Technology is essential to running a successful food service business but knowing what kind of technology to invest in can be tricky and impact restaurant productivity. Before you even start down the rabbit hole of checking out POS systems, online ordering options, kitchen displays, digital menus, and more, first ask yourself: what do you want…
Calling all quick service restaurant owners… Ready for the hard truth? If restaurant profitability is a struggle for you, it’s probably because you’re making one (or more!) of these common mistakes. The good news is that you’re not alone. Running a restaurant is tough and most of us didn’t get into this industry because of…
In just a few days, our team is headed to CoffeeFest New Orleans 2024! If you haven’t been, this is a must-go trade show for all coffee shop owners no matter your experience level. Since its humble beginnings in Seattle circa 1992, CoffeeFest has grown to become the leading specialty coffee B2B event. Our team…
When looking to save money on restaurant technology, many restaurant owners start by shopping around for the cheapest options. Here’s the thing: going cheap for cheap’s sake doesn’t usually pan out. If you really want to save money on restaurant technology, here’s what you need to know. Focus on Essential Capabilities First For new food…
Table Needs is thrilled to announce that we are exhibiting at the National Restaurant Association Show 2024! Running May 18-21, 2024 at McCormick Place in Chicago, you can find our team in Lakeside Center, Booth #10643. Attending the show? Swing on by to say hello, meet our team, and learn more about Table Needs restaurant…
Independent quick service restaurants and coffee shops have more power than ever before to attract customers and boost sales. Why? The digital age has leveled the playing field. With a little creativity and the right digital tools, you can now scale your small restaurant marketing ideas to levels previously only available to large restaurant groups…
A Simple and Secure Restaurant Budget Management Method and Technology Designed for the Unique Needs of Quick Service Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Bakeries, and Food Trucks In an exciting development for the restaurant industry, Stream Digital Signage and Table Needs have joined forces to integrate Stream’s Content Manager Software with Table Needs’ innovative Point of Sale…
A Simple and Secure Restaurant Budget Management Method and Technology Designed for the Unique Needs of Quick Service Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Bakeries, and Food Trucks Table Needs Inc., a leading provider of innovative solutions for restaurant operations, is proud to unveil its latest addition to its Restaurant Operations Platform, Table Needs Cash Flow, a profit-focused…
Figuring out how to price your menu is one of the most important aspects of running a profitable quick service restaurant, coffee shop, or food truck. But choosing the right menu pricing method is tough! You want to turn a profit but you also don’t want to scare away your customers. So what’s the best…
This is part of a 5-part series: For quick service restaurant owners, coffee shop owners, and staff who need to improve order accuracy, provide better customer service, and increase profitability, you’ve likely heard that a point of sale (POS) system is the answer you’re looking for. But how does a POS system work – and…
This is part of a 5-part series: For quick service restaurant owners, coffee shop owners, and staff who need to streamline operations, improve customer service, and increase profitability, a restaurant point of sale (POS) system is the answer you’re looking for. But, with so many options available, where should you get your restaurant POS? What…
This is part of a 5-part series: For quick service restaurants, fast casual restaurants, coffee shops, and food trucks ready to increase service speed, improve accuracy, and boost profitability, a restaurant point of sale (POS) system is a natural next step. But when is the right time to get started with an all-in-one point of…
This is part of a 5-part series: If you’ve ever worked in a restaurant, you’ve likely used a point of sale system. However, not all point of sale systems are created equal – and the way each person on staff interacts with a restaurant POS is different. The way the owners and managers perceive the…
This is part of a 5-part series: There are dozens of different types of food service businesses currently in operation, from fancy full service to fast casual, from coffee shops to food trucks, and everything in between. But they all have one thing in common: they need a way to accept and process transactions. But…
This is the fifth in a 5-part series: For quick service restaurant owners, coffee shop owners, and staff who need to improve order accuracy, streamline operations, and increase profitability, you’ve likely heard that a kitchen display system is the answer you’re looking for. But how does a kitchen display system work – and will it…
This is the fourth in a 5-part series: For quick service restaurant owners, coffee shop owners, and staff who need to improve order accuracy, streamline operations, and increase profitability, you’ve likely heard that a kitchen display system is the answer you’re looking for. What is a Kitchen Display System? At its core, a Kitchen Display…
This is the third in a 5-part series: For quick service restaurant owners, coffee shop owners, and staff who need to improve order accuracy, streamline operations, and increase profitability, a kitchen display system is the answer you’re looking for. What is a Kitchen Display System? At its core, a Kitchen Display System (KDS) is a…
This is the second in a 5-part series: For quick service restaurant owners, coffee shop owners, and staff looking for a way to tame kitchen chaos, streamline operations, and increase profitability, a kitchen display system is exactly what is needed. In this article, we’ll dive into the specifics of who uses a kitchen display system…