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BDO To-Go Podcast Episode 22: The Story of Visioning with Zingerman's Ari Weinzweig
November 29, 2022In this episode, Ari Weinzweig discusses how he was able to build the vision and the culture for his company and what process he had to undertake to properly map it out so that everyone could see it, believe it, and get on board with it. Ari joins our new host, Giselle El Birri to deliver best practices around building vision and culture in today’s industry.
ERC Updates
November 23, 2022This article addresses a few of the issues that restaurants face regarding the refund processing, IRS examinations of credits and tax liabilities, including potential underpayment penalties due on the refunds.
Client Success Story: Improving Financial Reporting For A Restaurant Franchisee
September 9, 2022A case study on streamlining financial reporting for a restaurant franchisee.
Gaining Data Insights for Enhanced Operations
August 10, 2022Restaurants rely on insights from data to improve many areas of business operations — from menu choices and marketing campaigns to supply chain and staffing. Understanding the relationships within the business’ entire data set helps to pull the right levers, drive higher returns and relieve distress.
BDO To-Go Podcast Episode 21: Sound “Bites” from the 2022 CFO Bootcamp: Hot Topics in Labor & Employment Law
July 28, 2022In this episode, we hear some sound bites from the 2022 BDO Restaurant CFO Bootcamp where Alicia Voltmer of GreenbergTraurig, LLP provides an overview of current and emerging L&E issues faced by the restaurant industry, including some hot-topic items in employment law.
Collecting, Modeling and Securing Your Restaurant’s Data
July 22, 2022The restaurant industry is no stranger to the critical role data plays in running a business.
Sales Tax Savings Opportunity for Restaurant Companies with Locations in Colorado
July 18, 2022Colorado has recently renewed a limited time sales tax deduction for restaurants and other similar “qualifying retailers,” which allows eligible retailers to retain and use a portion of their collected state sales tax (equal to the lesser of state net taxable sales or $70,000 for each month in the specified sales tax period).
Sales Tax Savings Opportunity for Restaurant Companies with Locations in Colorado
July 18, 2022Colorado has recently renewed a limited time sales tax deduction for restaurants and other similar “qualifying retailers,” which allows eligible retailers to retain and use a portion of their collected state sales tax (equal to the lesser of state net taxable sales or $70,000 for each month in the specified sales tax period).
BDO To-Go Podcast Episode 20: Gregg Thomas and Meg Potts Dish on Data Warehouses, C-suite Outsourcing, and Automation
May 26, 2022Gregg Thomas and Meg Potts join host Jeff Tubaugh to dish about best practices and strategies for the restaurant and retail industry.
The Case for Diverse Revenue Streams
May 26, 2022A patron speaks with the restaurant host, either to confirm a reservation or ask if there’s a table available. Ideally, the host calls upon a server who then leads the patron to a table and takes their order. It’s a system that worked since the dawn of the U.S. restaurant industry — accounting for 90% of most restaurants’ revenue pre-pandemic — until it didn’t.
BDO To-Go Podcast Episode 19: Bill Lindsey on Restaurant Technologies and Rising to the Challenge of Inventory
April 26, 2022Host Jeff Tubaugh and Bill Lindsey, the partner and co-founder of COGS-Well, dive into how technology has revolutionized the industry with the rising expectations of consumers.
From Automat to Automatic: How New Tech is Bringing Efficiencies to Back of House
April 22, 2022From the drive through speaker to the QR code menu, restaurant patrons are familiar with the evolution of technology that streamlines front of house operations. Recent years have seen increased focus on innovation at the back of house. Though they might not be visible to the average customer, changes underway will have a profound impact on customer experience.
BDO To-Go Podcast Episode 17: FUSIAN: Where passion and persistence meet with Stephan Harman and Mike Speck
March 29, 2022Stephan Harman and Mike Speck are both partners at the restaurant FUSIAN with Mike serving as CEO. FUSIAN exists to connect people through collaboration, culture and cuisine. In this episode, the duo shares where they see the industry headed and how FUSIAN is evolving with our host, Jeff Tubaugh.
Do You Believe in Ghost Kitchens?
March 22, 2022Between operational disruptions, government restrictions, labor shortages and other challenges, restaurants have been one of the hardest-hit industries during the COVID-19 pandemic.
BDO To-Go Podcast Episode 16: A Look Behind the Curtain: Franchising in 2022 and Beyond
February 24, 2022In this episode, Dana Zukofsky interviews Justin Klein, one of the leading franchise business attorneys in the United States. Named to the International Who’s Who of Franchise Lawyers, Justin’s knowledge and insights provide listeners with a sneak peek behind the curtain of the franchising world today.
Supply Chain Disruptions Weighing on Restaurants’ Food And Product Inventory
February 23, 2022The food and hospitality industry continues to be an important economic driver for the US economy, comprising about 9.5% of GDP. Supply chain disruptions are weighing on restaurants’ ability to stock their shelves with inventory.
Restaurants Serving Up Supply Chain Solutions
February 1, 2022Nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions have taken a number of forms, spanning all industries — including restaurants. At the top of their list of challenges are food, supply and labor shortages that weigh on consumer prices, the dining experience and talent retention. Despite these headwinds, outlooks for the financial health of the industry remain positive.
BDO To-Go Podcast Episode 15: Annie Fitzsimmons – Experiencing Restaurants through the Eyes of a Traveler
January 31, 2022In this week’s episode, Dana Zukofsky interviews Annie Fitzsimmons, a travel expert, to share her experiences on the ground about what’s happening in the travel and restaurant industry on an international level. Annie shares how she navigates the restaurant scene nationally and internationally.
Are Gift Cards Really a “Gift” for the Restaurant Industry?
January 13, 2022Given the popularity of gift cards among both issuers and recipients, restauranteurs should understand the pros and cons of selling and issuing gift cards.
DOL Final Tip Regulations May Require Employers to Pay Full Federal Minimum Wage to Tipped Employees
December 16, 2021The Department of Labor’s final tip rule is scheduled to take effect on December 28, 2021. As drafted, the final rule will limit the amount of time tipped employees can spend performing non-tip-producing work while still receiving cash wages as low as $2.13 per hour.
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