In this episode Kyle talks about trusting your broker when they say you need to act quickly! This market is fast and unforgiving, if you see a site, that checks even some of the boxes for your brand, you better move it, because it won't be there when you circle back around.

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Kyle breaks down why most restaurants don’t have a tech stack, instead they have a “subscription drawer.” He gives a simple filter for every tool you’re paying for: it must lower labor, increase throughput, prevent waste, or improve acquisition efficiency. If it doesn’t, it’s probably not helping your EBITDA it’s just adding friction, and expense.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding the Tech Stack in Restaurants

01:47 Evaluating Software Effectiveness

03:32 The Four Buckets of Tech Evaluation

06:02 Differentiation vs. Utility in Tech

08:10 Measuring Financial Leverage of Software

10:10 The Importance of Data Ownership

12:33 Streamlining Operations and Reducing Friction

14:38 Actionable Steps for Tech Optimization

📲 Let’s Connect

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In this weeks episode, Kyle sits down with Nicole Larson, National Manager of Retail Research at Colliers to discuss the future of retail and how it impacts site selection. Nicole highlights the expected consumer behavior changes, indicating a slight pullback in spending, while also stressing the importance of regularly monitoring sales trends.

Get in touch with Nicole

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/retailinrealtime/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/retailinrealtime/?hl=en

Reports Referenced In The Show

• Quick Hits | Food and Beverage Help Feed U.S. Retail Growth - Knowledge Leader - Commercial Real Estate Content Hub

• Retail Remains Stable as Holiday Season Nears | U.S. Retail Q3 2025 - Knowledge Leader - Commercial Real Estate Content Hub

• Where Data Meets Dinner: The $11,000 Battle for America's Grocery Dollar - Knowledge Leader - Commercial Real Estate Content Hub

• Global Retail: 2025 Trends & 2026 Outlook Report

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