KioskCom 2004 hits the jackpot in Vegas

One of my first assignments as the editor for KIOSKmarketplace.com was to attend KioskCom 2004. A relaxing trip to Las Vegas-how could I refuse? But KioskCom…

Young adults increasingly favor touchscreen technology

A majority of young adults are becoming increasingly reliant on touchscreen technologies according to the Elo TouchSystems' In Touch Survey.

Resource kiosks with a human touch

With a 17-kiosk rollout, scientific resources company Boston Scientific joins a growing list of companies turning to kiosks to assist their human resources…

Virtual art shopping takes off at Home Depot specialty stores

There is little more personal than selecting the artwork to adorn a house or office. Consumers can spend weeks, even months searching for the perfect print to…

Seen and heard at KioskCom 2004

The kiosk industry has so many initiatives under way that it was hard to experience everything during the three-day show. Here's more of what was seen and…

Retail Systems 2004: No big waves

by Angela Lawson — buyer, Kaba Ilco Corp

This year's Retail Systems show-Catch the Next Wave of Innovation-was more of a washout according to some of the show's vendors.

Two times a charm for KioskCom winner Apunix

Sylvia Berens is not at all shy about the category her company, Apunix Computer Services, won recently in Las Vegas -- most creative/innovative kiosk software…

Kiosks take HR to 'hire' level

Companies like shipping firm Southeastern Freight, which is now deploying kiosks in its service centers, are using self-service technology to hire…

KioskCom 2004: An overview of the kiosk and self-service marketplace

KioskCom 2004 provided attendees the opportunity to learn everything there is to know about self-service ROI. One such opportunity was a presentation on future…

Computer expert: E-voting systems flawed

WASHINGTON (AP)--Electronic voting systems are highly vulnerable and flawed according to an article on CNN.com.

A visitor's bureau welcomes new kiosks

The introduction of upgraded kiosks at Louisville International Airport offers passengers more choices for obtaining information, maps on activities in…

A new experience for KOA

For Kiosks.org Association, an exhibit at the world's largest retail show proved a worthwhile experiment. KOA leaders say the experience had its positives and…

Kiosks aid not-so-human resources

Employee self-service via kiosks is a great way for companies to ensure that all employees have access to important human-resources information.

Kiosk/ATM helps customers pay bills with 'Ease'

After installing a dozen bill payment kiosks in Chicago, an Illinois company called Pay-Ease wants to take its service nationwide by recruiting distributors…

ROI or die: KioskCom 2004 focuses on the bottom line, April 26-28

More than 2,500 vendors, exhibitors and participants will attend KioskCom 2004. The conference, "Achieving ROI in the World of Self-Service", meets at the…

Kiosk vendor on verge of breaking out

Carten Technologies Corp. has several deals on paper, and notable partnerships in the works. This could be a kiosk vendor to watch.

DVD-rental kiosks get ready for their close-up

Is it 'Blockbuster beware' as new machines start to fling flicks at the masses?

Multichannel software is the medium for a clearer message in retail, other sectors

Approach allows consistent voice to reach customers throughout their experience.

Planar Systems acquisition of AllBrite Tech complete

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With its acquisition of AllBrite Technologies Inc. complete, Planar Systems Inc. is expanding its reach in the international kiosk and ATM markets. The $24.…

Getting in good with government

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Cutting through bureaucracy can be rewarding for kiosk companies, provided they're not in a hurry.