Canada's approach to disabled access

Instead of relying on federally mandated access rules, as is done in the U.S., Canada has its own way of dealing with access at kiosks and ATMs.

Selecting an operating system for kiosks

KIOSKmarketplace asked computer expert Debra Littlejohn Shinder for an overview of the different operating systems available for kiosk systems.

Why use kiosk development software?

For creating a kiosk system, kiosk-based application development software has some advantages worth considering.

Kiosk biometrics: All in favor say eye

The growth of e-commerce at kiosks has created a desire for better methods of security and user authentication. The result: biometrics.

Kiosks, convenience, and the UK

British convenience store chains are finding kiosks a valuable tool for offering retail goods and online functionality. The main question is how far the…

Londoners finding kiosks a big i-plus

Cityspace Ltd. is taking kiosks to the streets as a way to help London citizens interact with their local governments.

DSL: Is it up to speed?

Although DSL is cheap and fast, it can also be a problem for kiosk systems that rely on it.

Germany: Buying insurance directly via kiosks

by Eckhard Reimann — Owner, ERCM

In his latest column from Germany, Eckhard Reimann explains how insurance companies are using kiosks to answer customer questions and provide policies

A touch of Europe

Despite a gloomy economic outlook, the European kiosk market is active, if not thriving. Government projects have helped fuel the industry. 

Who's Who: Steve Bellinghausen

Steve Bellinghausen learned about retail working the register at his dad's small grocery in Yakima, Wash. Now, that understanding helps him sell Compaq's…

Colleges learning to use kiosks

From the student union to remote campus locations, kiosks offer students and faculty an education.

Airlines evaluating kiosk strategies

Most airlines are taking a close look at their kiosk systems now that the United States government has tightened security at airports.

NetWorld Alliance says ""Hello World""

The owner of KIOSKmarketplace means business when it comes to global coverage, as evidenced by its recent hiring of a full-time representative in Europe.

Giving so others can give

English hospital developed a kiosk for a successful fund-raising drive thanks to the generosity of celebrities and kiosk-related companies

Is Kiosk advertising a Catch-22?

Industry experts are steering away from the bigger-is-better approach in developing advertising revenue streams for kiosks.

Who's Who: Alex Richardson

After nearly two decades in the kiosk industry, Alex Richardson's drive for success is still strong as president and chief executive officer of software…

Entertaining, practical kiosk designs

Kiosk enclosure manufacturers are finding that customers seek kiosk designs that are entertaining, yet functional.

InnoVentry is out of business

InnoVentry, a company that offered check cashing at about 1,000 kiosks, became the latest victim of a sour economy on Sept. 21. The company was forced to…

The drive to customize

LCD screens and smaller computer components are presenting kiosk manufacturers more opportunities to create distinctive enclosure designs.

Take a licking, keep on clicking

Kiosks can be designed for outdoor and high-traffic use, but manufacturers stress that careful thought must be given to the effects of weather and human nature…