Restaurants have been hiring scores of employees for the past few years, but the pace of hiring is slowing. The move reflects larger industry trends, such as declining same-store sales and traffic. Competition, automation and overbuilding are three cited factors for the headwinds. (Bloomberg)

Pie is a staple American dessert, and can represent comfort itself. In uncertain times, and with perhaps more consumers seeking out comfort, pie bars are springing up. It’s a niche that’s growing: The American Pie Council estimates total pie sales at about $1 billion annually. (The Salt/NPR)

If your business doesn’t have the budget or bandwidth to develop a slick, new app, there are still simple steps you can take to become more mobile friendly. Tips include making sure your website is responsive, using a low-cost app-building platform, and getting a mobile POS system. (Forbes)