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<p>If the Coronavirus pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that flexibility needs to be a key component of a business. Those who remain versatile and open to change are the ones who are managing to successfully overcome the sudden curveball that was thrown.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Focusing on the food and beverage industry, the last few months have confirmed that online ordering is the way of the future. As such, many restaurants and bars are adapting their strategies to perfect their takeaway process and meet the demand for digitisation. This way, customers can feel both safe and gratified when ordering their meals.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>Below, we’ll share 5 essential methods and strategies that will help to make your takeaway easier to operate. Whether you’re a large 5-star restaurant or a small corner-coffee shop, these ideas will kick your innovative thinking.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-1-organise-your-staff-with-management-tools"><strong>1. Organise Your Staff with Management Tools</strong></h4>



<p>For your takeaway service to function more efficiently, your staff must be up to the task. They need to be ready and willing to adapt to the new procedures. You’ll have to schedule in training to make sure everyone’s on the same page and that the new processes are acknowledged.&nbsp;</p>



<p><em>“Often, when smaller restaurants transition to online services, they neglect the fact that their daily order volumes are now going to increase.”</em> <strong><a href="https://restolabs.com/blog/online-mobile-ordering/restaurant-guide-5-tips-help-you-transition-better-delivery-and-takeaway">[1]</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>This may also be a good time to investigate training assistance. There are some reliable digital management tools available to assist with scheduling and workplace efficiency. For example:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><strong>Typsy</strong> is a staff training platform that uses online videos from the best in the hospitality business to teach essential skills and compliance.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Tap my Back</strong> provides managers with in-depth reporting on staff engagement and how members are coping while at work (which can be helpful as we all try to navigate the COVID pandemic).</li><li><strong>7Shifts </strong>helps to keep track of staff rosters so that you can approve staff availability and ensure that you have a constant flow of hands-on deck.&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p>Once you have created an order in your kitchen, the process of offering takeaways will be easier with fewer hiccups along the way. It will also set the foundation for keeping you, your staff, and your patrons safe and satisfied. </p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-2-adapt-your-menu"><strong>2. Adapt Your Menu</strong></h4>



<p>If crumbed mushrooms are a hit at your restaurant, don’t be under the assumption that they will receive the same adulation when customers order the dish as a takeaway. Fried items tend to lose their crispiness and juicy flavour after a while and may not be the best food to package for delivery. The bottom line is, not all foods are meant for deliveries and takeaways.</p>



<p>Perhaps it’s time that you revise your takeaway menu to only include meals that can endure the time between order and delivery. This way, you’ll still get a good rep for rustling up divine dishes.&nbsp;</p>



<p>From an economic point of view, it’s best to choose items that don’t take up a lot of time for preparation and packaging.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Also, if you haven’t yet done so – it’s time to create an online menu. To really streamline your takeaway service, you could consider investing in software (new or third party) that allows customers to order directly through your menu. These tool types typically integrate with a delivery system to encourage a seamless process.  </p>



<p><strong>Did you know? </strong>Digital ordering is growing 3x the rate of on-site ordering. <a href="https://tacitcorporation.com/online-food-ordering-statistics/"><strong>[2]</strong></a></p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-3-streamline-delivery"><strong>3. Streamline Delivery</strong></h4>



<p>When it comes to streamlining food and beverage delivery, one of the key decisions to make is whether you will be using an in-house system to deliver orders &#8211; or if you are going to partner with a third party. Both choices come with their own list of pros and cons and in the end, the decision will come down to personal preference and budget. Of course, if you go the third-party route, you’ll want to in engage in a company that has the same ethos as yours. </p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Great advice</strong></h4>



<p><em>Make sure that your own delivery staff are well-informed about your brand and meals so that they can answer all queries and concerns posed by customers.&nbsp;</em></p>



<p>And then &#8211; as with the importance of digitising your menu &#8211; an online ordering system has become an expectation by customers and if you’re not part of this new movement, you’ll be losing out on tons of potential business.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Some of the UK’s top online food delivery tools that are worth looking into include:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Just Eat</li><li>Food Hub</li><li>Uber Eats</li><li>Deliveroo</li><li>Hungry House</li></ul>



<p>When researching these products, some intense introspection is required. To choose an application that’s going to work best for your brand, ask yourself — what features do you need? Can you integrate your current POS with the online restaurant ordering system? Are any marketing tools included in the deal? Are there any hidden charges? How compliant is the service with new COVID-19 regulations? Does the service provide access to cashless payment software?</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-4-cashless-payments"><strong>4. Cashless Payments</strong></h4>



<p>Cashless payment technology for restaurants enables quick and easy customer transactions. It also reduces the risks that come with having cash on hand. The good news is that this type of technology is no longer reserved for large restaurant chains. Even the smallest takeaway joints can access affordable cashless payment systems.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The advantages include:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Transparency, reliability, and security in the system</li><li>Increased speed of service</li><li>High customer satisfaction</li><li>A surge in online orders</li></ul>



<p>Ask your bank if they provide any cashless payment facilities or browse online for cashless payment applications that are available to your area.&nbsp;</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-5-get-the-word-out"><strong>5. Get the Word Out</strong></h4>



