Self-order technology helps fuel QSRs' growth

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Restaurant tech experts at Omnivore, Rosnet, Givex and Kallpod tell QSR leaders what to watch when it comes to technology investment.

Fujitsu adds thermal printer mechanisms with faster print speeds

April 4, 2019

Fujitsu Components America has released 2- and 3-inch thermal printer mechanisms with 20% faster print speeds than the previous models, extending its…

Thales completes acquisition of Gemalto

April 3, 2019

Thales has finalized its acquisition of Gemalto, creating a global enterprise in digital identity and security. The deal, worth 4.8 billion euros ($5.…

6 tips for boosting customer engagement at your kiosks

by Andrew Savala — CEO, KioskSimple

The purpose of a self-serve kiosk attract screen is to get the customer to interact with the kiosk, not to feed them a lot of information. Kiosk designers and…

Redyref Interactive Kiosks introduces its Prodigy kiosk

April 3, 2019

Redyref Interactive Kiosks has introduced its Prodigy kiosk to serve a range of uses, including a virtual receptionist, self-ordering and self-pay or as a bill…

Analytical Design Solutions releases KioWare for Android Version 3.18

April 3, 2019

Analytical Design Solutions Inc. has released a new version of KioWare for Android kiosk software, with features for customization, kiosk health and…

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Gemalto Enrollment Kiosk

Our highly flexible kiosk solutions can manage full enrollment and verification services to help to alleviate long lines and wait times.​​

Automated Border Control (ABC) Gates

Security and speed, cost-efficiency and convenience have long represented conflicting goals for border control authorities. Gemalto Automated Border Control…

Cbord taps Xenial for omnichannel campus dining experience

April 2, 2019

Cbord is teaming up with Xenial, a restaurant and food service management technology provider, to deploy self-serve kiosk solutions for a seamless order and…

Flash Order, Square partner on DIY self-order kiosk app

April 2, 2019

Digital ordering startup, Flash Order, and POS provider, Square, have collaborated on an app for do-it-yourself self-order kiosks.

Digital transformation: What does it really mean?

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

Digital transformation is an often misunderstood topic. It's not about the tech; it's about the people.

Badass Budtender kiosk aims to boost the customer experience

April 1, 2019

The Badass Budtender kiosk series, which can manage cash and card payments, scan IDs and features an image-based menu option, aims to boost the customer…

Chemesis acquires equity stake in cannabis dispensary firm

April 1, 2019

Chemesis International, a cannabis grower,manufacturer, distributor and retailer, is acquiring 19.9 percent of outstanding common stock of GSRX Industries.

As the housing market stays strong, real estate kiosks offer 24/7 sales assistance

Designed to take on a multitude of tasks — from initial information gathering, to checking in for an appointment, and browsing listings—real estate kiosks can…

UK city replaces pay phones with Wi-Fi kiosks

March 29, 2019

The city of Nottingham, U.K., has begun replacing pay phones with Wi-Fi kiosks called InLinks that offer free phone calls and mobile charging ports as part of…

Parking kiosk confuses users in New Hampshire; lawmakers want to replace it

March 29, 2019

Lawmakers in Keene, New Hampshire, are considering removing a parking kiosk after merchants complained that residents are having problems using it, costing…

Nayax to supply cashless payment systems to Reis & Irvy’s robotic frozen yogurt kiosks

March 28, 2019

Reis & Irvy's has selected Nayax Australia to provide its cashless payment system to the Reis & Irvy's robotic frozen yogurt kiosks, expanding on the…

Event technology provider Abcomrents acquires Rentfusion

March 28, 2019

Abcomrents, which provides event technology solutions for the rental industry, has acquired Rentfusion, which provides similar services, according to a press…

Thinking about self-order kiosks? What restaurants need to consider to succeed

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Since the self-order movement is still in its early stages, most restaurants have not yet invested in the technology. But those brands that may feel they are…