Business & Industry

OCS Report Shows Some Recovery and New Revenue Sources

The OCS industry shows recovery and new revenue sources.

A Top Priority for Customers Today – Healthy Snacks

Healthy snacks are now a high priority.

Capitalize on the Surge in Snacking With These 3 Insights

Snacking insights are key to driving sales in vending and micro markets.

Brand Values: Tips and Insights for Restaurants

Supporting social causes can strengthen restaurants’ connection with both employees and customers — depending on how operators back initiatives.

Top Snacking Insights from NAMA

Operators focus on snacking data to drive sales.

Give Your Best Drivers a Pat on the Back in 2023

Route drivers deserve recognition.

At The Plate: Foodservice Ready for More Hits Than Misses in 2023

The National Restaurant Association forecasts strong growth for foodservice, but economic challenges persist. Learn how top chains innovate to drive sales.

3 Tech Trends Driving Micro Market Growth

Tech trends are driving micro market growth.

The Breakroom: A Social and Business Destination

Employers look to operators to promote social connection and business engagement.

Consumer Snacking Is Mindful, Not One-Size-Fits-All

Consumers are taking a more mindful approach to determine their snacking preferences. Our State of Snacking report studied consumer preferences from around the world.

Leveraging TikTok’s Influence in the Foodservice Industry

With short videos and a sizable foodie fan base, TikTok can be an effective way to promote their menu items and other dining experience aspects.

Time-Honored Elements from Latin Cuisine Are Enhancing Dessert Menus

Find out what traditional flavors from cuisine that originated in Mexico and other Latin countries are being incorporated into today’s desserts.

How Noncommercial Operators Can Maximize Sales With Prepackaged Snacks

The demand for prepackaged snacks rose during the pandemic. Offering them after it will potentially increase healthcare and hotel operators’ sales.

Bite to Treat: Building the Best Between-Meal Snack Menu

Consumers’ taste for snacks has increased—find out how you can meet the demand for between-meal menu items.

Labor Challenges and the Impact They’re Having on the Road to Recovery

Commercial and noncommercial foodservice sales seem poised to increase—if labor issues don’t derail operations and profitability.

Time-Tested: Which Pandemic Practices Could Become Permanent?

Find out what adjustments operators across the country made during the pandemic—and how those moves are now helping them increase business.

Power Breakfast: What Consumers Want (Now) from This All-Important Meal

Discover which flavor, format and other breakfast trends today’s consumers want commercial and noncommercial foodservice, micro market and vending operators to provide.

Under Wraps: What’s Next for Off-Premises Packaging?

Restaurants met evolving off-premises packaging needs last year. But are they ready to address new outdoor dining demands this summer?

The Rise of Ghost Kitchens: What to Know

Find out how ghost kitchens are helping both established restaurants and new dining concepts make delivery a cost-effective option.

Join the Let’s Chat Snacks Community

Be the first to know when we drop new articles, trends and insights, with updates delivered directly to your inbox. Plus, you’ll get an insider perspective on all things foodservice, carefully curated to help you grow your business.