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How retailers stay competitive with Workforce Management

Feb 28, 2023
How retailers stay competitive with Workforce Management

The retail industry is highly competitive, and retailers need to constantly innovate to stay ahead. Workforce management can be a critical tool for retailers looking to optimize their operations, control labor costs, and improve the customer experience.

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7 ways to tackle labour shortages

Mar 27, 2023
7 ways to tackle labour shortages

Industry leaders from across the UK discovered the latest trends and products in the market at the Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering (HRC) event. With labour shortages continuing to be a key challenge affecting managers in 2023, many of the seminars set out to discuss strategies for recruitment, retention and revenue. We’ve summarised the top seven ways operators can tackle labour shortages from industry experts and your peers Marugame, UKHospitality, The Berkely Hotel, and more.

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5 Ways to Boost Your Business

Jun 11, 2023
5 Ways to Boost Your Business

In a fast-paced environment such as retail, managers want daily operations to run as smoothly as possible. However, gaps in the internal communication flow can lead to frustrated employees, poor service, and increased turnover.

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Food waste in restaurants: What we know

Aug 11, 2023
Food waste in restaurants: What we know

In America, 22-33 billion of food waste is created in restaurants while an estimated 33.8 million people lived in food-insecure households.

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How to reduce food waste in your restaurant

Aug 11, 2023
How to reduce food waste in your restaurant

Restaurant food waste is an ongoing issue. Customising your menu and offering different portion sizes are just two ways to reduce food waste.

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Garden Centres remain resilient despite washout weather, according to latest GCA figures

Aug 25, 2023
Garden Centres remain resilient despite washout weather, according to latest GCA figures

Despite erratic UK weather, garden centers bloom. July sales up 1.03% YTD, cafes & gifts shine. Tech solutions vital for optimal ops & staff engagement.

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How to create an effective restaurant schedule

Sep 8, 2023
How to create an effective restaurant schedule

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.

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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.

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Why restaurant managers quit – and how to stop them

Sep 20, 2023
Why restaurant managers quit – and how to stop them

Discover strategies to retain skilled restaurant managers, ensuring consistent operations, high customer satisfaction, and long-term profitability.

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Restaurant Forecasting: A Comprehensive Guide

Sep 20, 2023
Restaurant Forecasting: A Comprehensive Guide

Restaurant forecasting can help to anticipate demand and respond accordingly. Read on to learn everything you need to know about nailing restaurant forecasting.

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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.

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Garden Centres enjoy a blooming good August

Sep 25, 2023
Garden Centres enjoy a blooming good August

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.

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