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In this annual study, HT reveals the latest technology trends that are influencing the food service industry as a whole. The report covers a comprehensive range of topics including: budgets, business health and metrics; investment strategies; top IT department challenges; mobile and social initiatives and plans; POS; payment security and more. The survey's findings show how the industry as a whole is under pressure to enhance the customer experience on the front-end, while still increasing efficiency in the back-of-house.

Red Robin CIO, Chris Laping, reveals his strategy for encouraging his technology team to take on a business transformation role and his overall vision for IT leaders to effect that positive progression. Also check out the behind-the-scenes video of the photo shoot, where Laping describes the company's innovative iPad employee training procedures that are geared towards millennials.

TravelClick data finds that three quarters of all hotels will offer consumers the ability to book on Facebook and mobile devices by 2013.

HT's Editorial Advisory Board, comprised of hospitality executives from a diverse mix of industry segments, offers their insights into what challenges and opportunities are emerging in technology for 2013.

Executives from Tasti D-Lite offer insights into the importance of harnessing feedback and praise from social media channels to expand business in this excerpt from The Tasti D-Lite Way.

RestaurantConnect helps Fonda San Miguel increase online reservations while harnessing customer feedback and improving guest relations.

OpenTable is teaming with Foodspotting to create more intelligent, seamless experiences for diners by combining mobile, social and design.