5 ways self service kiosks are improving self storage facilities

Self service self storage is on the rise and rapidly. This is frankly because of their self service attributes and the new found ability to offer services 2…

Fill Station Pillow Kiosk expands to Canada

November 2, 2017

The Fill Station Pillow Kiosk, a kiosk that allows customers to build customized pillows, has announced its expansion into Canada, according to a press…

CVS Health expands medication disposal kiosks, marks National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

October 27, 2017

CVS Health has expanded its medication disposal program to include locations inside CVS Pharmacy stores, marking the Drug Enforcement Administration's National…

Saudi Arabia entertainment network installs kiosk in mall

October 27, 2017

OSN, Saudi Arabia's leading entertainment network, has installed a new digital consumer experience at Dhahran Mall in Saudi Arabia to serve customers with…

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…

Webinar: Cellular Connectivity Solutions for Retail

In this webinar, you will learn how our secure & reliable cellular connectivity solutions help deliver reliability, ensure uptime and reduce costs for…

Floral management software provider teams with Star Micronics mPOS solution

October 23, 2017

Floral Frog, a provider of a floral management software package, has selected the tablet POS system mPOP from Star Micronics, according to a press release. 

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…

Redbox names Jason Kwong chief strategy and business development officer

October 13, 2017

Redbox has named Jason Kwong as the company's chief strategy and business development officer, according to a press release. He will lead strategic…

U-Vend Inc. to develop sports-themed ice cream products

October 10, 2017

U-Vend Inc., a consumer products and technology company that develops, distributes and markets self-serve electronic kiosks and merchandisers across North…

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.

365 Retail Markets reaches wireless milestone with OptConnect

October 6, 2017

OptConnect Managed Wireless Solutions has reached a milestone with partner 365 Retail Markets, a provider of micro markets, according to a press release.

Storis to introduce kiosk for home furnishings retailers

October 6, 2017

Storis, a retail software solutions provider, will showcase its new kiosk solution at the upcoming High Point Market (Oct. 14-18 in High Point, North…

How 'enhanced personalization' boosts in-store buying opportunities

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

As technologies evolve merging the physical with the digital, brands are finding new ways to meet customers' shopping needs in the store.

Flex Ltd. to build robotic frozen yogurt kiosks

October 3, 2017

Generation Next Franchise Brands Inc., which markets frozen yogurt robotic kiosks, has selected Flex Ltd. as its exclusive manufacturing partner for its…

Ikea vending machine offers kitchen tools

October 2, 2017

Ikea has installed a vending machine at a Stockholm subway station to sell small kitchen items such as a garlic press, an egg slicer and other tools, according…

Self-serve lockers let consumers preorder and pick up cannabis products

September 28, 2017

Grasshopper Kiosks has introduced a self-service locker that enables customers to preorder and retrieve cannabis products, according to a press release. The…

Nobly POS selects Star Micronics’ POS solutions

September 27, 2017

Nobly POS, a provider of an iPad-based point-of-sale system, has partnered with Star Micronics to upgrade its POS software and hardware, according to a press…

Has automated retailing’s time finally arrived in the US?

There are 10 new automated retailing systems that I have counted in the last 12 months from the U.S., Europe and Asia, including Bodega. The concept, despite…

KeyMe secures an additional $25 million for expansion

September 21, 2017

KeyMe, a self-serve key copying kiosk, has secured $25 million in Series D financing, bringing a total of more than $100 million to date, the company announced…