From how to motivate teams to the best way to approach technology adoption, you’ll find everything you ever wanted to know about restaurant management in Fourth’s latest guide.
We’re knee deep in Christmas, which can only mean one thing – time to start thinking about 2024. Fourth’s Su Edgley shares her take on how restaurant operators can make the most of January.
Auto-Scheduling – the key to optimal shift patterns
Nov 30, 2023
Auto-Scheduling – the key to optimal shift patterns
There’s more to scheduling than predicting revenue and matching headcount. Find out how you can optimise your schedule while retaining complete control with Auto Scheduler.
Shift Pooling: harness the flexibility of your workforce
Nov 27, 2023
Shift Pooling: harness the flexibility of your workforce
Shift Pooling gives hospitality employees more flexibility while enabling operators to maximise labour efficiencies. In this article, we introduce Fourth’s latest capability, highlighting the benefits for workers, managers and operators.
AI Forecasting: Identify the insights that drive profitable actions
Nov 23, 2023
AI Forecasting: Identify the insights that drive profitable actions
Wondering what all the fuss is about when it comes to AI forecasting? In this article we take you through the ins and outs of AI forecasting for restaurants.
Masters of workforce: Park Plaza and Four Season on how to unlock workforce potential
Nov 18, 2023
Masters of workforce: Park Plaza and Four Season on how to unlock workforce potential
For the second webinar in our Masters of Workforce series, Fourth’s Adam Davis is joined by Park Plaza’s Elsa Millansky and Four Seasons’ Mathias Cocuron to discuss how both chains are employing innovative strategies to increase confidence, engagement and retention.
Restaurant Automation: How To Succeed With It In Your Business
Nov 8, 2023
Restaurant Automation: How To Succeed With It In Your Business
Technological advances mean restaurant automation can now be leveraged widely throughout your business. In this article, Fourth breaks down everything you need to know about restaurant automation, from possible applications to planning and executing a restaurant automation project.
Masters of Workforce: Greene King on the value of convincing not cajoling when it comes to tech
Oct 30, 2023
Masters of Workforce: Greene King on the value of convincing not cajoling when it comes to tech
Greene King’s Andy Incles joins Fourth’s Barry Lane to chat all things workforce management in the hospitality industry. From insight into the challenges facing the UK’s largest managed pub chain, to the tech and processes they’re putting in place to overcome them, Andy shares his expert insight into how operators can optimise workforce management.
Fourth’s Barry Lane shares his take on September’s Barometer of Trade stats, released last week by the Garden Center Association, highlighting the parallels with the wider retail sector – and where garden centres outperform.
How To Use Restaurant Analytics To Boost Your Restaurant’s Performance
Oct 12, 2023
How To Use Restaurant Analytics To Boost Your Restaurant’s Performance
As demand volatility increases and costs soar, restaurant analytics is rapidly becoming a must have for restaurants. Learn how restaurant analytics tools can help your business to optimise efficiency, enhance performance and conserve margins.
The latest GCA barometer of trade shows garden centres are weathering a challenging economic climate well, helped by diversification. Fourth's Barry Lane explores the highs and lows of August's data, sharing expert insight into how garden centres can supercharge their growth with data and analytics.
Masters of Supply Chain: Why PizzaExpress is going back to basics
Sep 22, 2023
Masters of Supply Chain: Why PizzaExpress is going back to basics
Spencer Playle, Supply Chain Director of PizzaExpress shares his views on the key issues impacting restaurant supply chains following a tumultuous few years for the industry.
Restaurant forecasting can help to anticipate demand and respond accordingly. Read on to learn everything you need to know about nailing restaurant forecasting.
In bloom and heading for a boom: why workforce management has never been more critical for UK garden centres
Sep 18, 2023
In bloom and heading for a boom: why workforce management has never been more critical for UK garden centres
Evolution of garden centers: From retail to vibrant destinations, powered by innovation and diverse offerings. Tech solutions streamline operations, benefiting both staff and customer experience.
Are you struggling to create a schedule for your restaurant? In this guide, we walk you through the process of creating an effective restaurant schedule.