ClearCOGS Blog
Lettuce Crisis Continues as INSV Devastates Salinas Valley Crops
December 29th, 2022 Lettuce shortages have been plaguing restaurants in the United States for months, resulting in menu adjustments and higher …
The Future of Grocery: How AI is Changing the Way Stores Operate
December 28th, 2022 Grocery stores are constantly looking for ways to improve their operations and better serve their customers. One area …
Foie Gras: NYC Ban Gets the Goose
December 27th, 2022 Foie gras, a French term meaning “fat liver,” is a luxury food made from the livers of ducks …
Restaurants & The Food Donation Improvement Act (FDIA)
December 27th, 2022 The Food Donation Improvement Act (FDIA) has been passed by Congress, and aims to reduce food waste and …
Sustainable Dining Guide
It can be difficult for consumers to determine sustainable dining options because there is often a lack of transparency in …
Restaurant Sustainability Trends for 2023
As the world becomes increasingly aware of the impact of human actions on the environment, the restaurant industry has begun …
What To Know: Fast Food Accountability and Standards Recovery Act
On September 5, 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the Fast Food Accountability and Standards (FAST) Recovery Act (AB 257), …
The Importance of Targeting Multiple Demographics in the Restaurant Industry
Gen Z, typically defined as those born between 1997 and 2012, is becoming increasingly important to the restaurant industry as …
Challenges of Today’s Restaurant
The restaurant industry is facing a number of challenges in recent years, and these challenges are only expected to continue …
Predictive Forecasting: A Deep Dive
Predictive forecasting is the use of data and statistical models to make predictions about future outcomes. It can be used …
Digital Journal: Technology Offers New Ways to Reduce Food Waste in Hospitality
Technology Offers New Ways to Reduce Food Waste in Hospitality “This is the essence of the agricultural revolution: the ability to …
The Future of Restaurants
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically impacted the restaurant industry, with many establishments shutting their doors permanently or struggling to adapt …
What is Machine Learning? Why is it important for restaurants?
What is Machine Learning? Machine learning is a type of artificial intelligence that allows algorithms to learn from data without being …
Restaurant AI: Why 2023 is the year.
Adopting AI in restaurants in 2023 will be crucial for businesses looking to stay competitive and provide an enhanced customer …
Restaurant Sales Forecasting – The Importance of Predictive Analysis for Restaurants
In the fast-paced world of the food and hospitality industry, accurate sales forecasting is crucial for the success of any …
Restaurants Expectations for Holidays in 2022
The holiday season is a critical time for restaurants, as many people dine out to celebrate with friends and family …
Why should restaurants always have an accurate forecasting?
In an industry as competitive and with as slim margins as restaurants, accurate forecasting can be make or break for …
How Inflation & December’s Fed Rate Hike Effects Restaurants
The Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate increase, along with the ongoing issue of inflation, is causing major challenges for the …