Sandwich Business a Local Game, Says Technomic Study
CHICAGO -- Despite the prevalence of national sandwich chains, consumers love local favorites when it comes to the sandwich category, according to a new report from Technomic Information Services here that highlights key consumer preference trends in the category.
The trend toward varying regional sandwich preferences was one of a number of notable behavioral findings that Technomic unearthed, drawing on survey responses from more than 700 consumers.
"Although many chains have a national presence, the responses we received from consumers indicate that many are loyal to the regional favorites," said Eric Giandelone, Technomic's editorial manager. "Operators can benefit from knowing how the consumer decision-making process is influenced by not only the menu, but also the regional influences."
Another noteworthy finding from the study is that breakfast sandwich popularity is on the rise, indicating a new opportunity for operators to increase their menu items in that incrementally profitable daypart. A number of limited-service foodservice chains already offer breakfast menus, but the selection is fairly limited among those in the sandwich category.
Consumers are also increasingly seeking out higher quality ingredients in their sandwiches. Some chains have responded to this trend by incorporating more premium ingredients, and also by highlighting their new menu additions with descriptive names and other marketing tactics.
For more information, contact Technomic's Patrick Noone at 312-506-3852; or [email protected].
The trend toward varying regional sandwich preferences was one of a number of notable behavioral findings that Technomic unearthed, drawing on survey responses from more than 700 consumers.
"Although many chains have a national presence, the responses we received from consumers indicate that many are loyal to the regional favorites," said Eric Giandelone, Technomic's editorial manager. "Operators can benefit from knowing how the consumer decision-making process is influenced by not only the menu, but also the regional influences."
Another noteworthy finding from the study is that breakfast sandwich popularity is on the rise, indicating a new opportunity for operators to increase their menu items in that incrementally profitable daypart. A number of limited-service foodservice chains already offer breakfast menus, but the selection is fairly limited among those in the sandwich category.
Consumers are also increasingly seeking out higher quality ingredients in their sandwiches. Some chains have responded to this trend by incorporating more premium ingredients, and also by highlighting their new menu additions with descriptive names and other marketing tactics.
For more information, contact Technomic's Patrick Noone at 312-506-3852; or [email protected].