Industry Spotlight Restaurant chains turn to value and marketing as they navigate a tough market With same-store sales weak so far this year amid a difficult economy, operators are boosting marketing, adding new menu items and turning back to what worked. They’re also discounting more. Restaurant chains entered 2025 expecting smoother waters as inflation… read more
Inspire AR, powered by ISSA, is an innovative augmented reality (AR) training platform designed specifically to help cleaning professionals revolutionize training methods, validate performance, boost efficiency, and tackle longstanding challenges like high turnover rates and inconsistent training practices. Transforming Training Through Augmented Reality With this newest version of the platform, members can experience immersive, on-demand… read more
The leading meeting point for the Latin American tissue industry will take place on September 2–3 in Santiago, Chile, and registration is now open Santiago, the capital of Chile, is preparing to host the fourth edition of Tissue Summit Latinoamérica, the main networking and knowledge-sharing platform for the tissue paper industry in the region. Following… read more
New campaign features new packaging and the return of the Brawny® Man The Brawny® brand has announced the launch of its new Brawny® 3-Ply paper towel, promoted as the strongest, most absorbent, and most durable product among national brands. According to the company, it is the only 3-ply option currently available on the market. The… read more
The new innovations extend SpotOn’s practical, purpose-built use of AI across its restaurant platform. Software and payment company SpotOn has unveiled operator-first AI vision technology aimed at driving profitability and simplicity in restaurant technology. The company said that its significant AI advancements reinforce its commitment to building intelligent, integrated solutions that enhance margins, save time,… read more
The snack and beverage maker plans to improve real-time insights as part of a multiyear partnership with AWS. Dive Brief: PepsiCo is aiming to accelerate its enterprisewide digital transformation as part of a multiyear agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS), it announced Wednesday. IT modernization, cloud migration and generative AI are among the key initiatives…. read more
As the foodservice industry rapidly evolves, technology and digitization have become the driving forces behind increased efficiency, sustainability, and customer experience. From smart kitchen automation to AI-powered analytics, the landscape is shifting toward data-driven operations that optimize every aspect of hospitality and foodservice. Host Milano 2025, a trade show organized by Fiera Milano, will take… read more
New London office prioritizes hybrid work, sustainability, and customer collaboration. Carrier Commercial HVAC UK has relocated its headquarters to a new office at 22 Worple Road, Wimbledon, marking a strategic investment in flexible workspaces and customer-centric operations. The move from Leatherhead reinforces Carrier’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and modern working practices. The new southwest London… read more
Simpro’s 2025 Trades Outlook Report shows data centralization, workflow optimization are driving efficiency and profitability. PRESS RELEASE BROOMFIELD, CO, April 21 — Trade business owners are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities, according to Simpro’s 2025 Trades Outlook Report. For plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and other field service business owners, the landscape has shifted dramatically but so… read more
When we enter a customer’s home, HVAC professionals know we are there to solve a specific problem. However, it’s also our job to think about the bigger picture and try to solve problems that could arise in the future. We need to do a thorough evaluation on every single call. Professional “tunnel vision” compromises the… read more