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How Restaurants Are Regaining Control in an Unpredictable Market

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Despite having access to more data than ever, many restaurant operators in 2026 struggle with acting on real-time information to manage sales, labor, and profitability effectively. Technologies like handheld POS devices and self-service kiosks are helping by capturing real-time operational data, enabling faster decision-making and better control at the point of service—shifting the focus from just generating data to using it proactively to improve restaurant performance and margin forecasting amid an unpredictable market.

https://restauranttechnologynews.com/2026/03/how-restaurants-are-regaining-control-in-an-unpredictable-market/

Research: 79% of Restaurants Say Real-Time Data Is Essential — Yet 27% Can’t Reliably Track Basic KPIs

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79% of restaurants find real-time data essential, yet 27% can't track basic KPIs. Only 18% are very confident in forecasting sales and operations, with many relying on outdated data. Strong demand for predictive insights and faster answers reveals a gap in effective management tools. Handheld POS and self-service kiosks are emerging as strategic tools for data capture and revenue growth, offering real-time insights and improving operational efficiency. Operators seek proactive alerts and AI assistance to enhance decision-making and maintain profitability amidst uncertainty.

https://restauranttechnologynews.com/2026/01/research-79-of-restaurants-say-real-time-data-is-essential-yet-27-cant-reliably-track-basic-kpis/

How Predictive Analytics Are Guiding Restaurant Closures and Remodel Decisions |

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Outback Steakhouse is closing 21 U.S. locations and allowing 22 leases to lapse, driven by data and predictive analytics rather than intuition. The parent company, Bloomin’ Brands, is reallocating resources for modernization and a strategic turnaround plan, indicating a broader trend in the restaurant industry where technology informs business decisions, including which restaurants to close or renovate. Predictive analytics are now pivotal for assessing long-term profitability, modernization costs, and determining the operational viability of restaurant locations. Other chains like Wendy's are following suit, using data-driven approaches for their operational strategies and capital investments, shifting the restaurant management landscape towards technology readiness as a determinant of success.

https://restauranttechnologynews.com/2025/11/how-predictive-analytics-are-guiding-restaurant-closures-and-remodel-decisions/

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