Self-serve kiosks: A QSR growth opportunity in challenging times

Self-serve kiosks offer QSRs an opportunity to tap the hidden potential of real estate, an opportunity that an infographic, created by Diebold Nixdorf Kiosk…

Infocrest Technology releases self-serve kiosk for retail

November 28, 2017

Infocrest Technology has introduced self-service ordering kiosks for retail applications, according to a press release.

Eatsa closing 5 units, selling tech platform to other brands

November 27, 2017

Eatsa announced last week that it's closing five of seven of its locations, saying on its website that because of its "eagerness to get the Eatsa experience in…

Prospective franchisor beta tests dual-screen POS station

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Ponko Chicken stays busy taking orders with its dual-facing touchscreen POS station as it prepares to establish a franchise operation.

Long John Silver's to install outdoor digital drive-thru platforms

November 16, 2017

Long John Silver's will install new digital drive-thru platforms at its restaurants, laying the groundwork for a fully automated drive-thru in the future…

NCR and Samsung introduce POS station

November 9, 2017

NCR, in collaboration with Samsung Electronics America, Inc., has launched NCR Silver Quantum, an all-in-one, point-of-sale commerce station featuring an…

KFC restaurant in China tests self-serve kiosks with facial recognition

November 6, 2017

Yum China Holdings is testing self-serve kiosks with facial recognition at a store called KPRO in Hangzhou, according to Fox News. Yum China Holdings spun off…

Agilysys releases enhancements to self-serve kiosk POS solution

October 26, 2017

Agilysys, a provider of hospitality software solutions and services, announced enhancements to rGuest Buy, the company's self-service kiosk POS solution that…

The electronic kiosk/tablet checklist: It’s all about the CRM

A checklist of features for self-serve kiosks and tablets should include a customer management platform that allows information managers to perform routine…

Self-serve kiosks help a startup introduce its menu: Part 2

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Léa French Street Food has found that introducing self-serve kiosks as part of a restaurant launch can deliver a high level of kiosk use.

Restaurant POS system certifies Epson wireless receipt printers

October 20, 2017

Lavu, a mobile POS restaurant management system provider, has certified Epson's Mobilink P80, Mobilink P20 and Mobilink P60II mobile wireless receipt printers…

Yatra offers portable charging station for restaurants

October 19, 2017

The UNiChARGE by Yatra offers a universal, portable charging station, providing a safe, convenient way for restaurant patrons to charge their cell phones…

Agilysys adds 'grab n go,' cafe features to self-service kiosk

October 17, 2017

Agilysys Inc., a provider of hospitality software solutions, announced enhancements to rGuest Buy, the company's self-service kiosk solution that extends…

Epson introduces KDS controllers to address changing hospitality needs

October 16, 2017

Epson America Inc., a supplier of point of sale solutions, has introduced its TM-L90 Plus-i LFC KDS Direct Connect and TM-L90 Plus-i LFC KDS Multi-Station KDS…

AI and virtual reality moving mainstream for hospitality operations

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Research from Oracle Corporation presented at the Global Gaming Expo quantifies rising consumer acceptance of new technology in hotels and restaurants.

Global Gaming Expo showcases convergence of entertainment, hospitality and foodservice

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Exhibits on the show floor included a large number loyalty redemption kiosks, cash management kiosks, card dispensing kiosks and kiosk software.

Dave & Buster's entertainment play: Interactive technology played a key role

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

In his keynote address at the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas, Dave & Buster's CEO noted the role interactive technology played in transitioning to a mixed…

Kiosks drive add-on orders for French street food startup

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The self-order kiosks enable customized orders, delivering higher tickets for this startup offering French street food.

Shake Shack to introduce cashless kiosks in New York City

October 2, 2017

Shake Shack will introduce its first-ever cashless kiosks at a new restaurant in New York City early this month, according to a press release. Located at 5…

Loyalty marketing firm acquires eTouchMenu

September 29, 2017

House Advantage, a customer loyalty marketing, strategy and technology provider, has acquired eTouchMenu, a provider of digital menu technology with clients…