Whitepaper: Looking Forward to Our New Normal
IFMA's latest whitepaper Looking Forward to Our New Normal, published in conjunction with Kinetic12 Consulting, looks ahead at what we believe are long-term impacts of the Coronavirus pandemic on the U.S. Foodservice industry. Structured through three lenses; IFMA members (Manufacturers), Operators and Consumers to help prepare our companies, processes, portfolios and employees for the new post-crisis world. Read now.
24 Ways Operators Are Dealing with COVID-19
As more cities order restaurants and bars to close in response to COVID-19, and as more people either work from home or have been ordered to shelter in place, independents and chains alike are laying off employees and working on other means of providing meals to customers. See what steps operators are taking to deal with the growing crisis.
Whitepaper: Coronavirus Impact on The Foodservice Industry
The Foodservice Industry has been severely impacted by COVID-19. We want our members, operator partners, & the entire foodservice industry to know we are committed to providing you with the critical information you need to know to navigate these unprecedented times. In conjunction with Kinetic12 we surveyed the industry to understand their greatest concerns so the foodservice industry can better respond. Read now.
IFMA Introduces Operator Councils to Manufacturers
After years of championing the causes of the foodservice supplier community, the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, is going to bat for foodservice operators.  At the 2019 Presidents Conference in Scottsdale, Ariz., IFMA introduced five Operator Councils that, over the next several years, will work with suppliers to improve communication between operators and suppliers to enhance product development and...
Tackling Foodservice Operator Talent Issues
One of the toughest tasks facing foodservice operations such as colleges and hospitals is recruiting top-flight talent. Inroads have been made over the years, but these communities still are often second choices after restaurants and hotels among people choosing a career in foodservice.