IBM Store Integration Framework links POS with kiosks, other wireless devices

September 6, 2004

Raleigh, NC -- Hudson's Bay Company (Hbc), Canada's largest department store retailer, is using IBM's Store Integration Framework as part of a new wireless…

Netyou, MEI remain teammates on WEBPhone project

September 4, 2004

WEST CHESTER, Pa. -- New York City payphone provider TCC Teleplex and public Internet kiosk deployer Netyou Computer Communication Corp. have selected cash…

TravelCenters upgrades RoadKing kiosks

September 4, 2004

WESTLAKE, OHIO -- TravelCenters of America (TA) has completed an upgrade of its RoadKing Club loyalty kiosk program, adding new features and the capability to…

Wincor Nixdorf acquires specialist in reverse-vending systems

September 4, 2004

PADERBORN, Germany -- Wincor Nixdorf is taking over the business and roughly 80 employees of Prokent AG, insolvent specialist in reverse vending machines.

HECON partner purchases German printer business

September 2, 2004

MANASQUAN, N.J. -- Officials at kiosk printer manufacturer HECON by HENGSTLER anticipate offering a greatly expanded product line after HECON partner Hengstler…

Patently wrong

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Although more years have passed than I care to admit since I took Introduction to Patent Law, I do remember the instructor explaining that a would-be patent…

Want better ROI?

September 2, 2004

The integration of technology into convenience stores continues at a fast pace, according to the NACS 2004 State of the Industry report. And self-service…

Get the edge when offering financial services

September 2, 2004

Americans are using prepaid services more than ever before. And C-store operators are cashing in by deploying kiosks solutions that offer prepaid services to…

Network photo kiosks to increase profit

September 2, 2004

Spurred by the use of digital photography, retail store photo kiosks are continuing their dominance. A report by Summit Research Associates Inc., shows…

Fill 'er up and add a six-inch

September 2, 2004

Retailers have found that customers are willing to help themselves when the benefits include less hassle, shorter lines, and faster service. It's one of the…

Simplify loyalty programs with technology

September 2, 2004

For operators of commercial fueling centers, customer loyalty is a constant challenge.

All-in-one units: More profit in less space?

September 2, 2004

C-stores are built around a model of providing a multitude of services in limited physical space. So are multi-use kiosks.

To deploy, or not to deploy

September 2, 2004

C-store operators understand the relationship between convenience and profit. By selling products such as fuel, tobacco, snack foods and beverages, C-stores…

Take steps to improve kiosk cash security

September 2, 2004

For years, one of the biggest challenges C-store operators faced was finding ways to stem employee-created loss and other shrinkage in the store.

Where do C-stores fit in the bill-payment puzzle?

September 2, 2004

According to the Online Banking Report, by 2010 more than 55 million U.S. households will use online banking and ePayments services.

Land Brandenburg Lotto GmbH relies on terminal solutions from Wincor Nixdorf

September 2, 2004

PADERBORN/BERLIN - Land Brandenburg Lotto GmbH has decided in favor of lottery terminals from Wincor Nixdorf. The company intends to replace the old terminals…

Best of Show Award-Kioskcom 2000

September 2, 2004

Moonrise Systems now Kiosk Logix

September 2, 2004

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Kiosk software publisher Moonrise Systems has changed its name to Kiosk Logix. The renaming reflects changes within the Wireless Logix…

Digital photo kiosks cruise into Carnival's '`Fun Ships'

September 2, 2004

MIAMI - Carnival Cruise Lines has introduced new self-service digital photo printing kiosks providing a convenient and cost-effective way for guests to…

You say you want a revolution?

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September 1, 2004

Planar's new DS15-an innovative, flat-panel-based marketing solution-has found its first customer and is setting out to alter in-store retailing, one shoe at a…