Alternative measures of ROI

Alternative measures of ROI

In essence, the return on investment (ROI) measures the return that a new venture promises to generate, based on the investment made. Very often, investing in an F&B concept involves more than just channeling financial capital into the project, with other requirements likely to include the mobilization of countless resources due to the details involved in planning and execution. Manal Syriani, senior consultant at N4TC, takes us through four alternatives to the traditional model

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The Sandwich Business Structure

The Sandwich Business Structure

Everyone loves a good sandwich, from the mix of ingredients and sauces to the outer layers. Well made, a sandwich is both filling and fulfilling. However, have you also considered how a restaurant operation could resemble a sandwich in structure? Manal Syriani, senior consultant at N4TC, whets our appetite with more

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The family business: Relative values

The family business: Relative values

The family business is a common module for locally grown concepts in the hospitality industry. With successful family businesses expanding and evolving into established companies, we are witnessing the integration of their mentality into the corporate business structure. Manal Syriani, senior consultant at N4TC explains

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Hospitality loses a venerable veteran

Hospitality loses a venerable veteran

It is with deep sadness that we bid farewell to an icon of the hospitality scene and a member of the Hospitality Services family for decades. Raja Nasri died suddenly on 17 December 2017. The fruit of his labor changed the lives of all who knew him, whether they were...

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