It’s an exciting time to join the kiosk industry – glad to be on board!

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The role of a trade media property is to serve as a forum for industry information and to harness this information to help industry members make productive…

Have a kiosk and space, too!

by Kisha Wilson — Marketing Manager, SlabbKiosks

While most modern kiosks are now more compact, smaller businesses may still not have the luxury of additional space to accommodate a basic freestanding kiosk…

4 Predictions for touchscreen software in 2017

by Casey Dubbs — Marketing Manager, Horizon Display

Touchscreens are everywhere, and the technology behind it is continuing to advance. From next-gen haptic touch technology to content delivery software…

Video walls in hospitality: A gateway into the future

by Tim Griffin — CTO, Userful

Hotel lobbies are high traffic areas where people gather and wait; a perfect place for video walls, a visually compelling solution that captures attention in…

City kiosk security failures have an easy solution

by Laura Miller — Director of Marketing, Kioware

The New York City Wi-Fi kiosks were recently shut down due to users who decided to use the devices for porn viewing. Other public devices have also been the…

What you should know before purchasing a bill pay kiosk

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

Businesses are turning to bill pay kiosks to enhance customer experience through self-service payment. While many businesses are eager to join the self-service…

Self-order kiosks make waves in restaurants

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

The quick service and fast casual restaurant formats may offer their customers different experiences, but both are starting to leverage self-order kiosks to…

Getting your kiosk up to speed with ADA specs

by Frank Olea

According to a U.S. Census Bureau 2002 survey, there are more than 51 million individuals with disabilities in the United States. With such a large number of…

Kiosk printers 101: How to ensure reliablility

by Kiosk Marketplace

Anyone who has dealt with printers knows they have a bad tendency of jamming, running out of ink and generally being a pain in the neck. Kiosk printers…

Does off-the-shelf kiosk software exist?

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

Custom kiosk software is well known, but what about an off-the-shelf application that can be easily integrated into your kiosk? Do off-the-shelf solutions even…

Pizza Pie bakes up ROI with loyalty kiosks

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Kiosks in the restaurant sphere are a big hit due to their ability to draw in customers. One pizza franchise saw firsthand how effective a kiosk campaign can…

Why choose retail kiosks?

by Frank Olea

Retail kiosks can offer benefits for both the customer and the merchant seeking to grow, providing everything from wayfinding and credit card applications to…

Loyalty kiosks reel in customers

by Frank Olea

Today, more businesses are turning to customer loyalty kiosks as the foundation of their loyalty programs because they not only facilitate signups, but also…

Custom kiosk apps build better ROI

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

The best customer experience is a customized experience. Thus, custom kiosk applications can help craft the ideal customer experience that delivers an…

Putting self-order kiosks on the menu

by Kiosk Marketplace

Since McDonald's rolled them out, restaurant kiosks have been all the rage. This makes sense considering that QSR kiosks improve customer service, attract…

Digital signage crafts ultimate Happy Meal for QSR

by Tegan Worrall — Creative & Marketing Manager, CV Media & Signage

Most customers choose the drive-thru when going to their local QSR. Thus, digital signage can help provide the ideal experience to craft the perfect Happy Meal.

Keeping an eye on your kiosk with remote software

Businesses are continuing to tap into the gold mine of kiosks. However, unmanned self-service devices can be difficult to maintain and protect. Remote…

The quest for kiosk software

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

Finding the right software is crucial for your kiosk or digital signage deployment. You need to consider user interface, component integration and security…

The role of kiosks and virtual currency in omnichannel services

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Some believe that kiosks are outdated and that virtual currency is used only by criminals. However, it's important to look at the bigger picture and see how…

Kiosks offer fundraising solutions

by Frank Olea

We hear plenty about kiosks for commercial applications like retail, healthcare and hospitality, but what about leveraging the benefits of kiosks for…