Blogs & Opinion

2023: Year in Review

We look back at the highs and lows of the Australian multi-site restaurant industry these past twelve months.

Subway vs McDonald's: Who do you think will win meal delivery in Australia?

The quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry has been witnessing a revolutionary trend as consumers reduce dining in and utilise delivery options...

Innovative Ideas to Increase Restaurant Sales

The restaurant industry is highly competitive. Brick and mortar businesses such as fast-food chains, cafeterias, and restaurants have been struggling...

How to Create a Smart Content Strategy that Boosts QSR’s Revenue

It may sound cliche but content is king. With the number of quick-service restaurants growing, the food and hospitality industry is becoming more...

Email Marketing Strategies to win more customers for QSRs

The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us how important digital marketing is to every business, no matter how big or small. Businesses such as restaurants...

2021: Year in Review

We look back at the highs and lows of the Australian multi-site restaurant industry these past twelve months.

On a wing and a prayer', does controversy work in social media?

From Kevin Rudd’s favourite chef at Mr Wong’s to a UTS business school lecturer to the main stream press and an army of amateur bloggers – everyone...

Find out what 5 design trends will boost QSRs in 2014

In 2014 it will be increasingly important for hospitality owners to understand that in order to be successful in the hospitality industry their...

5 things you must know about multi-unit franchising

The solution to growing your franchise network profitably and sustainably maybe right under your nose!

Here's how QSRs can rev up their marketing platform

When we talk about QSR chains, the consistency and strength of a brand is one of the key ingredients for the success of a business. Growing brand...

5 tips for effective franchise marketing

For franchise marketing campaigns to be effective, franchisees and their staff need to be engaged. Here are five tips to enhance franchisee and...

How the new public holiday payment option will impact QSRs

An employer application to change the Fast Food award safety net - part of an initial 2-year review of modern awards by the Fair Work Commission –...

3 things you must know about the Food Standards Code

Nutrition claims As an industry Dietitian I am always astounded by the number of claims in restaurants that are incorrect or illegal. Choice...

Here's what you need to know about crafting a great PR plan

Every franchise is trying to grab media attention, so if you want to see your name in print rather than that of your competitors, you must have a...

Why Marginal Fast Food Agreement fails BOO-Test hurdle

In a recent decision an agreement approval application was refused by Senior Deputy President (SDP) O’Callaghan, due to concerns that the employees...

How to wisely franchise QSRs in Australia

From Delhi to Dallas to Durban and Darwin from Da Nang and Dubrovnik to Dundee and Dhaka, familiar franchised food brands dot the planetary landscape...