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Leisure/golf

Five Upgrades your golf club needs to prepare for a great season

With spring just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about preparing your golf club for ...

February 27th, 2024

Hospitality/lodging

Lodging operators: Increase savings on Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment

The right GPO can help you with all of your FF&E purchasing decisions. While Entegra may be the ...

February 26th, 2024

Leisure/golf

4 ways a GPO can elevate your golf club operations

As a golf club General Manager, you wear many hats. From managing staff and maintaining the ...

February 22nd, 2024

Seniors

Enhancing the Experience for Dementia Residents with our Training Solutions

At Entegra, we understand the critical role that frontline staff play in shaping the dining ...

February 16th, 2024

Quick tips

2024 F&B trends you need to know

Fusion cuisines. Dietary preferences. Non-alcoholic cocktails. Understanding consumer behavior ...

February 16th, 2024

Hospitality/lodging

GPO Report: Providing solutions beyond procurement

The right GPO (Group Purchasing Organization) can help lodging operators meet consumer demand. A ...

February 9th, 2024

Seniors

Five ways Entegra can enhance efficiency in your senior living community

Increasing healthcare industry complexities and growing resident needs mandate a need for ...

February 9th, 2024

Need advice on how to begin with a GPO?

When Tom Schmidt, Co-owner of the growing St. Louis, Mo. , restaurant chain Salt + Smoke found ...

February 6th, 2024

Get to know us

Food as generational rebellion: Gen Z’s influence on 2024 culinary trends

Q&A with Chefs John Csukor and Lynn Hay Where Baby Boomers rebelled through ...

February 4th, 2024

Leisure/golf

Hole-in-one savings: Five ways a GPO like Entegra can help your golf course

A Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) like Entegra is your secret weapon for driving down costs and ...

February 2nd, 2024

On the menu

Savvy menus: Choosing trending ingredients for healthy profit margins

How do you know which flavors and ingredients are right for your menu? This is a key question that ...

January 30th, 2024

Industry Trends

Succeed in 2024: Four Top Trends for Hospitality-Driven Businesses

What trends will drive customer decisions — and satisfaction — in 2024? In our timely 20+ page ...

January 12th, 2024

Industry Trends

5 Ways to Tackle the Lodging Labor Crisis

Labor may be a permanent problem for lodging operators. Fortunately, there are a host of ...

January 5th, 2024

Industry Trends

What to watch: The pricing forecast for dairy, wheat, beef and more

Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to understanding commodity pricing and how it impacts ...

January 3rd, 2024

Industry Trends

SUCCEED in 2024 -- Top trends for hospitality-driven businesses

Discover the latest trends for engaging today’s customers — and boosting your bottom line. ...

January 2nd, 2024

Industry Trends

Q&A with Entegra Global CEO Damien Calderini

The price you pay: Commodity pricing and GPO cost-saving strategies Damien ...

January 2nd, 2024

Quick tips

Inflation, commodity pricing and GPO savings

Make smart purchasing decisions with the Entegra Cost Outlook Knowledge is power, especially when ...

December 14th, 2023

Industry Trends

GPO Hot Topic: Manage soaring beef prices with the help of Entegra

Beef prices continue to rise as cattle inventory continues to decrease. The Entegra Cost Outlook ...

December 14th, 2023

Quick tips

Labor challenges and solutions: preparing for the busy season

Most hospitality operators have been there. Weddings, holidays or big local events strain your ...

December 4th, 2023

The future of dining: Prioritize exceptional experiences in 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of the restaurant industry, staying ahead of the curve is essential ...

December 4th, 2023

Get to know us

Fuel your growth beyond purchasing with a GPO

Q&A with SVP of Global Marketing Richard Mingorance Richard Mingorance, SVP ...

December 1st, 2023

Culinary/Recipe Trends

Entegra's Culinary Showcase: The Future of Food

Entegra's Culinary Showcase is an event that highlights the latest trends in foodservice. This ...

November 30th, 2023

Zero proof. Maximum profit.

The market for nonalcoholic beverages and what food service operators need to know How do you know ...

November 29th, 2023

Hospitality/lodging

Making hospitality inclusive: easier than you think

Hospitality is more than just serving food; it’s about creating an atmosphere where everyone feels ...

November 28th, 2023

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Quick tips

Is your hospitality business Taylor Swift-Ready?

In countless cities, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour has been a record-breaking revenue phenomenon. The ...

November 17th, 2023

Quick tips

The impact of wage increases on the hospitality industry

While wage increases give workers many positive benefits, operator and owner margins are getting ...

November 7th, 2023

Get to know us

Working toward a more sustainable supply chain

Q&A with Paul McArdle, Global Chief Operating Officer How do you ensure that you’re buying from ...

November 7th, 2023

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Hospitality/lodging

Insights from the Lodging Conference

Several Entegra team members attended the annual Lodging Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. In two ...

October 19th, 2023

Quick tips

Tackle Rising Energy Costs Head-On

Managing energy consumption spurs long-term success and sustainability for any operation. ...

October 16th, 2023

Quick tips

3 ways sustainability reporting drives hospitality industry success

As a founding member of HARP (Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement), Entegra is ...

October 11th, 2023