Retail News & Media
Now which blue bucket was it?
November 1, 2005
In retail, labor is a key issue that affects all aspects of the business. Labor impacts profitability, customer satisfaction and the ability to attract new…
read nowWired magazine to open kiosk-based gadget store for holidays
October 31, 2005
BetaNews: Wired Magazine said Tuesday that it plans to open a retail location in the Soho District of Manhattan, which would stay open from November 18 through…
read nowCoinstar to install machines in Wal-Mart
October 27, 2005
The Street: Coinstar said that it will install 100 of its self-service coin-counting machines in Wal-Mart stores on a test basis. There isn't a long-term…
read nowRecord stores can't beat 'em, may join 'em
October 26, 2005
The Modesto Bee: Record stores are inviting the enemy in.
read nowVodafone UK deploys mobile phone vending machine
October 26, 2005
Channel Register: Vodafone UK has deployed two vending machines which will allow panic-stricken and mobileless punters in Manchester to buy a handset with a…
read nowCASE STUDY: Polaris ATV puts shoppers in the driver's seat
Sometimes, self-service can do much more than process transactions or speed the flow of information. Sometimes, it can create thrilling new customer…
read nowWal-Mart pulls plug on Xbox kiosks
October 25, 2005
Gamespot: Gamers looking to be among the first to get their hands on an Xbox 360 controller at Wal-Mart demo kiosks can still do it, but they won't actually be…
read nowShow emphasizes the big picture of self-service (cont.)
by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance
The name change was telling: The Self-Service & Kiosk Show (formerly The Kiosk Show) took a much broader view of self-service as a business strategy. Kiosks…
read nowWhy retailers may find RFID is essential
October 24, 2005
The Wise Marketer: When it comes to new technologies that have proved themselves effective, it's no longer just a matter of keeping up with the crowd.
read nowPlanar lets kids customize their Hot Wheels cars at FAO Schwarz
October 24, 2005
BEAVERTON, Ore. - Planar Systems Inc., provider of flat-panel display systems, is bringing the power of touchscreen technology to enthusiasts of Mattel's Hot…
read nowShow emphasizes the big picture of self-service
The name change was telling: The Self-Service & Kiosk Show (formerly The Kiosk Show) took a much broader view of self-service as a business strategy. Kiosks…
read nowControversy surrounds drug-dispensing kiosks
by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance
Automated devices that dispense pre-packaged prescription drug refills could change the way people interact with their pharmacy, and save time in the process.
read nowRole call: sales and marketing
October 23, 2005
In the final part of his series, Bill Gerba explores the most crucial step of all - closing the sales that will allow you to monetize all those snazzy new…
read nowPost-deployment marketing promotes success
How companies market their kiosks and self-service devices after the machines are deployed is just as important to a deployment's success as the initial…
read nowTesco completes kiosk trial
October 23, 2005
Ireland On-line: U.K. supermarket giant Tesco recently completed the trial of Internet kiosks in 90 stores, allowing customers to order from a range of goods…
read nowTesco completes kiosk trial
October 23, 2005
Ireland On-line: U.K. supermarket giant Tesco recently completed the trial of Internet kiosks in 90 stores, allowing customers to order from a range of goods…
read nowKiosks.org Association announces name change
October 19, 2005
SAN FRANCISCO - kiosks.org association announced today at its annual meeting that it would change its name to the Self-Service & Kiosk Association…
read nowWrap-up: The Self-Service & Kiosk Show, day two
by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance
October 19, 2005
The second day of this season's Self-Service and Kiosk Show started early, with the annual meeting of the kiosks.org association. And one of the key…
read nowMEI announces support for new $10 bill
October 19, 2005
WEST CHESTER, Pa. - MEI, developer of unattended payment systems, announced in a news release plans to seamlessly transition retail customers to accept the…
read nowSubway selects Pro-Tech kiosks
October 19, 2005
ATLANTA - According to a news release, Subway has selected Pro-Tech as the global provider of kiosks for customer self-ordering and pre-payment within their…
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