Restaurants

Research Finds Hospitality Workers Use Earned Wage Access for Food, Housing
Approximately 57% stated EWA helped them avoid borrowing money from their friends and family and 40% noted it helped them avoid paying late fees on bills.
Grazzy, U.S. Bank Debit Card Program Simplifies the Way Tipped Employees Earn and Receive Digital Tips
Initiative provides easier access to banking for hourly employees, even those without existing accounts.

Panera Brands Names Paul Carbone Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Carbone previously served as Chief Financial Officer for the company and was appointed to the role of Interim CEO in January 2025.
Marriott International, PathSpot Announce Partnership

By utilizing PathSpot’s Hand Scanner technology and logging system, Marriott properties have the ability to more efficiently adhere to strict operating procedures while streamlining handwashing record-keeping and monitoring.
The Case for a Standardized RFP Process in Restaurants

Standardizing RFPs in the restaurant industry can streamline technology selection, reduce complexity, and drive innovation.
New VR Design Agency Reveals Hospitality Projects

Customer XR says it is working on a VR application for QSR managers and a full 360-degree 8K virtual reality the experience for a luxury resort.
7Shifts Publishes Restaurant Labor Cost and Profitability Report

Based on the input of 500+ restaurants, the findings identify key challenges currently shaping the industry and provides data and strategies restaurant operators need to overcome
goHappy’s First Frontline Worker Report Reveals Clear Link Between Employee Engagement and Turnover

Only 64% of frontline workers report being engaged, contributing to a staggering 99% turnover rate.
Christopher Sebes: A Legacy of Innovation in Restaurant Technology

The MURTEC Lifetime Achievement Award celebrates Sebes' transformative influence on the industry.
WATCH: Making Data Actionable for AI with a Unified Data Platform

At MURTEC 2025, Experience Matters, Niko Papademetriou, Co-Founder and SVP, Qu, shares what’s new for the unified commerce platform, what challenges the restaurant industry is facing, and more.