Do you notice that some customers are buying less? Do they always order the same thing, or do they struggle to introduce new features? Sometimes, what's blocking growth in a region isn't the market... but certain business habits that can be adjusted. Here are 5 common mistakes we see in the channel, and above all, [...]
Even before the first course arrives, the table is already communicating. Materials, dinnerware, lighting, and—above all—color create a first impression that helps the customer interpret the kind of experience they are about to have. A table set in natural tones can convey a sense of calm and approachability. Green hues can reinforce a concept rooted [...]
The search for sustainable disposable table linen has become a priority for restaurants, hotels, catering companies and other businesses in the HORECA sector. Establishments want to reduce their environmental impact, but they also need to maintain hygiene standards, control costs, streamline service and ensure an attractive table presentation. Against this backdrop, one question is becoming [...]
Recognition of an approach to internationalization based on innovation, close relationships, and building lasting partnerships Receiving an award is always a great source of satisfaction, but receiving one for a particular approach to internationalization has a special significance. MAPELOR has been awarded the 4th ARVET 2026 International Initiative Award, a recognition that highlights a business [...]
Competition in the HORECA channel is increasingly intense. Pressure on margins, consolidation of purchases, and the growing professionalization of establishments are forcing distributors and suppliers to reconsider a fundamental question: Why should a customer continue buying from me and not another supplier? The answer is rarely price. Businesses that achieve sustainable growth are those capable [...]
