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• Due Process The world of credit and debit card processing is a complex one, but operators can save money and headaches if they patiently sort through it. Issue # 147
• New-Age Franchising With the traditional franchise model struggling in the recession, some business people are finding that co-operative efforts are more rewarding. Issue # 147
• Fun in the Sun? Plenty of quick serves are jumping on the green bandwagon, but when it comes to the implementation of solar power, they may want to think twice. Issue # 146
• Say This, Not That Leveraging social media networks to your advantage relies heavily on saying and doing the right things. Issue # 146
• The Power of Two In an effort to encourage consumers to experiment with their menu, more quick serves have added a Choose Two menu option. Issue # 146
• Global Into Local A quick-serve brand’s national marketing team is important, but the local-store marketing programs are essential to driving traffic to stores. Issue # 145
• Assault on Casual As casual-dining traffic counts fall, quick serves are positioning themselves for potential new diners. Issue # 145
• Renaissance Brand Refocused strategy and energy are key to reviving a faltering quick serve. Issue # 144
• Quick-Serve U. Fast food concepts and vendors are establishing training centers that take potential franchisees and users back to school. Issue # 144
• All About the iPad The hot new tech gadget has many quick-service insiders exploring its potential uses, from marketing to point-of-sale solutions. Issue # 144
• How to Hook ’Em Quick serves that compact their operations into a mobile unit fit for fairs, festivals, and other summer gatherings can lure customers back to the store. Issue # 143
• Quick-Serve Concierge Some operators are finding that bringing a full-service approach to quick service is boosting customer satisfaction—and the bottom line. Issue # 143
• Super Fans Are your customers willing to Tweet, travel, and be turbo-charged fans for your brand? If not, there are four things that can change that. Issue # 142
• The Fourth and Fifth Dayparts Snacking habits among Americans are evolving, and quick serves are adapting their marketing and menus to accommodate. Issue # 142
• The Renovation Rush Operators plan on committing more of their resources to redesigns and renovations in 2010 as they try to stay relevant for consumers. Issue # 141
• Bankruptcy Guide The B Word is not the end of the world for quick-service operators, but there are certain steps necessary to ensure it is as smooth a process as possible. Issue # 141
• Scientific Savings With biometric technology, savings and security for your restaurant are in your employees’ hands. Issue # 140
• The Power of Free Free offerings have the potential of introducing a brand to new customers—and the potential of degrading the value of your product. Issue # 140
• The Supplier Marriage The relationship with your supplier should be carefully crafted and maintained to insure longevity. Issue # 139
• Signature Reinvention Altering a signature menu item brings certain risk and also potential rewards for quick serves. Issue # 139

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