Universal health care not all its cracked up to be Jul 2, 2009
Kevin Priestley wrote on Jun 30, 2009 10:41 PM:" Alright... You wanted sources, I gave them in an unbiased way. Did you even read the other articles? The World Heath Organization defines their rankings as a combination of 5 things: 1. Health Level (Life Expectancy), 2. Health Distribution (Percentage of Pop. with Health Care), 3. Responsiveness (Speed of Service, Privacy Protection, Choice of Doctor), 4. Responsiveness Distribution (Distribution of #4), 5. Financial Fairness (% of Household... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
New restaurant doing its part to help environment Jul 2, 2009
Accelerating drive-thru speed of service times through employee incentive programs to reduce demand on gasoline and emissions of our Guests. Serving on the Department of Energy s restaurant sub-committee for the continued development of energy efficiency in the restaurant industry. (Atmore Advance, AL)
New restaurant honors local "heroes" Jun 3, 2009
Delicious home cooking at fast food prices and speed of service is a key ingredient of their success. The restaurant is conveniently located right on Rt. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
AFC Reports Financial Results For First Quarter 2009 May 28, 2009
The Company remains focused on improving speed of service for its guests. By the end of June, all restaurants will be required to purchase headsets and timers - essential equipment in running good drive-thru restaurants. (PR Newswire)
Nokia apologises for hitches with new online store May 28, 2009
"We have added server capacity to improve the speed of service," he added. Flowers declined to comment whether Nokia had been unprepared for the heavy traffic on Ovi Store. (Yahoo! Asia News)
First Gulf Customer Service Survey Finds Retailers are Missing Sales Opportunities May 10, 2009
Shoppers found efficient speed of service to match the physical environment, 71% were served within three minutes. Mark Spicer, Operations Director, Grass Roots, commented, "With nearly one third of shoppers saying they would not return to or recommend the outlet, the implications in terms of lost sales opportunities are alarming, especially at this time when a massive increase in retail outlets has coincided with an economic downturn. Gulf retailers need to invest in understanding the current... (PR Newswire)
ETSU renews Aramark contract May 1, 2009
"One of students' biggest concerns was speed of service," explained Lisa Blackburn, senior district marketing manager of dining services. Next school year, each individual food station in the Atrium will be complete with a cash register so students can pay where they eat. (East Tennessean, TN)
What's 'broadband'? Billions in stimulus funds are at stake Apr 8, 2009
Big carriers such as AT&T argue that the presence of even one broadband provider is sufficient, regardless of the speed of service. Others, including the Communications Workers of America, disagree. (USA Today -- Tech)
AFC Reports Financial Results for Fiscal 2008 In-Line with Expectations and Provides Fiscal 2009 Guidance Mar 12, 2009
-- During 2009, Popeyes will place specific attention on improved speed of service for its guests. In 2009, the Company plans to complete the system-wide implementation of drive-thru headsets and timers, the essential equipment for speed of service ... During 2009, the Company will emphasize Popeyes superior food matched with greater QSR value and speed of service. (PR Newswire)
Full Story Feb 26, 2009
While waiting in a Winn Dixie checkout line on Nov. 21, 2007, Salesman voiced his displeasure with the speed of service as a then 17-year-old Xavier Hudson and the other accuser completed the purchase of a soda at the register. A verbal altercation between the three ensued, with Hudson asking the commissioner, "Do you want to take it outside?". (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Secret Menu one of many Charms at Jamba Juice Mar 19, 2008
"Mainly it's a speed of service issue," Lettich said, "It's faster to order off the menu, but Jamba Juice also always tries to upgrade to a better product and better quality, which is why some 'underground' items are just previous Jamba drinks.". Ashley Mortensen, the student manager at the BYU Jamba Juice, said that Jamba Juice caters to everyone. (The Daily Universe, UT)
No more $100s Mar 17, 2008
Bothered by Rude People wrote on Mar 16, 2008 9:00 AM:" I applaud this move by McDonald's, not only because of counterfeiting, but also because of speed of service. It creates a delay when people pay with a hundred dollar bill, because they often have to go get change from another part of the store while everyone else in line waits. Could someone please offer insight as to why people carry hundred dollar bills? Is there some legitimate reason, or are they trying to show off? Believe me, I'm not... (New Iberia, LA)
Net firms tested on customer care Mar 6, 2008
The UK's leading ten broadband providers were tested in six categories: quality and reliability, download time, clarity of billing and pricing, after sales support, value for money and speed of service activation. PlusNet topped the table with an average of 79% of users saying they were satisfied with their broadband service across all six categories. (BBC News -- Technology)
Tim Hortons Inc. Announces 2007 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results Feb 20, 2008
"In 2008, we will continue to focus on the things that have made us successful, including menu innovation, operational excellence and speed of service," House added ... The TimCard uses the same technology platform as the MasterCard payment system implemented earlier in 2007 and both initiatives are designed to provide customer convenience and increase speed of service. (Canada Newswire)
Price-gouging runs amok Jan 11, 2008
