Multichannel Newswire Nov 9, 2009
is circulating a draft of a bill that would extend the Universal Service Fund to broadband and set a minimum speed of service to qualify for the subsidy. Bright House Networks has added the high-definition versions of CBS College Sports Network and ESPNU to its lineup in central Indiana. (Multichannel News)
Broadband Study: 'Open Access' Fosters Competition Oct 16, 2009
An FCC task force has said preliminary estimates indicate that investments in the range of $20 billion to $350 billion may be needed for wireless and landline infrastructure, depending on the speed of service. The range indicates the slowest speeds to premium fast speeds. (Newsmax)
Don’t make it mandatory Sep 25, 2009
anny wrote on Sep 24, 2009 11:48 PM:" round earther I have to admit, that was a nice try to smoke your way to the finishline, but it is still smoke and mirrors.The media and political community have made a big deal out of the fact that the U.S. ranks 37 out of 191 countries on the World Health Organizations Health Care Ranking System. Is this tool a credible way to compare quality health care delivered in the U.S. vs the rest of the world? Lets be perfectly clear about this, the United... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Survey: Bad service = no sale Sep 24, 2009
Store sales staff received the lowest customer ratings in the areas of speed of service, as well as for their concern as to whether the customer had purchased the best service plan or phone to meet their needs, while the highest ratings were awarded for courtesy and friendliness. The survey was of more than 4,000 consumers who use wireless phones or devices in the U.S., U.K. and Canada, and who had visited a service provider s retail store in the past six months. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
US regulator proposes 'free and open Internet' Sep 22, 2009
He said the FCC needed to play a role in ensuring "net neutrality" -- the principle that ISPs provide the same speed of service to all users of the Web, from the smallest website to the largest Internet portal. The new rules would prevent ISPs, for example, from blocking or slowing bandwidth-hogging Web traffic such as streaming video or other applications that put a strain on their networks or from charging different rates to users. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Labtests bosses to be given warning Sep 13, 2009
Snedden said there were indications the public could be at risk if problems about speed of service were not addressed, and it could face financial penalties if it didn't improve its service. "We are starting to feel very clearly that Labtests need to pick up their act," he told New Zealand's Sunday Star-Times. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Cornelsen gets a real kick out of Wallabies' return to running game Sep 11, 2009
Cornelsen spoke glowingly of halfback Genia, who, from his first touch of the ball, provided speed of service to the backs; the "phenomenal performance" of hooker Polota-Nau; the workrate of scavenging flanker Pocock; the power of Australia's scrum; the tackling of Berrick Barnes in midfield; the attacking mindset which allowed the Wallabies to dominate the Test. The width and speed of Australia's passing game left the Springboks so drained that they were walking to the set pieces even when... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
A bigger share of the pie Aug 24, 2009
While theres a slight increase amongst the franchisees who said they received support to operate profitably (from 18% to 25%), 10 Thousand Feet Krawitz head of intelligence Ian Krawitz says franchisees are asking for better accounting packages, help on budgeting and management, and assistance in improving indicators such as speed of service (governing how much you can sell) and customer satisfaction. One of the selling points of franchising is that its less likely to fail, appealing to... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
AFC Reports Financial Results for Second Quarter 2009; Announces Amendment to Credit Facility Aug 20, 2009
The Company is also rolling out training and tools to facilitate speed of service initiatives. 3. (PR Newswire)
Is a Turnaround Brewing for Starbucks? Jul 23, 2009
In the last six months, Schultz told analysts, the chain's measures of customer satisfaction have improved, including ratings of employee friendliness, beverage taste, and speed of service. Same-Store Sales Results Improve. (BusinessWeek)
Tim Hortons invades New York City Jul 14, 2009
"Coming to New York City is a significant milestone in our U.S. expansion and we intend to deliver on our lasting commitments to speed of service, fresh quality products and great value," said Don Schroeder, the president/CEO of Tim Hortons Inc., in a prepared statement. There are 2,930 Tim Hortons locations in Canada and 527 in the United States. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Tim Hortons and Cold Stone: Co-Branding Strategies Jul 11, 2009
Tim Hortons is largely a convenience play: The location of our stores, speed of service, and how we fit into someone's busy work day are customer priorities. Cold Stone is largely a destination play: Customers will travel there and usually at a time when they are less rushed. (BusinessWeek)
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)
