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Top kiosk stories for October: food and convenience dominates reader interest

Kiosk industry members clearly recognize the need to stay on top of change while making sure they are well grounded in sound operating practices.

November 8, 2016 by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Trend-related topics dominated reader interest on Kiosk Marketplace for October, with the top three stories addressing industry trends. "How-to" topics were also top-of-mind for readers, as the fourth and fifth best read stories fell into this category. Kiosk industry members clearly recognize the need to stay on top of change while making sure they are well grounded in sound operating practices.

The growth of self-order kiosks in restaurants was the best-read topic for the second straight month in October, indicating the interest the emerging restaurant segment has grabbed in the kiosk industry. QSRs and fast casual restaurants continue to invest in self-order kiosks that provide time savings, fewer order errors and better use of labor.

The growth of micro markets, self-contained stores in heavily-trafficked locations that don’t require an on-site employee, was the second best read topic. Like self-order restaurant kiosks, micro markets are expanding rapidly because of the convenience they provide.

Here are the top five most-read stories for Kiosk Marketplace in October 2016. 

1. Self-order kiosks make waves in restaurants

QSRs and fast casual restaurants are increasingly enjoying the benefits of self-order kiosks because they can provide a lot of benefits for restaurants and customers.

Click here to learn about how kiosks are making waves in restaurants.

2. Micro markets versus traditional vending machines

Micro markets are "convenience stores at the office" that provide freshly prepared lunches, healthy snacks and drinks that employees can purchase. They are beginning to challenge traditional vending machines.

Click here to read why micro markets are replacing vending machines.

3. ATMs: Future trends for 2016

Experts in the ATM industry have a myriad of views about what to expect as acquisitions continue and innovations emerge.

Click here to read what the experts think.

4. What you should know before purchasing a bill pay kiosk

Bill pay kiosks offer customers a secure transactional solution and provide businesses with a new way to improve customer service. While many businesses are eager to join the self-service movement, there are factors to consider before investing in a self-service payment solution. 

Click here to read what an experts thinks.

5. 4 things to consider when starting a kiosk project

Consultant Ben Wheeler has four things to consider to make the kiosk manufacturing companies even take the time to quote you on a kiosk project.

Click here to read what Ben has to say on this topic.

About Elliot Maras

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Elliot Maras is the editor of Kiosk Marketplace and Vending Times. He brings three decades covering unattended retail and commercial foodservice.