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There are many benefits to upgrading your bakery equipment including increased operational efficiency, reduced energy costs, more work space and a more consistent product.  New equipment can also improve employee morale and reduce turnover.  Is it time for you to upgrade your equipment?  Here we take a look at the most important pieces to consider replacing.

Small businesses are the driving force behind the American economy and as such it is of vital importance that consumers make an effort to support them.  While the convenience of shopping at a large box store or the predictable quality of a chain restaurant can be appealing, making the decision to buy locally not only benefits your local economy, it can provide a myriad of other benefits to your community.  Additionally, the items you purchase are often unique and the customer service you receive tends to be far superior to that of large chains. 

Simply selling from your storefront is no longer an effective way to run a successful bakery business.  Strategic partnerships can greatly increase brand awareness and help put your products in front of a larger audience.  They can also help you to overcome a poor location as your customers will have access to your products at several places.  Along with partnerships, selling packaged and gift items on an ecommerce site can take your business to another level.  Here we outline six ways to improve your bakery distribution.

Independent bakeries thrive because of their reputation, unique offerings and the freshness of their products.  Just like any other industry, bakeries need to constantly evaluate their business to identify areas of opportunity and determine how to grow.  Acquiring funding may be required in order to make necessary improvements and set yourself up for future success.  Here we take a look at five ways your bakery can use a business cash advance to grow and thrive.

Dietary trends have a tremendous impact on all aspects of the food industry and staying abreast of these trends allows you to capitalize on growing demand. Here we take a look at the top trends affecting the food industry and why their inclusion on your menu is important.