The Influence of AI in Sustainable Retail Operations

Artificial intelligence is helping retailers strengthen sustainable operations through smarter decision making. This blog explores how AI improves demand…

5 small kiosk trends worth watching

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Artificial intelligence may dominate the conversation around self-service, but many of the technologies quietly reshaping kiosk deployments have nothing to do…

The touchscreen isn't going away. It's getting company

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

As AI, voice interfaces, biometrics, QR codes and mobile technologies reshape self-service, some have questioned whether the touchscreen is becoming obsolete.

Sacoa powers Win Park's transformation into family entertainment destination

June 18, 2026

Win Park, a seasonal arcade in Malgrat de Mar, Spain, has expanded into a full-scale family entertainment venue with the deployment of the Sacoa Cashless…

Why airports remain a hotbed for kiosk innovation

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Few environments are better suited to self-service technology than airports. The need to serve large numbers of people quickly and efficiently has made…

Case Study: How Fast4shop reshapes the pharmacy visit

Behind the scenes, Fast4shop delivers real-time, unit-level inventory and expiry-date visibility, helping pharmacies protect margins and keep essential…

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Let's Talk Retail Episode 7: How a Mobile First Strategy Enhances the Retail Journey

In this exciting episode of Let's Talk Retail, Executive Account Manager Eric Williams is joined by Mohan Itwaru Senior Director of Direct to Consumer…

AI That Knows Your Order: Behind the Tech in Everyday Stops

AI is transforming convenience retail by predicting customer preferences and streamlining every interaction. This blog explores how intelligent systems…

How next-generation kiosks are transforming the airport experience

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

In a recent webinar, Zebra Technologies and imageHOLDERS highlighted how airports are adopting one-step check-in, accessibility-first design and portable…

Award-Winning Design for Modern Travel: Redefine the Airport Experience With Biometric eGates

HID and ASSA ABLOY’s BG100 Airport Speedgate — combining HID® Facepod™ and document reader with ASSA ABLOY’s speedgate — is redefining the airport experience.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare debuts Amazon Just Walk Out Cafe

August 27, 2025

Roper St. Francis Healthcare has launched a cafe and gift shop at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina, that uses Amazon's "Just Walk…

Scroll, Grab, and Go: The Future of Digitally Led Convenience

Discover how digital-first strategies are transforming convenience into a smarter, more seamless experience that fits effortlessly into customers’ daily lives.

Loyalty Programs: How to Create Emotional Connections with Customers

Learn how modern loyalty programs are evolving to foster deeper customer relationships through personalization, seamless experiences, and value-driven…

Revealed: 10 Secrets Behind High-Performing Facial Recognition Systems for Self-Service Kiosks

Discover what sets advanced facial recognition technology apart and how to select the ideal system for security, speed and performance across the unattended…

Facial Recognition in Self-Service: Unlocking Its Full Potential

While facial recognition offers numerous benefits, challenges such as environmental factors, matching biases and fraud must be addressed to ensure its…

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Expanding the kiosk footprint: Byte's solutions unlock new verticals in unattended retail

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Byte Technology's versatile smart kiosk technology is driving the growth of unattended retail in non-traditional sectors like healthcare and education.

First vending machine-only convenience store opens in Ireland

February 14, 2025

A 24-hour convenience store, E-Kiosk, has opened in New Ross, Co Wexford, Ireland, claiming to be the first of its kind in the country, according to an RTE…

Unleashed and on tap: Crate Escapes redefines dog parks with self-serve beer wall

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Westfield's Crate Escapes dog park offers a novel twist on canine socializing with a self-serve beer wall.

Amazon expands Whole Foods CEO's role to oversee grocery stores

January 30, 2025

Amazon is expanding the role of Jason Buechel, CEO of Whole Foods Market, to oversee its Worldwide Grocery Stores business, including Amazon Go convenience…

Food pickup lockers help restaurant operators lower costs

As more restaurants depend on delivery and carryout services to remain profitable, balancing speed with security and efficiency is crucial. Food pickup lockers…