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Your “Storefront” & why Drive-Thru Signage Matters More Than Ever

February 24, 2026 By Origin Display Group

More and more customers are going through the drive-thru. While it varies on the concept, the number continues to rise to 70+% of the revenue stream. However, owners and operators continue to focus on the indoor experience, quality of product and technology for an overall efficient speed-of-service, they often overlook an important aspect of the overall operation; high impact drive-thru signage.

In many cases, these menu boards are no longer static, they are dynamic marketing tools.

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Drive-thru Headset Clarity & Voice Recognition, Lets Dig In!

February 17, 2026 By Origin Display Group

Restaurants and customers both rely on the efficiency of a drive-thru lane. Though for different reasons, they are both looking for the orders to come in, the orders to be prepared, the money to be exchanged and the food handed out in the shortest amount of time possible. At each one of these checkpoints there are several factors that play into the overall speed. However, an often-overlooked reason that can have a major impact on this process is the audio quality. Clear communication is imperative and we’ll look at some of the science behind it along with voice recognition and the obstacles that remain in that area.

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4 Drive-Thru Trends to Keep an Eye on

February 2, 2026 By Origin Display Group
4 Drive-Thru Trends to Keep an Eye on | Origin Displays

While there are still times, places and budgets that warrant an old school squawk box and inexpensive sign, most quick service restaurants (QSRs) continue down a path of tech and efficiency. Innovation is lending its hand to enhance the speed and accuracy of drive-thru operations. Today, we’ll look at four trends that are becoming more […]

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Determining Your Headset System Effectiveness. 3 Signs it’s Time to Make a Change

January 27, 2026 By Origin Display Group
Determining Your Headset System Effectiveness. 3 Signs it’s Time to Make a Change

Headset systems are often found in environments where speed and accuracy are essential. Call centers, medical offices and, of course, restaurants rely on these systems to communicate effectively with the people on the other end. While this equipment plays a vital role, many businesses continue to use poor performing, outdated equipment that negatively impacts their […]

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Is Your Drive-thru Losing Customers? We Can Help!

January 13, 2026 By Origin Display Group
Is Your Drive-thru Losing Customers? We Can Help!

As we’ve stated many times in the past, the emphasis around drive-thrus is that of speed and convenience. What can quickly turn this objective on its head is poorly designed and arranged drive-thru graphics which make it confusing for customers. A poorly lit sign can also decrease the accuracy and turnaround time. All of this […]

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5 Digital Signage Trends for Restaurants to Look for in 2026!

December 11, 2025 By Origin Display Group
5 Digital Signage Trends for Restaurants to Look for in 2026!

Digital signage continues to evolve quickly allowing for way more than the “wow factor” of flashy images on your screens. Staying ahead of this trajectory can give you a competitive advantage as you look to separate yourself from your competition. Let’s look at 5 trends to be on the lookout for.

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Put Your Money into the Drive-thru

November 27, 2025 By Origin Display Group
Put Your Money into the Drive-thru

Drive-thru traffic has gone from 40% to 60% and now in many cases 80% in terms of where QSR revenue is getting generated. Yet, as quick service restaurants continue to be built, most are not changing any of their investment decisions during the buildout. They continue to spend more on the indoor setup and décor […]

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Drive-thru Headset Clarity is Critical to Maximize Your Bottomline

November 17, 2025 By Origin Display Group
Drive-thru Headset Clarity is Critical to Maximize Your Bottomline

Quick Service Restaurants put an emphasis on the work “quick,” especially as it pertains to their drive-thru lane. One of the most important ingredients to accomplish speedy service is the headset system. With constant drive-thru traffic, the bustle and noise of a busy kitchen, and customer interactions, any underperforming headset system can lead to dollars […]

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The Impact of a Slow Drive-thru

November 7, 2025 By Origin Display Group
The Impact of a Slow Drive-thru

Speed, efficiency and accuracy are the names of everyone’s drive-thru game at Quick Service Restaurants. Failing to deliver on these can prove catastrophic to your business. Having a drive-thru operation alone, you imply that you offer convenience for your customers. And while accuracy is important, nothing will frustrate customers more than longer than expected waiting […]

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5 Keys for a Successful Drive-thru Setup

November 3, 2025 By Origin Display Group
5 Keys for a Successful Drive-thru Setup

Whether you’re opening a location, retro-fitting an existing one or taking over a pre-existing spot, there can be a decent amount of red tape to navigate with your township, inspectors, landlord, etc. when it comes to opening your drive-thru lane. We are not here to talk about that today. Alternatively, we’ll address five key areas […]

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