On Monday, President Obama’s proposed a bill increasing the overtime salary threshold. Approximately five million workers would be affected by the increase. The new plan, which Obama announced in a HuffingtonPost blog, will almost double the current threshold from $23,660 to $50,440. Thousands of restaurant employers and workers would be unfavorably affected. Higher cost of […]
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After a recently released report by the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs, Whole Foods Co-CEOs admit to overpricing packaged fruit. Inspectors previously stated it was the worse mislabeling they had seen in years. Whole Food had denied all allegations until John Mackey and Water Robb apologized over a video filmed in a prepacked
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In the fall, MasterCard will begin testing biometrics to secure online payments. Customers will be required to hold up their phone and take a picture when completing an online purchase. Various methods of identification will be tested. Director of innovative solutions for combating fraud, Ajay Bhalla, noted the ensuing generation “is into selfies,” assuring they
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As the exclusive POS provider of Froyoworld, Sintel Systems is proud to the opening of the new Froyoworld at Connecticut Science Center. Located at 250 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT 06103, a sweet treat should make your next visit to the science center extra enjoyable. Froyoworld at Connecticut Science Center officially opened June 25, 2015, make
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Create your own pizza concept, 800° Degrees is serving up a lot more than delicious pizzas. Opened in January 2012, the quick service concept has been serving nothing but the freshest ingredients. Dishing out Neapolitan style pizza, 800° Degrees has quickly become a fan favorite. The seven store chain, all of which are located in
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As part of McDonald’s Turnaround Plan, the traditional quick serve burger chain is expected to be closing a “minimal” amount of US Stores. For the first time in more than forty years McDonald’s is decreasing. According to an Associated Press review the last time the burger chain experienced more closures than opening within a year
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According to the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs, Whole Foods Grocers is mislabeling pre-packaged foods. Inspectors from consumer affairs say “this is the worst case of mislabeling they have seen in their careers.” Approximately 89% of packages violated federal rules, which sanctions how much a package could deviate from the actual weight. Inspectors
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Why is another reason POS Technical Support Needed? Here are some hints: 1. Dairy Queen – Backoffice malware attacks customer data at 395 stores. 2. P.F. Chang’s – Credit and debit card information had been compromised at 33 restaurants, dating back to October 2013. 3. Michaels Stores – About 3 million customer debit and credit
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Late last month Puerto Rica lawmakers approved a bill to increase sales tax. The approved bill will increase sales tax to 11.5 percent from the previous 7 percent, excluding certain processed foods. A new 4% tax will also be added on professional services. The unincorporated American territory has been facing steady downhill recession for approximately
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Modern day internet technology provides businesses with resources, which are often free like social media, to advertise and bolster revenue. The use of such outlets has helped and transformed the restaurant industry. With little resources, restaurants can expand their marketing budget and raise profits. The Huffingtonpost.com provides these four tips to maxamize the opportunities of
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