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Travelers are increasingly willing to utilize Facebook and other social networking sites to plan and purchase hotel stays.

As the technology landscape changes, restaurant operators must be willing to innovate in order to increase business and improve and streamline day-to-day functions.

The point of sale is evolving as smartphone and tablet technologies give consumers more freedom and control over purchasing methods.

Papa Gino's CIO, Paul Valle, reveals how the company is embracing business analytics that delve deeper than merely financial metrics. By examining marketing, operations and customer feedback, Papa Gino's has been able to gain more complete intelligence and ultimately drive sales.

In this annual study, HT reveals the latest technology trends that are having an impact in the food service industry. The report covers a comprehensive range of topics including: budgets and business drivers; technology integration into overall business strategy; POS; payment security and more. The survey's findings show how technology is critical to restaurant operations and how its importance will shape the industry as a whole.

Industry leaders from the restaurant industry have been named to positions on the NRA's Board of Directors and Board of Trustees to advance the strategic plan to help grow membership, educate future industry leaders, and strengthen the restaurant and foodservice industry as a whole.

Harbortouch offers a 30 day trial of its POS system and merchants can now own equipment after the initial service agreement.

A new SOA-based solution from Stella Nova will keep POS independent of mobile devices and operating systems.