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2020 Restaurants Canada Show Recap

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand April 6, 2020

On March 1st- 3rd, Canada’s leaders in foodservice and hospitality gathered at the Exhibition center in Toronto to take part in the 2020 Restaurants Canada Trade Show. Each year the show is focused on trends and innovation within the foodservice industry.

Topics: News

DoorDash: #OpenToDelivery

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand April 2, 2020

Over the past few weeks, the Government had to restrict the operation of restaurants resulting in a lot of doors closing. According to the National Restaurant Association, “the COVID-19 pandemic is the greatest crisis the industry has ever faced, that could reach to at least $225 billion during the next few months”. Doors are shutting, and restaurants are trying to find any and every way possible to still serve their customers, primarily through remaining open for delivery and take out.

Topics: Point of Sale, Delivery Service

COVID-19: Our Survival Guide for Restaurant Owners

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand March 24, 2020

It's a very challenging time in the world right now. The impacts of COVID-19 are harming local businesses and restaurant owners. There are a lot of precautions being taken from canceling events to restricting public gatherings of no more than 50 people currently. The daily news frequently contains new government policies to aid fellow citizens and businesses. Although restaurant owners are confused and fearful of the future, we want to let you know that there are a lot of ways you can survive..

Topics: News, Delivery Service

Greggs rolls out Just Eat partnership for home deliveries

Posted by Jurgen Ketel March 2, 2020

Hot on the heels of its success with vegan sausage rolls, Greggs has signed an exclusive deal with takeaway food delivery giant Just Eat. This is a major development in the fierce and rapidly growing food takeaway industry: Just Eat was recently acquired by the Dutch company Takeaway.com for £5.9 billion, after contentious negotiations. The delivery partnership marks the end of a competitive selection process, with rival delivery providers such as Deliveroo and Uber Eats running trials in..

Topics: Point of Sale, Loyalty, Delivery Service

The Future of a Digital World

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand February 24, 2020

Many believe that businesses that are moving towards a digital world (a pick-up only model), have negative implications. Companies would lose the opportunity to provide face-to-face customer service, reduce touchpoints to one or two with their staff, and minimize brand interaction. The question is if there are so many 'lost' opportunities, then why are businesses such as Amazon and Starbucks moving forward with the concept?

Topics: Loyalty, News

The Art of Building a New Market

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand February 17, 2020

With this new blog series, we take an inside look at Givex and the people behind the technology created to streamline your operations! Here is our Managing Director, Brasil, Maria Costa:

Topics: News

Franchise Marketing Radio: Mo Chaar

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand February 15, 2020

The restaurant industry is fast changing but you don't need to fall behind. Our very own Mo Chaar spoke on Franchise Marketing Radio talking about how restaurant owners can utilize Givex technology to stay ahead of their competition alongside:

Topics: Point of Sale

How to Get Customers to Fall in Love with You?

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand February 4, 2020

The season of love is in full swing, with Valentine's Day falling on a Friday, this weekend restaurants will be busier than usual. Valentine's Day is the perfect time for fast-food and quick-service establishments to come up with deals and innovative menu items. Companies such as KFC, Starbucks, and Krispy Kreme have been promoting their limited-edition products and promotions from the start of January. Still, it isn't too late for you to sweep some of that attraction and drive sales for your..

Topics: Point of Sale, Loyalty, Gift Cards, Delivery Service

Food Delivery Service. Is it Worth Having?

Posted by Sonya Hoshmand January 27, 2020

Food delivery is one of the most talked-about trends in 2019, and it isn't going to stop in 2020. News of self-driving cars and drones currently in test phases brings excitement to the endless possibility that is technology.