on what will impact restaurants in 2020 and the response was overwhelming. The biggest trend by far, for now, and going into 2020 is ghost kitchens (AKA delivery only, virtual kitchens, cloud kitchens, pick-up only, etc.).

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Restaurant Insiders on 2020 Lessons Learned, Part One

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their perspection on 2020: What lessons did you learn and what do you feel the restaurant industry learned this year? In 2020 the restaurant industry learned that offering delivery and running an efficient operation is necessary to stay alive.

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Drive-Thru Shake-Up (Infographic)

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According to data revealed in SeeLevel HX's 2020 QSR Drive-Thru Study , there's been a shake-up among restaurants with the fastest total time, which consists of both service times and wait times with KFC taking the lead followed by Taco Bell, Hardee’s, Carl’s Jr., 2020: KFC, Taco Bell, Hardees, Carl’s Jr.,

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SBA Launching Streamlined PPP Direct Forgiveness Portal

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In addition to the technology platform, the SBA is standing up a PPP customer service team to answer questions and directly assist borrowers with their forgiveness applications. The average loan size was ~$42 thousand (compared to $101 thousand in 2020). Lenders are required to opt-in to this program through [link].

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Three Critical Restaurant Advertising Strategies for 2021

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2020 was difficult for everyone, and the restaurant industry wasn’t spared. Focus on Customer Service and Personalized Experiences. Customer service and personalized experiences can differentiate yourself from cold, national corporations. Even the simplest action can evoke the most genuine smile.