White Papers
Unidine conducts industry and market research to produce reports that help busy executives understand the latest trends in hospital dining, senior dining and business dining. Our latest white papers are listed below. Click on a title to download the document.
Senior communities are competing for health care and private pay dollars in an increasingly competitive marketplace. So in a marketplace where prospective residents have a choice, the quality and distinctive characteristics of the dining program may be the key differentiator that provides a competitive advantage. Read more....
In the Fall and Winter of 2010, Unidine conducted a survey of hospital executives that was designed to provide a snapshot of how hospital dining and guest services are used to facilitate patient-centered care. This white paper reports on the results of our research. Read more....
A variety of progressive strategies are being used to elevate the dining experience in senior communities and improve resident satisfaction scores. This white paper reports on the results of a survey of dining strategies in senior communities and suggests specific actions that can be taken to improve your odds of success as you strive to create a community of choice. Read more....
Urged on by health-conscious employers and administrators, the food service industry has not only acknowledged, but embraced its responsibility to provide Americans with healthier offerings in the workplace, hospital and school cafeterias where we eat every single day. Read more....
Currently, tray passing is still widely practiced, but decentralized dining models, and even more sophisticated community dining programs where residents can share a "family-style" meal with familiar companions are gaining ground. Read more....
Becoming more environmentally responsible in the way we build and maintain the places where we live and work - including our hospitals and long-term care communities - is critical if we hope to establish a new culture of sustainability. Read more....