November 25, 2025 | QSR | Transformation | Technology | By Abigail Klianis The quick service restaurant (QSR) industry is in the midst of a rapid transformation. As consumer expectations evolve and technology accelerates, restaurants are being challenged, not only to keep up, but to rethink fundamental parts of their model. Insights from the 2025 Restaurant Finance & Development Conference (RFDC) highlight a clear theme: the brands winning today are those that simplify the g