"In our industry we round to the nearest quarter for the speed of service. We don't deal with nickels or pennies or dimes.". The reason they do this, according to McDonald, is as a favor to the customer. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Infinera Selected by The Carphone Warehouse for Nationwide UK Network Dec 19, 2007
Infinera networks offer industry-leading speed of service delivery due to the digital architecture and the software intelligence in the Infinera IQ(tm) network operating system ... Forward-looking statements include statements regarding Infinera's expectations, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future, such as the benefits and capabilities of our products and the Digital Optical Network's architecture, including our ability to enable The Carphone Warehouse to deliver the capacity... (Primezone Releases)
The 24/7 personnel office Nov 20, 2007
Driving that growth is serendipity - the happy coincidence of technologies and demand for increased access and speed of service. Lower cost is also a factor. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Chinese buffets rate high for convenience and price Sep 7, 2007
"And speed of service. That's another thing people do like."There are other factors, too. Andy Wong says: "The main thing is there is more variety. If you order off the menu, you get just one or two items. With this, all you can eat, they can try anything out."You can also ask John Yang and Frank Liu why Chinese food, buffet-style, is a dining standard. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Audit finds purchasing problems at DOT Sep 5, 2007
Workers bought supplies from many companies for reasons ranging from speed of service to a desire to buy from underutilized businesses. In a written response to the auditor's office, DOT Secretary Lyndo Trippett said the transportation department would ensure that purchasing policies are followed in the future. (Triangle Business Journal)
ConsumerMan: IRS offer too good to be true Aug 28, 2007
Click the link embedded in the e-mail and youll wind up at a bogus website that asks you to rate the IRS on everything from courtesy and friendliness to speed of service and supply your contact information. Hit the submit button and youll land on a page that asks for your credit card information. (MSNBC -- Business)
Rolla Wendy’s tops in Mizzou Aug 4, 2007
Each Wendy s was judged on speed of service, cleanliness, temperature checks, customer courtesy, certifications completed and knowledge of crew. Those that were named in the top 14 had the highest marks. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
An Orchid Blooms in the Desert: Morongo Debuts Newest Restaurant With the Best of Asia's Tastes and Styles Jul 20, 2007
For ease, comfort and speed of service there is a noodle lounge where guests can grab a quick bite, sip cold sake and head back out to the casino and resort. In the center of the main dining room, the sushi bar provides a view of the surrounding action. (PR Newswire)
Coles can't get no satisfaction Jun 15, 2007
The study found Woolworths outperformed Coles in most categories, including overall customer satisfaction (51 per cent compared with 43 per cent), speed of service (54 per cent compared with 46 per cent) and staff friendliness at the checkout and service counters. But Coles had higher customer satisfaction with its product range (63 per cent compared with 56 per cent) and value for money (40 per cent versus 36 per cent). (Sydney Morning Herald)
Comcast's 150 Mbps Modem is Good for US Broadband May 10, 2007
Today @ PC World Comcast's 150 Mbps Modem is Good for U.S. Broadband. My Pages lets you save articles for quick access. (PC World)
Credit, debit or phone? Apr 13, 2007
"For the merchants, it's about speed of service. The reason McDonald's has incorporated it is because they figure they can increase profits by processing people through faster," he said. Retailers eventually will use a single terminal capable of taking a tap, swipe or signature, he said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
WOW student-employees quit because of delays in table service Mar 8, 2007
"The WOW staff is working hard to get fully up to speed in all aspects of the new WOW, and speed of service is expected to improve as the staff become more familiar with the operation and master the 'learning curve,'" said Haaga, managing director of Campus Support Services. Haaga said Tuesday that she had not heard about the group resignation, and she did not return several phone calls from The Hatchet Wednesday. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
UK broadband ISPs will 'pay for neglect' Mar 2, 2007
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Disgruntled broadband users likely to vote with their feet Mar 2, 2007
When asked about issues like user satisfaction, speed of service, billing clarity and value for money, the majority of respondents - in the survey of more than 5,000 people carried by and - signaled that they are not as happy as they used to be. The number of users who feel very or fairly dissatisfied by after sales support is on the up, going from a modest seven per cent in February 2006 to 18. (IT PRO)
McDonald's rate of complaints rises in 2006 Feb 27, 2007
Speed of service was the third-largest cause of negative comment, accounting for about 7% of those compiled. Titled "Loud And Clear, The Voice Of The Customer," the report indicates that McDonald's takes guest satisfaction seriously. (Crain's Chicago Business)
KFC recognizes local restaurant Feb 11, 2007
In order to earn ''Best of the Best'' designation, a restaurant must have overall operational excellence and the highest scores on a standard set of ''Customer Mania'' measurements called C.H.A.M.P.S. It evaluate each restaurant in six key areas of operation Cleanliness, Hospitality, Accuracy, Maintenance, Product Quality and Speed of Service. Read Comments. (Sioux City Journal)
Murg makhani a good choice at White Tiger Jan 18, 2007
So, speed of service is not White Tiger's problem. In fact, it's one thing it does right. (Washington Times, DC)