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Technology in the time of COVID-19
Technology in the time of COVID-19
If someone had told me in February this year that in a month’s time I would be leading a department that supports technology in 2,500+ stores and multiple offices across three regions (ANZ, Europe and Japan), as well as building and evolving a multi-billion dollar digital platform all from my home while the world was in lockdown, I wouldn’t have believed them.
Food trucks get support with ‘Where The Truck' app
The app’s new features enable food trucks to safely serve local communities during the lockdown.
Deliveroo launches virtual platform for delis, specialty groceries
Its ‘Deli’ service already has more than 22 restaurant and food businesses onboard.
Here's a sneak peek of the QSR Media Sandhurst Conference & Awards: A Virtual Event
Also, four weeks remain before nominations for the QSR Media Sandhurst Awards close.
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald's CEO confident with meat supply chain; Taco Bell's at-home kits; KFC's virtual Mother's Day experience
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Domino's offers utility bill assistance; Bakers Delight's calls for BCNA support; QSRs unveil Mother's Day deals
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Delivery will become “even bigger” as COVID-19 reshapes restaurant operations: Papa John's COO for int'l Jack Swaysland
He joins the QSR Media Sandhurst Conference as a panelist.
Voucher-driven social enterprise project to support businesses launched
The initiative allows businesses to secure cash flow amidst the lockdown.
7-Eleven opens new store in ACT
The store is owned by a second generation franchisee.
QSR Media's rent webinar details how chains can seek relief amidst social restrictions
The event’s speakers and panelists detailed how the pandemic is reshaping leasing arrangements.
KFC offers 25% discount during Mother's Day weekend
The three-day offer is for customers who spend $30 or more at participating restaurants.
Mad Mex, Menulog launch Willy Wonka-inspired golden ticket search
Winners will receive free burritos for the rest of the year.
Five weeks to go before nominations for the QSR Media Sandhurst Awards close
Brands can nominate until 8 June 2020.
How the pandemic changed consumers' buying behaviour, as told by KFC, Domino's and Cinnabon
Ordering times are also becoming more sporadic.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Starbucks to reopen 90% of US company-owned stores; Popeyes sales surge; Yum! Brands to potentially bring in new operators
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Krispy Kreme's Chocolate Mudcake doughnut; Ben & Jerry's latest non-dairy flavour; Muffin Break's Mother's Day gift cards
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Bondi Pizza launches at-home kits, online grocer
The chain has six locations across Sydney, four of which remain open.
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