How Should a Hotel Prepare for Tariffs? 7 Strategies to Stay Ahead
What’s Changing with Tariffs in the Hotel Industry? On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump implemented a two-tier tariff system: a universal 10% baseline tariff on all imports, along with additional country-specific “reciprocal” tariffs targeting approximately 60 nations. Although he later walked back some of these tariffs to encourage negotiations, hotels should still prepare for […]
How Should a Restaurant Prepare for Tariffs? 7 Recommendations to Stay Ahead
On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump implemented a two-tier tariff system: a universal 10% baseline tariff on all imports, along with additional country-specific “reciprocal” tariffs targeting approximately 60 nations. These actions will make the cost of imported goods rise effective immediately. For restaurants, that means higher prices on everything from commercial kitchen equipment, packaging […]
ConStrata names Adam Golomb as President, Bringing Deep Industry Expertise in Hospitality and Retail Technology
POTOMAC, Md – April 1, 2025 — ConStrata, the leading global technology consulting, services, and digital firm, built exclusively for the foodservice, hospitality, and retail industries, announced today that Adam Golomb has been appointed as President. Golomb brings a proven history of driving innovation and growth, having served most recently as CEO of Primanti Brothers, and previously held […]
Maximizing Efficiency in Hospitality: Tech Strategies for 2025
Tech Strategies for 2025 to Unlock Maximimum Efficiency in Hospitality In this episode of The Pineapple Perspective, Troy Hooper sits down with Toby Malbec, a leading expert in restaurant technology and “operational technologist” for ConStrata Consulting. Together, they dive into the evolving landscape of hospitality, discussing how technology is reshaping the guest experience, improving efficiency, […]
Maximizing Restaurant Technology Efficiency in 2025
The Year of the Condor: Maximizing Efficiency in Restaurants Toby shares his predictions to be successful in the restaurant industry and the landscape in 2025. As we explore the evolving nature of the restaurant industry, one thing becomes clear: efficiency will reign supreme. Hooper draws an interesting analogy by referencing the condor, an animal known […]
Why Technology Matters in Restaurant Franchising
Technology Should be Utilized as Strength for Restaurants Looking to Franchise a recent observation from the latest issue of Franchise Times reveals a shocking trend: none of the major restaurant brands advertising for franchisees highlighted their technological strengths. This oversight raises critical questions about the industry’s understanding of technology’s importance in attracting and supporting prospective […]
Can AI Replace Humans in Revenue Management?
Balancing AI and Human Touch in Revenue Management Within the hospitality industry, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has sparked intriguing discussions among experts, specifically within the area of revenue management. Recently, a gathering of seasoned industry consultants provided valuable insights into the potential impact of AI on revenue management, a critical aspect of hotel […]
Are Restaurants Losing Their Uniqueness in Tech Assimilation?
Navigating the Borg Effect in Restaurant Technology As we navigate through 2025, the restaurant technology space is experiencing a significant shift, one that has been gaining momentum since 2023. Dubbed the ‘Borg effect,’ this trend sees large vendors acquiring smaller tech companies, much like the Borg from Star Trek, which assimilated other species to enhance […]
How Retail Innovations are Shaping the Future of Foodservice
Insights About the Future of Foodservice from NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show The world of retail technology is not just about the latest gadgets and gizmos; it’s a glimpse into the future of industries far beyond retail itself. This week, the largest retail show in the world, aptly named The Big Show, took place in […]
Starbucks Return to Simplicity in 2025
Starbucks 2025 Strategy is to go Back to the Basics Starbucks is making waves in 2025 with a bold return to its roots. Under the leadership of Brian Nichol, who took the helm in 2023, the coffee giant is embarking on a strategic journey to navigate through challenging waters. With declining sales and labor strikes […]
