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Energy savings with Entegra

At Entegra, we believe that energy management can be a strategic business investment, not just a ...

December 12, 2022

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A look at Entegra’s future with Richard Mingorance, SVP Global Marketing

How can Entegra benefit your business as we move into 2023? We recently asked Richard Mingorance, ...

November 10, 2022

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4 signs it’s time to switch GPOs (and how to know you’ve found your match)

Let’s face it. Sometimes you outgrow the relationship you’re in. When it’s ...

October 30, 2022

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Customized contracting for savings on exactly what you need

Entegra has over 1, 500 national, regional and local suppliers – but what happens on the rare ...

September 15, 2022

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Refresh your menu: Optimize plant-based products

A well-designed menu is one of the most crucial characteristics of a good restaurant. However, ...

August 24, 2022

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The value in choosing a GPO. Solutions for smart food operators.

Are you considering a GPO as part of your business' strategic growth plan? With operators ...

August 17, 2022

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Winning in inflationary times

Many hospitality businesses are feeling the squeeze of inflation right now, and it can be hard to ...

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7 reasons transparency, flexibility are key to a successful GPO partnership

Unexpected fees, pesky minimums and rigid supplier choices are less than ideal. When it comes to ...

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Touchless Foodservice

Ease customer apprehension by providing a touch-free dining experience. Boost consumer confidence ...

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Labor challenges and solutions: preparing for the busy season

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

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How a GPO Like Entegra Can Help Ski Resorts in Today’s Market

In today's competitive ski resort industry, managing costs and ensuring smooth operations are more ...

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Prepare your Business

Prepare for Tariffs and Rising Costs with Entegra. Prepare Your Canadian Business for Tariffs and ...

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Q & A with Michael Bruce

Optimizing Costs and Expanding Access: A Conversation with Entegra’s Michael Bruce In today’s ...

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Savings beyond food

Sure, many GPOs can help you save on food, but what about savings beyond food? Entegra is the ...

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3 Tips When Offering "Grab'n'Go" Solutions

Weeks into the COVID-19 pandemic, many establishments are relying on Grab'n'Go orders to keep ...

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Best Practices for Safe and Appetizing Takeout

Tips to minimize touchpoints, create a great customer experience and keep your carbon footprint in ...

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Visible Sanitation Practices

To safely open for business, protect your community, bring back customers and attract new ones ...

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Three Ideas to Make Sanitation and Safety Fun!

Make your changes appealing to potential customers You know that that it is important to enhance ...

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Make Flexibility Your Friend

Adapt your foodservice approach for an everchanging market Success in today’s restaurant world ...

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Breaking News: Supply Chain Impact From Omicron Variant

Due to the recent surge in COVID-19 activity, several of Entegra’s manufacturers are reporting ...

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GPO cost savings and mitigation strategies from the Cost Outlook webinar

Twice a year, GPO and business performance company Entegra publishes its Cost Outlook, a forward ...