Articles written by David Rigbye

Best Jolt alternatives for multi-unit restaurants (2026)
By David Rigbye August 13, 2026

Last updated: 11 August 2026 Jolt is a restaurant operations platform built around digital checklists,…

The Complete Restaurant Staff Training Guide for 2026
By David Rigbye August 12, 2026

Key Takeaways National Restaurant Association research found that 54% of restaurant operators had difficulty filling…

Restaurant Employee Handbook: Benefits, Templates, & More
By David Rigbye August 11, 2026

Get a 2026 restaurant employee handbook template plus key policies, guidelines, and best practices to create a clear and effective workplace manual.

A Comprehensive Guide to Restaurant Automation System (2026)
By David Rigbye August 10, 2026

Discover how a restaurant automation system cuts labor costs, reduces food waste, and streamlines operations. Explore types, costs, and tools.

12 Best Restaurant Apps for Owners to Improve Ops  (2026)
By David Rigbye August 10, 2026

12 best restaurant apps for owners: 1. Operandio 2. Square For Restaurants 3. 7shifts 4. MarginEdge 5. OpenTable

7 Best Restaurant Management Software For Franchises (2026)
By David Rigbye July 10, 2026

The 7 best restaurant management software: 1. Operandio 2. Toast 3. Restaurant365 4. SafetyCulture 5. Jolt 6. 7shifts 7. MarketMan. Compare features, pricing, and which tool fits your operation.

7 Best Audit Management Software For Compliance (2026)
By David Rigbye July 9, 2026

The 7 best audit management software: 1. Operandio 2. SafetyCulture 3. GoAudits 4. Xenia 5. Optro 6. MetricStream 7. ComplianceQuest. Compare features, pricing, and which tool fits your operation.

7 Best Safety Audit Software for Franchise Compliance (2026)
By David Rigbye July 8, 2026

Compare the 7 best safety audit software of 2026: 1. Operandio 2. EHS Insight 3. Lumiform 4. Zenput 5. Safesite. Find the perfect tool to protect your team today!

What is Franchise Operating System & Why You Should Use It
By David Rigbye July 8, 2026

A franchise operating system is a centralized platform that unifies and manages operations, audits, and compliance across multiple locations.