With the cooler autumn weather turning into frigid winter, driving gets more precarious. Pizzerias offering delivery should meet their drivers to review safe delivery practices. The following are a few tips to help ensure that every delivery arrives safely.

• Know the route – Prompt delivery is achieved through careful planning. Encourage your drivers to review the route before heading out on deliveries. Even if using a navigation system or smart phone with turn-by-turn directions, look at the overall route ahead of time. Quick turns do not mix well with rain, snow or ice.

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It’s funny how we sometimes miss the little things that can make us a success.

With the arrival of the New Year, it is the perfect time to take stock of your restaurant and ask yourself, “What can I do to improve my business?”

We all know about spring cleaning, but what about a new year’s whitewash?   The old cliché that “you can’t see the forest for the trees” rings true for restaurant owners who are so close to their day-to-day business that obvious problems go unnoticed.  (more…)