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All Pret A Manger articles – Page 4
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Analysis & InsightThe keys to loyalty scheme success
From the launches of PizzaExpress Club and Pret Perks to Wagamama’s more recent Soul Club, MCA writer Simon Brooke investigates what makes for a solid loyalty proposition, and why there’s scope for even more growth in this space
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Analysis & InsightThe rise and fall of Pret’s coffee subscription
From students to bankers, Pret loyalists to more fickle coffee drinkers, Pret’s innovative original coffee subscription offered real value for money. Now the end of the five drinks a day deal marks a significant downgrade to the offer
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Analysis & InsightPret A Manger: The decline of the ‘free’ coffee
Pret is not the only coffee shop to have watered down its loyalty scheme, but the reaction “plays into the hands of its competitors”, reports the BBC
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NewsPret ends five-coffees-a-day subscription deal
As part of major changes to its Club Pret loyalty offer, from September Pret will offer 50% off up to five barista made drinks a day for a monthly fee of £10
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NewsPret shelves plans to open in Israel
The chain had planned to open 40 stores by 2033 as part of a 10-year franchise deal, but has activated the force majeure clause in its deal with Tel Aviv-based Fox Group
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OpinionFor the love of loyalty
Tom Gatehouse of Egg Soliders examines the contrasting approaches to loyalty at Greggs and Pret - and asks whether the fast-moving world of web3, decentralization and virtual reality could inform the next generation of consumer apps
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NewsPret announces board changes
JAB partner Konrad Meyer has been appointed chairman, succeeding Olivier Goudet, while Pret co-founder Sinclair Beecham rejoins the business
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NewsNPD taps into global flavour trends
A flurry of seasonal menu refreshes see Subway lean on a growing trend for smokehouse concepts, Loungers inspired by Brixton’s finest Caribbean restaurants, while Pret introduces Thai-style salads and wraps
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NewsPret refunds subscribers unable to use app
Cubscribers to Club Pret, which allows customers to order up to five hot drinks a day for a monthly fee of £30, have experienced technical issues and were unable to claim their drinks
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NewsPret under pressure to offer all subscribers compensation
Consumer experts have said that the food to go chain could be breaking the law following technical issues with its app
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NewsClub Pret updates access to discounts
The coffee and sandwich chain said the change, which sees QR codes for free coffee and discounts available exclusively via the Pret App, would deliver a more complete digital experience for its members
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NewsPret: ‘We’re making sure we’re where our customers want us to be’
The chain has made “great progress” on its plan to double the size of the business, aided by its franchising approach, according to UK shops & franchise director Guy Meakin
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Event NewsWingstop, Joe & The Juice, Taco Bell and Krispy Kreme at the Food to Go Conference
MCA’s annual conference returns to the The Ham Yard Hotel London tomorrow (March 5), with sessions from leading operators including Pret, Leon, Ole & Steen and more
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NewsPret cuts prices of best-selling sandwiches
The food to go chain has knocked up to £1 off cost of six products including tuna baguette and cheese toastie, The Telegraph reports
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including Wagamama, Pret a Manger, Urban Greens, Cornish Bakery and more
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InterviewsPret: ‘Customers increasingly want to transact with us digitally’
Enhanced tech capabilities will support Pret’s ambitions as it looks to double the size of its business by 2026, according to CEO Pano Christou
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InterviewsHow Pret’s Rising Star rolls her sleeves up and leads by example
Pret’s Guy Meakin praises senior operations manager Inga Gruodis’ unwavering enthusiasm for her role
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NewsPret reveals first kids’ menu in drive to expand customer base
The food to go chain has launched its first full menu designed for kids aged four to 10 years old as it looks to broaden its offer for families
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NewsPret warehouse suppliers accept 6.6% pay rise
The GMB union have reached an agreement on a pay raise for warehouse and delivery staff employed by Best Foods under its Pret A Manger contract.
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Analysis & InsightFestive food-to-go menu innovation
Christmas menus from Pret, Starbucks, Leon, Greggs, KFC and Subway lean on simple, traditional seasonal dishes - levelled up with premium and indulgent ingredients