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Analyst Opinions
Blurring Channel Boundaries in the Foodservice Industry – Analyzing Consumer Insights, Trends, Sustainability and Case Studies
Channel Boundaries in the Foodservice Market Report Overview Foodservice providers are exploring alternative channels to reach a wider audience, these include changing operations to suit shopping arcades and other urban settings. Brands are even exploring product diversification opportunities and reaching wider audiences with offerings such as groceries and apparel. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in changes in consumer behavior who now prefer spending more time at home rather than eating out, giving rise to a demand for non-traditional foodservice...
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Analyst Opinions
Digital Lifestyles in the Foodservice Industry – Analyzing Consumer Insights, Trends, Sustainability and Case Studies
Digital Lifestyles in the Foodservice Industry Report Overview Digital lifestyles have become a part of consumers' daily routine, creating demand for digitized systems that can provide instant gratification and a propensity to multitask. Digital tools such as social media have proven to be a way for leaders in the industry to stand out. However, players should look further into digital connectivity trends such as robotics and AI. As consumers are increasingly spending time online, it is important for the foodservice...
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Thematic Analysis
Environmental Trends in Foodservice – Thematic Intelligence
This report analyzes the impact of environmental pressures on the Foodservice Sector. Who Should Buy Senior executives and ESG executives in Foodservice industry.
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Thematic Analysis
Supply Chain Management in Foodservice – Thematic Intelligence
Supply Chain Management in Foodservice Market Report Overview Supply chain management in the foodservice industry is a wide-ranging process. From the procurement of raw materials and ingredients to the provision of the finished product to the end consumer, the level of engagement at each stage can vary by operator. Many companies are turning to various forms of technology for solutions to supply chain issues. Automation is helping speed up operations, increase accuracy, and alleviate the pressure of labor shortages. Artificial...
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Thematic Analysis
Generation Z in Foodservice – Thematic Intelligence
Generation Z in Foodservice Theme Analysis Report Overview Gen Z is distinguished from other generations due to its capability and consistent usage of digital technology. Additionally, consumers in this generation rely heavily on these platforms for everyday activities such as online delivery. The recent disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the habits of Gen Z. A few of the results the pandemic forced upon Gen Z included mass isolation, online learning, online shopping, and dietary and exercise changes....
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Thematic Analysis
Online Food Delivery in Foodservice – Thematic Intelligence
Online Food Delivery in Foodservice Thematic Intelligence Report Overview Online ordering is starting to become the norm worldwide, due to its time-saving capabilities, convenience, accuracy, and efficient payment methods. The increasing trend of hectic lifestyles among consumers will decrease the time spent cooking at home or visiting restaurants and will intensify the need for online food delivery services in the future. FMCG companies, retailers, and foodservice outlets have been using online food delivery to offer consumers convenience and easy availability...
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Thematic Analysis
Cybersecurity in Foodservice – Thematic Research
The global cybersecurity revenue in foodservice was $1.2 billion in 2020. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 11% during the forecast period. The COVID-19 pandemic forced foodservice companies to digitally transform, shifting to online delivery, remote communication with employees, and digitalizing supply chain management. Foodservice suppliers that neglect the cybersecurity of operational technology (OT) are at risk of increasingly frequent and complex ransomware attacks, as evidenced by JBS’ ransomware attack in 2021. The growth...
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Consumer Insights
The Changing Face of Fast Food – Analyzing Consumer Insights on Eating Experience, Food and Sustainability
In the last years, quick service restaurants have started to shed their image of serving “junk” food by adopting technology to streamline their process. Influenced by the low footfall in their outlets, due in part to the pandemic, fast food brands have opted for digitalization to stay in touch with their consumer base. The long-term changes in consumer behavior are pressuring fast food brands to be more environmentally and socially responsible and bring forth innovation. Digitalization and automation are key...
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Consumer Insights
Eating Location Preferences – Consumer Survey Insights
COVID-19 has caused a surge of interest and uptake of food delivery services across the world, motivated by a desire to remain in the safety of the household and avoid environments that would be potentially harmful in physical foodservice outlets. Overall, restaurant sales declined sharply in 2020, recovering gradually with the ending of lockdowns across regions. While the innovations and adaptations in response to the pandemic were diverse, not all will ultimately have a lasting impact on the industry.