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10 Practices of Thriving Quick Service Restaurants

What does it take to be successful in the quick service industry? We looked at thriving Revel clients and pulled out common practices ...

10 Ways to Save Money and Grow Your Business White Paper

Considering a new Point of Sale (POS) system? Did you know an iPad POS system can do much more for your business than just processing customer payments?

5 Ways to Leverage Data to Increase Revenue

Data is becoming an increasingly central aspect of the decision making process. Providing quantitative reasoning, ...

Best-of-Breed Tech Approach Unlocks Innovation Possibilities

Did you know API calls to Revel’s cloud order management platform have increased by more than 300% since 2014? While a best-of-breed approach to technology isn’t right for everyone, it is a great option for brands interested in customizing their offerings and putting the top solutions in place in multiple categories for their guests and employees alike.

Bytes and Bites: The Impact of AI on the Restaurant Industry and the Power of Open Platforms

Artificial intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT are the latest buzz words making headlines and have created a surge of interest in these technologies.

Digital Consumer Journey White Paper

Did you know 81% of Americans own a mobile phone? With technology constantly in their pockets and at their fingertips, ...

FAT Brands’ Case for an Apple iPad-Based POS Platform

In conjunction with IDC—a premier global provider of market intelligence for IT, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets—this white paper details the key role Apple’s hardware and iOS operating system have played...

Guide to Crafting a Stand-Out Brewery

Interested in brewing up even more business? Developing goals and strategies based on current industry insights is a great place to start, ...

Guide to Developing Profitable Customer Relationships

Your customers are the lifeblood of your business. To stay competitive in the market, it is important to build customer relationships ...

Guide to Maximizing Gift Cards

Offering gift cards for your business can turn your loyal customers into brand ambassadors and introduce your brand to new customers.

Guide to Successful Discounts and Promotions

Whether you’re looking to clear slow-moving inventory, overcome a seasonal downturn, or have your biggest revenue day on record, ...

How to Run a Successful Coffee Shop

Curious what steps can your shop take to stay competitive and stand out? It’s a question many independent coffee shops think about.

How to Select the Right POS System for Your Multi-location Business White Paper

Managing a multi-location business requires many moving parts. From product management to sales reporting, keeping a close eye on every location ...

Intro to Reporting and Analytics

From ordering the right amount of inventory to understanding who your loyal customers are, learn how you can use POS reporting ...

Inventory Management Efficiency Guide

If your business is relying on manual inventory management or not fully utilizing the tools you have, ...

Kiosk Guide

This kiosk guide explores how adding a self-service kiosk in your establishment provides your customers the flexibility ...

Must-Have Restaurant Technology

What sets businesses apart is the ability to provide an experience, which starts far before diners set foot in a restaurant ...

Online Ordering A Business Survival Guide

Read on to decide which type of solution makes the most sense for your business in order to maximize revenue and ...

Online Ordering Best Practices Guide

Revel makes it easy for you to connect your hungry customers to online ordering for your establishments. Check out this online ordering ...

Out with Legacy, in with the Cloud - The Future of Point of Sale

This guide outlines why restaurant owners and retailers should consider making the switch from a legacy to a cloud-based point of sale (POS).

Restaurant Point of Sale (POS) Guide

This guide details essential features to look for when selecting your restaurant POS. Whether you are a small business or a full-scale enterprise, ...

Revel’s Guide to Pizza

Revel’s Guide to Pizza will take you through an analysis of pizza business tactics, practical suggestions, and a look at the hottest trends in the industry.

Rising the Profits - A Guide for Bakeries

Whether you're a longstanding staple in your community or an up and coming bake shop, we've offered tips to help you enhance...

Smart Start Loyalty Program Guide

A well-deployed loyalty program will help drive customer satisfaction and customer relationships as well as help ...

The Official Guide to Choosing Your Point of Sale

A point of sale handles everything from sales transactions to business insights. Use this guide to determine the best platform for your business.

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