What is the Future of Foodservice Distribution?

In June, Maines Paper and Food Service Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. At $3.5 billion in annual sales, the family-owned company represented the largest and most expansive privately held business based in the Binghamton, Delaware region. According to Forbes,...

How Will Restaurants Weather the Coronavirus? Suppliers?

A number of questions have bubbled to the surface over the past week as the events of the Coronavirus have unfolded. And by the time this is published, the questions will likely continue to mount.  The main concern is the longevity and vitality of independent...

The Impact of Coronavirus on the Foodservice Supply Chain

Over the past week, the Dow Jones has lost nearly $2 trillion in market capitalization due to fear of the Coronavirus. One of the chief concerns related to this virus is its departure from influenza, which will typically subside once winter has ended. However, refer...

Identifying and Managing Central Kitchens

By Julie Heseman, Principal, Foodservice IP Central kitchens have become a critical link in the foodservice supply and value chains. Convenience stores have considered prepared foods a priority, because of traffic and margin increases. Non-grocery retailers such as...