Competitive Advantage

Predictions vs reality: testing OakNorth’s outlook on hospitality

The hospitality trade is a hard one. It runs hot in summer, cold in winter, and never moves in straight…

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Pubs and bars gear up for Six Nations sales bump

After a challenging start to 2024 for pubs, bars and drinks suppliers, the Six Nations rugby tournament is set to…

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Why sustainability is key for attracting and retaining hospitality staff

It’s no secret that these are challenging times for our sector. Staff shortages, rising food costs and increasing energy bills…

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Compass Group revenues grow 15% in Q3

Foodservice company, Compass Group, has revealed that its performance was strong in the third quarter ended 30 June, with organic…

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Over a third of people spend more in sustainable venues

Over a third of pub and restaurant goers in the UK are prepared to spend more than usual in venues…

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Compass Group HY profits surpass £1bn

The Compass Group has announced that its profits have surpassed £1bn for the six months ended 31 March 2023. This…

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Scoffs Group appoints new CFO

The largest franchised partner with Costa Coffee, Scoffs Group UK, has recently announced the appointment of Jim Williamson as its…

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Rockfish sales hit £13m amid new post-Covid model

Rockfish, the nine-strong seafood restaurant group led by Mitch Tonks, has announced sales hit £13m during the year ended April…

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Searcys partners with SevenRooms and TheFork

Searcys has announced a new partnership with TheFork and SevenRooms. It revealed that integrating TheFork, an online reservations platform and…

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Why employee experience is key in gaining a competitive advantage in hospitality

Did you know that employee turnover in the hospitality industry is 15% higher than the national average? When it costs…

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