Articles written by David Rigbye

David Rigbye
David Rigbye Managing Director at Operandio
David helps franchise and multi-unit businesses run every site the way it should be run, with consistent training, compliance and frontline execution across the whole network.
Natasha’s Law & Food Labelling: The Complete Guide for UK Multi-Site Operators (2026)
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Natasha’s Law & Food Labelling: The Complete Guide for UK Multi-Site Operators (2026)
David Rigbye September 4, 2026

What Natasha's Law requires, what counts as PPDS, and where Owen's Law sits in 2026. A practical guide for UK multi-site food operators.

Top 7 Task Management Software for Franchise Restaurants [2026]
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Top 7 Task Management Software for Franchise Restaurants [2026]
David Rigbye August 22, 2026

Last updated: 21 August 2026 Restaurant task management software replaces paper checklists with digital tasks assigned to specific employees, tracked in real time, with photo...

Top 7 Profitable Food Franchise Segments + Examples (2026)
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Top 7 Profitable Food Franchise Segments + Examples (2026)
David Rigbye August 17, 2026

Finding the right food franchise involves understanding the different segments, importance of franchise profitability, and best practices.

7 Best Food Safety Compliance Software for FDA Audits (2026)
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7 Best Food Safety Compliance Software for FDA Audits (2026)
David Rigbye August 14, 2026

7 best food safety compliance software: 1. Operandio 2. Ideagen Safefood 360° 3. FoodLogiQ 4. GoAudits 5.SafetyCulture

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

Last updated: 17 September 2026 Jolt is a restaurant operations platform built around digital checklists, labor scheduling, temperature logging and food safety labeling, used widely...

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

Key Takeaways National Restaurant Association research found that 54% of restaurant operators had difficulty filling management and back-of-house roles. It also identifies the first 30...

Restaurant Employee Handbook: Benefits, Templates, & More
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Restaurant Employee Handbook: Benefits, Templates, & More
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)
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A Comprehensive Guide to Restaurant Automation System (2026)
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)
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12 Best Restaurant Apps for Owners to Improve Ops  (2026)
David Rigbye August 10, 2026

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