April 2002

Cover Story:

• Distribution Giants 2002
  With 9-11-01 and the recession (that maybe wasn't) now mercifully behind us, U.S. dealers are striving to capitalize on new efficiencies and more productive systems introduced last year to return to ongoing sales growth. In addition to profiling the key plans, changes and statistics provided by our Top 100 Distribution Giants, and presenting snap-shots of their recent financial performance in our annual rankings, we also interviewed four of the country's fastest-growing E&S dealers to bring you the reasons underlying their recent sales success.
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Feature:

• Facility Design Project Of The Year Restaurant Medure Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla.
  This upscale casual restaurant, located in posh Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., has been recognized by our panel of judges for its practical efficiency, thoughtful problem resolution and sleek architectural design within a relatively small space. With Restaurant Medure's chic open kitchen, E&S is on display to customers as they watch a creative staff prepare outstanding examples of contemporary cuisine.
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Editor's Perspective: Lose The Box

Consultant's Viewpoint: Reuse ... Recycle ... Requipt!

Parting Shot: The Meaning Of Customer Service

Operator's Opinion: Zoning For Efficiency

Chain Report: Diageo, Burger King Ready To Separate

Facility Design Project of the Month:

• French Quarter Buffet at Showboat Casino, Atlantic City, N.J.
  The French Quarter Buffet at Harrah's Showboat hotel and casino in Atlantic City, N.J., was designed to generate a "best in marketplace" reputation and become an attraction destination. This all-you-can-eat exhibition-dining extravaganza, which is attracting more than 4,000 customers each day, requires a rigorous use of both front- and back-of-the house E&S.
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DSR of the Month: Jack Farling, C&T Design & Equipment Co., Indianapolis

E&S Spotlight:

• Pizza Equipment Lends Pizzazz
  After burgers, pizza is the best selling food in the United States, according to Chicago-based Technomic. Along with this food's popularity comes fierce competition among operators, so it is important that they have the correct variety of equipment to produce their products.
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Web Exclusive: Dealing In A Soft Economy