<p>Last – but way far from least – take advantage of tools that allow you to get the word out. If this is the first time that you’re offering takeaway as an option, then you need to let folks know that you now provide this service. If you’re a takeaway veteran, inform your patrons that you have improved your system so that they can experience even better customer satisfaction.&nbsp;</p>



<p>In this regard, social media is your friend. This is still one of the best marketing tools for those who are on a budget. You could also look into <strong><a href="https://stampede.ai/how-it-works/marketing/">SMS and email marketing tools</a>,</strong> or encourage ye’ old faithful “word of mouth”.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The more you market yourself, the wider your customer base will be. Having a dedicated customer base is what will make offering take-out a breeze. The best customers are the ones who create more customers through word of mouth. Referral and recommendation programs are a great way to activate this marketing method.</p>



<p>When getting the word out, remember to reassure your audiences that you have put all the relevant local health measures in place and that their health and safety is paramount to you.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>References:</strong></p>



<p><a href="https://restolabs.com/blog/online-mobile-ordering/restaurant-guide-5-tips-help-you-transition-better-delivery-and-takeaway">[1] Resto Labs. 5 Tips to Help You Transition Better for Delivery and Takeaway</a></p>



<p><a href="https://tacitcorporation.com/online-food-ordering-statistics/">[2] Tactic. 20 Online Food Ordering Statistics</a></p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-2-400-marketing-roi">+£2,400 marketing ROI</h3>



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<p>Growing their mailing list with automated data capture.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-95-marketing-opt-in-rate">95% marketing opt-in rate</h3>



<p>A compliant and engaged customer mailing list to support marketing campaigns.</p>
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<p>The Coal Exchange Hotel is located in the Cardiff Bay, featuring 85 luxurious bedrooms and the on-site Culley’s Kitchen &amp; Bar. The hotel is rich in history and is also a popular venue for events, such as weddings.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-challenge">The Challenge</h2>



<p>A common challenge for hotels is to get access to guest data. Most of the time the&nbsp;<strong>data is withheld by Online Travel Agencies</strong>&nbsp;and hotels are not able to stay in touch with customers after their stay.</p>



<p>Until recently, The Coal Exchange was part of a hotel chain that wasn’t much invested in driving repeat customers. However, this changed when they became a stand-alone company.</p>



<p>The Coal Exchange wanted to market to their guests directly and turn them into loyal customers moving forward. For this, they were looking for a smart tool that allows them to&nbsp;<strong>capture and have control over their own guest data</strong>.</p>
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<figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p><strong><em>“It’s one of the easiest systems I’ve ever used. I would recommend it to anybody who needs to get started with marketing.”</em></strong></p></blockquote></figure>



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<p>“Stampede has helped us increase our returning guests and also our revenue. We’ve seen an increase of over 50% with guests coming back in.”</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-solution">The Solution</h2>



<p>Before signing up with Stampede, Ieuan Davies, Marketing Manager of The Coal Exchange spent some time comparing different companies that offer a data capture platform. He ultimately chose Stampede as it&nbsp;<em>“fits our ethos more than any other company and the whole process from introduction to set up was seamless.”&nbsp;</em></p>



<p>Within 7 months, they grew their&nbsp;<strong>mailing list to over 8,200 customers</strong>&nbsp;by asking guests for their contact details when signing up for their WiFi. Ieuan says:&nbsp;<em>“It’s a quick and easy way, exactly what we’ve needed.”</em><br><br>From an administrative point of view, Ieuan can now manage all data coming from their various outlets in one single platform. As he acknowledges:&nbsp;<strong><em>“Stampede has saved me time and effort trying to put it all in one place.”</em></strong></p>
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<p>The&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://stampede.ai/how-it-works/marketing/">Stampede Marketing</a>&nbsp;</strong>platform makes it easy for Ieuan to segment the data to directly market to guests with personalised offers, such as their popular ‘kids eat free’ deal. So far, The Coal Exchange was able to generate over&nbsp;<strong>£2,400 in return visits&nbsp;</strong>from their email campaigns.&nbsp;</p>



<p>To track when customers redeem their offers, Ieuan attaches&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://stampede.ai/blog/new-stampede-marketing-feature-unique-voucher-codes/">unique voucher codes</a></strong>&nbsp;to the emails. These one-time-only codes&nbsp;<em>“are also a clever tool to stop people from sending the offers to friends.</em>”, he adds.</p>



<p>In addition, Ieuan has also set up an&nbsp;<strong>automated birthday email campaign</strong>&nbsp;offering customers 10% off their next stay. Another simple way they are increasing customer loyalty without any manual effort.&nbsp;</p>



<p>To further drive direct bookings, The Coal Exchange also uses&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://stampede.ai/how-it-works/loyalty/">Stampede digital stamp cards</a></strong>. Over 450 customers have already signed up for their ‘Fab Five Rewards’ loyalty program, which rewards customers with a free stay upon the 6th direct booking.</p>



<p>Ieuan is also a big fan of the Stampede reporting suite. As he explains: “<em>Some reports from other platforms just give you the very basic information,</em>&nbsp;<em>with Stampede you can go into more depth.</em>&nbsp;<em>For us, this is probably one of the most valuable assets.”&nbsp;</em></p>



<p>The reports provide him with&nbsp;<strong>detailed performance results</strong>, which he can report back to the individual departments and take action if necessary.</p>



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The Coal Exchange Hotel