Do loyalty programs actually increase revenue? This 2026 research analysis examines 15+ studies that prove loyalty programs boost repeat purchases by 30-60%, increase revenue by 12-25%, and deliver an average ROI of 4.8x.

For the independent restaurant owner, third-party delivery apps are a double-edged sword. On one hand, they provide a digital storefront and a fleet of drivers; on the other, they charge eye-watering commissions, often between 15% and 30%, that eat directly into your already thin margins.