This year's Restaurant Finance and Development Conference (RFDC) brought together leaders from across the industry; each focused on navigating growth in an environment that's still anything but simple. As a proud sponsor, Tablespoon had the opportunity to connect with operators who are pushing their brands forward while keeping a close eye on efficiency and profitability.
A few themes stood out in nearly every conversation:
Restaurant groups are still growing—strategically: Even with economic pressures, many groups are continuing to expand. But growth today requires sharper visibility, better planning, and tighter operational control.
Technology and automation are no longer "nice to have: Operators are actively seeking ways to build a smarter tech stack that provides real-time insights, streamlines reporting, and automates routine tasks. The goal is simple: make faster, data-backed decisions without adding more manual effort.
Doing more with less is the new standard: With labor challenges and cost pressures, restaurants are looking for solutions that help their teams accomplish more, and ultimately improve the bottom-line. Efficiency isn't just helpful; it's essential.
At Tablespoon, this is precisely where we thrive. Our restaurant-finance team helps restaurant operators leverage Sage Intacct and modern reporting tools to unlock clarity, automate processes, and scale with confidence.
We're grateful for the conversations, partnerships, and energy at RFDC, and we're already looking forward to next year. If you want to explore how your team can drive efficiency and real-time insights, we'd love to talk.
