GLG News by Restaurant Consultants

Nearly very time you read an article about Starbucks, the media is always adding their nonfactual view on the overall health of the coffee giant. Just because competition comes to town, doesn't always mean they can survive the coffee giant's brand name. Closing down every coffee house to retrain every...

What and why would the consumer recognize the eagle label? How does American Living price points incorporate into their concept? Who would be their competitors with this new line of clothing?

The American consumer is always looking for a great breakfast offering especially something different. Can a company be successful offering "fresh" breakfast sandwich offerings and still maintain a speed of service? How will this impact major competitors like McDonalds and other QSR concepts that rule...

As consumer eating habits change, restaurants need to be prepared to change courses very quickly to survive. So called mini-burgers ( sliders ) seem to tell us that snack foods are more popular than ever. One stop shopping has elevated Walmart as the king of retail and I think grocery stores are looking...

With Shultz's return to the top, the direction seems to be straight ahead with returning to their roots. "FREEBIES" never hurt anyone and I like the new ideas of the company. New Espresso machines being added to the stores gives the impression of new confidence for this huge investment. Will more aroma...

Stores are not appealing to consumers. Apparel merchandise is boring and lacks a big name brand. Merchandising is lackluster and there are a lot of empty shelves especially in the hardlines section. Joining with KMart has not helped their brand name.

I agree totally with Jeff's assessment and it is right on target.  With Circuit City not knowing which direction to go in, it clearly puts Best Buy as the industry leader in consumer electronics. Walmart should gain market share as they fine tune their stores. Wholesalers will compete with...

Three new breakfast sandwiches coming soon to Panera Bakery Cafes. Will this make Panera more competitive in this expanding day part by different concepts? Is this the shot in the arm that Panera needs to possibly launch a new coffee expansion?

Their stores don't measure up to their competitiors as far as looks or staffing. They don't market their brand very well. They struggle with their brand merchandise both in the store and with most of their advertising.

Everyone is aware that the economy is not where we want it to be as far as consumer confidence is concerned. Most companies got too comfortable with the economy of the past. Most companies stayed the same while the country was changing around them