Everything You Need for your Drive-Thru

Drive-Thru Flex

The Howard Company’s Drive-Thru Flex is a digital menu board that meets your requirements of reliability, weatherproof, easy to read in all light sources, and easy to maintain. Change your menu or message with an easy-to-use content management software. The Drive-Thru Flex allows you to interchange static displays and digital displays, resulting in a cost-effective approach for drive-thru menu boards.

Learn more about the following:

• How much does a digital drive-thru cost?
  
• Digital Drive-Thru Products
• Drive-Thru Flex Specifications
• Digital Drive-Thru Specifications
• Drive-Thru Hybrid Specifications
• Request a Digital Drive-Thru Quote

Drive-Thru Choice

The Drive-Thru Choice is an extremely versatile drive-thru system. It can be customized by choosing any size, color, and panel combination. The units are energy efficient and use LED lighting technology. By building the equipment to meet your specific needs, you will be sure to have the perfect drive-thru menu board.

As of right now, lead times are longer for the Drive-Thru Choice. Please ask us about all of our drive-thru menu board solutions.

Learn more about the following:

• How much does a static drive-thru cost?
  
• Drive-Thru Choice Products and Accessories
• Drive-Thru Choice Specifications
• Drive-Thru All-In-One Specifications
• Request a Drive-Thru Choice Quote

Movable Menu Board

The Movable Menu Board is The Howard Company's most recent outdoor menu board solution that can be used in a drive-thru lane and a curbside pickup area. Choose the number of panels that you would like, work side-by-side with our team on the content, and roll the menu board into place once it arrives!

Drive-Thru Accessories

From a wide variety of canopies and clearance bars, to brand boosters, order confirmation systems, speaker posts, directional signs, headset systems, and many other drive-thru essentials, these accessories will accommodate your menu boards and boost your sales.

Learn more about the following:

• How much do drive-thru accessories cost?
• Drive-Thru Accessories
• Drive-Thru Brand Booster Topper and Wing
• Speaker Post Specifications
• Directional Sign Specifications
• PAR Headset System Specifications
• Request a Drive-Thru Accessories Quote

Curbside Pickup Solutions

With online and mobile ordering process expanding business operations, The Howard Company wants to make sure you are ready to capture any customer's attention with curbside pickup, branding signage solutions. These products will help you organize your parking lot, ensure simple pickup procedures, reduce drive-thru traffic, and set your business up for success. Each curbside pickup solution is entirely customizable and has a lead time of 5 business days.

Learn more about the following:

• Outdoor Poster Frames
• Sidewalk Boards
• Window Clings
• Stall Parking Signs
• Directional Signs
• Request a Curbside Pickup Solutions Consultation

Installation Services

The Howard Company’s installation process has been honed due to many years of experience. From the initial site surveys to communication following the install to landscaping and site clean-up, our experts make sure your business has an inviting, and customer friendly drive-thru system. Communication is the key to success. With real-time data collection and management, you will always have access to your business’s installation process.

Learn more about the following:

• Drive-Thru Installation Timeline
• Project Management
• Field Data Collection and Management
• Request an Installation Quote

Insights From Our Experts

The Howard Company has been turning ideas into reality for over 70 years! Let our experts help guide you and your business towards success by informing you of the industry's best practices and innovative ways you can enhance your customer's experience.

Blogs and Resources:

• How Much Does A Drive-Thru Cost?
  

  Learn all about the costs of drive-thru menu boards, drive-thru accessories, and key questions to ask yourself while researching drive-thru solutions.

• Outdoor Display Technology Explained
  

  Outdoor digital signs are becoming very common. Technology and terminology on spec sheets can be daunting. Learn what you need to know.

• What Sign Companies Need to Know about Drive-Thrus
  

  A drive-thru is more than just a sign. Companies should partner with the nation's drive-thru experts at The Howard Company before bidding a drive-thru job.

• Drive-Thru Equipment Explained in Fewer Than 140 Characters
  

  Not sure what you need in your drive-thru? This handy glossary of common terms from the Drive-Thru Experts at The Howard Company should help!

• After Attending NRA, Have You Found a Digital Menu Board and Drive-Thru System Provider?
  

  NRA is the perfect time to consider turning your digital menu board ideas into reality. The Howard Company is the complete solutions provider for you!

• Scaling Your Drive-Thru
  

  Gary Kurtz talks about scaling your drive-thru and the importance of maintaining brand consistency across each location.

• Better Utilizing Outdoor Space with Exterior Signs
  

  Rod Clouser highlights exterior sign solutions and how each of them can enhance customer experiences for the drive-thru and curbside pickup.

• Drive-Thru Refresh Webinar
  

  Jean Jones, Gary Kurtz, Grant Gustke, and Rod Clouser discuss the advantages of a drive-thru and/or curbside pickup refresh during The Howard Company's 'Drive-Thru Refresh Webinar.'

• Drive-Thru Refresh
  

  Wondering if your location(s) may need a drive-thru and/or curbside pickup refresh? Jim Reeder talks about enhancing equipment and graphics.

• Assessing Drive-Thru and Curbside Pickup Performance
  

  Gary Kurtz explains the importance of assessing drive-thru and curbside pickup on a routine basis. The Howard Company is always here for you and your customers!

• Why Are So Many Brands Showcasing Future Drive-Thru Designs?
  

  Curious to know what the "drive-thru of the future" entails and how brands can enhance customers' outdoor experiences? Gary Kurtz provides an explanation.

• Digital Menu Board Math
  

  Watch a short video to find out how businesses can increase revenue in the drive-thru with digital menu boards.

• 6 Questions Restaurants Should Ask Before Adding Drive-Thrus
  

  Do not move ahead with a new drive-thru until you answer these questions. The drive-thru experts have helped hundreds of restaurants with their drive-thrus.

• What C-Stores Should Know When Looking to Add a Drive-Thru
  

  Convenience is in your name, so it is not surprising that you would be thinking about adding the convenience of a drive-thru.

• Drive-Thru Accessories You Should Not Do Without
  

  Standing out from the restaurant field often boils down to the smallest of details, not just about the food you offer, but also the customer experience.

• Anatomy of a Drive-Thru
  

  Visualize what you need in your drive-thru with this infographic, which describes each component.

• Drive-Thru Placement and Stacking
  

  Grant Gustke talks about drive-thru placement and explains the concept of stacking. Getting as many cars through the line quickly is essential to success, so proper design is critical.

• 35 Things You Can Do Now
  

  Find out how to enhance indoor and outdoor operations with The Howard Company's '35 Things You Can Do Now.' Jean Jones explains how to request the FREE guide!

• Barriers and Social Distancing Solutions
  

  Limit the spread of airborne diseases with barriers and social distancing solutions, including drive-thru window barriers. Doug Watson introduces The Howard Company's solutions.

• Drive-Thru 2020+
  

  Doug Watson talks about current and future enhancements surrounding the drive-thru.

• Curbside Pickup Solutions
  

  Promote curbside pickup with signage! Rod Clouser introduces The Howard Company's solutions.

• Drive-Thru and Branding Solutions For Convenience Stores
  

  Gary Kurtz talks about drive-thru and branding opportunities for convenience stores.

• Guide to Rebranding an Existing QSR Building
  

  Discover the best practices to follow when buying and rebranding an existing quick service restaurant building.