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Illuminating Innovations

by Katie Lee

— By Ty Johnson — Tubular daylighting solutions for modular restaurants. The concept of modularity is not new in the building construction industry. However, in the wake of post-pandemic economies and increasing concerns about climate change, there is a shift in how we approach the built environment. Modular structures offer numerous advantages that are reshaping the landscape of restaurant construction. When combined with advanced daylighting strategies, they can achieve unparalleled benefits in terms of efficiency and sustainability. What is Modular Construction? Modular construction involves the prefabrication of building components or …

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Proactive Building Maintenance

by Katie Lee

— By Jim Rechtin, Jr. — Stay ahead & save big with routine preventative maintenance for building exteriors. All matter breaks down over time. The structures that surround us today are no exception to that law of physics. Some building materials are more durable than others, like stone and steel, but unfortunately the days of structures surviving thousands of years, like the Egyptian pyramids and Roman cathedrals, are over. Most structures erected today have a life expectancy of less than 100 years, with each building component designed to work for …

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Going Into Labor

by Katie Lee

— By Clint Williams — Diving into what’s going on with the labor market and how to attract and retain good restaurant workers. According to the National Restaurant Association (NRA), over 80% of restaurants were hiring in 2023 and the same goes for 2024. That is, if they can find good, qualified workers — workers they can pay and workers who will stay. From servers on the front lines to cleaners in the back of house, the hiring landscape can be a tough, uphill climb. To cope with sub-septimal staffing …

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Supporting Store Safety

by Katie Lee

— By Scott Thomas — Setting up your Security Operations Center (SOC): a checklist for retailers. Today, due to a combination of a changing threat environment and technology advances, more retailers are building SOCs to support store safety and investigations, and help make operational staff more efficient. Ryan Themm, corporate investigations manager at supercenter Meijer, has noted that the remote operations center (ROC) they launched to provide a complete view across all of their stores and sites has been instrumental in helping them significantly reduce budget spent on fraud mitigation. …

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Charging Ahead

by Katie Lee

— By Joe Haugen — What retailers need to know about the push toward electrification. There’s been a great deal of conversation related to electrification in the last several years, as people look for ways to reduce their footprint while still powering their homes, businesses and lives. Put simply, electrification refers to replacing technologies and processes that use fossil fuels with electrically powered alternatives. These replacements are typically more efficient, reducing energy demand and are likely to have a massive impact on emissions as electricity generation is decarbonized. While the …

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Unlock Operational Excellence

by Katie Lee

— By Jordan Rochwick — Leveraging partnerships for data-driven HVAC fleet maintenance. In the intricate dance of facility management, the smooth functioning of HVAC systems stands as a cornerstone for maintaining optimal working conditions. Yet, managing distributed HVAC fleets is a complex endeavor fraught with challenges, from tracking repair and maintenance data to optimizing costs. In this article, we delve into the immense value of strategic partnerships in harnessing data-driven insights to reduce overall maintenance costs, drive actionable outcomes and promote sustainability by reducing carbon emissions. The Challenge of Tracking …

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Embracing the Future

by Katie Lee

— By Patrick Chown — The future of retail and restaurant facilities should embrace IoT and connectivity for smarter operations. The retail and restaurant industries are undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by technological advancements and changing consumer expectations. In this dynamic landscape, the Internet of Things (IoT) and advanced network connectivity are emerging as pivotal elements. These technologies are not just reshaping how businesses operate but are also redefining the customer experience. By integrating IoT solutions, retailers and restaurateurs are unlocking new potentials in operational efficiency, customer engagement and data-driven …

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Not Up to Code

by Katie Lee

— By Scott Smith — Better understanding issues of exterior code infractions ­at retail and restaurant facilities. Retail locations often struggle with handling issues of code compliance, rightfully so as they can be challenging and lengthy to navigate. Hopefully this article can give some insight as to how to tackle and navigate through local code compliance issues. The focus will be on exterior landscaping issues to not only curtail fines but to keep your local community happy while not disrupting your core business. Many times, retail or restaurant management teams …

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Financial Considerations

by Katie Lee

2024 tax outlook for franchisees: Consider these changes ahead. The tax outlook for 2024 and beyond is about as clear as, well, mud. With the sunsetting of benefits from the 2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and the uncertainties about what the 2024 elections will bring, planning a tax strategy is a daunting task for franchise operators. As a former CPA, I say there’s probably never been a better time to work with a tax advisor, especially one who is knowledgeable about franchises, to help you be prepared for …

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To Every Season

by Katie Lee

— By Amanda Anderson — Turn your landscaping into a reason customers keep coming back via seasonal preventative maintenance. The goal for preventative and routine landscaping is about more than the initial visual impact. At first glance, services are tailored to provide a clean and welcoming environment. Lush green grass edged neatly along sidewalks and curbs, healthy mulch beds free of weeds and filled with blooming flowers, full and neatly trimmed bushes and shrubs. A truly impactful landscaping service is going to provide down-the-road savings, with a focus on maintaining …

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