Restaurant self-order kiosk evolution grabs reader interest in 2019

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Self-order kiosks increase the speed of service for restaurants and improve order accuracy. The technology also improves order ticket size by upselling…

Self-checkout kiosk replaces manned store at Japanese rail station

December 20, 2019

A snack and souvenir shop at a Japanese rail station that closed due to a lack of workers recently reopened with a self-checkout system that takes cashless…

Moe's franchisees see multiple benefits of self-order kiosks

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Moe's Southwest Grill franchisees see self order kiosks as a tool to allow restaurants to meet consumer needs in smaller footprints.

Oklahoma dispensary operator installs American Green smart vending machines

December 17, 2019

Earthly Mist of Tulsa Oklahoma has purchased and installed American Green smart vending machines for use in its Oklahoma dispensaries, according to a press…

How interactive retail kiosks enhance the holiday shopping experience

by Melissa Harward — Marketing Coordinator, Meridian Kiosks

Interactive kiosk innovations are making holiday shopping experiences more engaging, rewarding and memorable for consumer and retailers.

Location, Location, Location: The Importance of Self-Service Kiosk Placement

by Melissa Harward — Marketing Coordinator, Meridian Kiosks

Over the past decade, self-service solutions of all kinds—from indoor and outdoor kiosks to digital signage, automated smart lockers, and more—have become…

Redbox exits game rentals in kiosks, launches entertainment content production division

December 10, 2019

Redbox will no longer provide game rentals in its kiosks, the company posted on Twitter Sunday in response to a question.

Why digital kiosks hold the key to brand loyalty

Besides optimizing operational efficiency, boosting sales and streamlining the ordering process, interactive kiosks can also deliver increased customer loyalty.

How do electronic smart lockers work?

by Melissa Harward — Marketing Coordinator, Meridian Kiosks

As consumers continue to place more value on solutions and services that help make their everyday tasks more efficient and convenient, automated smart lockers…

Smile! 3D facial recognition is raising kiosk value

3D facial recognition, well established in China, is in its early stage of adoption in the U.S. Despite privacy concerns, the technology will make transactions…

Moe’s Southwest Grill 'all-digital/kiosk-only' restaurants coming to Pittsburgh, Charlottesville

November 20, 2019

Moe's Southwest Grill will introduce its first two "All-Digital/Kiosk-Only" locations in the first quarter in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Charlottesville…

FMA Magazine - Fall 2019 - Issue 03 Book

The best of in-store merchandising, interactive kiosks and store fixture information for brands and retailers nationwide.

Presented by Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc.

Philippines fast food brand introduces self-order kiosks

November 18, 2019

Jollibee, a fast food brand in the Philippines, has rolled out self-order kiosks in outlets in several cities, according to a BusinessMirror report. A total of…

Denver's Empower Field at Mile High introduces self-service concessions

November 18, 2019

The Denver Broncos, in conjunction with Aramark, its new food and beverage provider, unveiled on Friday concessions improvements at Empower Field at Mile High…

McDonald's tests cash-accepting self-order kiosks; will retrofits be needed?

November 14, 2019

McDonald's, which has pioneered the use of self-order kiosks, is testing kiosks that also accept cash, the company told Kiosk Marketplace via email. Cash users…

Kiosk Marketplace needs your input for annual industry census

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The census will provide statistics on the industry's size and scope, and will serve as a helpful tool in allowing companies in the industry to measure their…

Stora Enso teams with Atos on ‘intelligent cabinets’ for unattended payment

November 12, 2019

Stora Enso, a provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wooden constructions and paper, is partnering with Atos, a digital transformation…

Pyramid Technologies teams with Nayax on cash/cashless payment solution

November 8, 2019

Pyramid Technologies, Inc., a manufacturer of bill validators and thermal printers, has teamed with Nayax, a manufacturer of cashless payment solutions, to…

Toshiba promotes Bill Campbell to top sales role

November 7, 2019

Bill Campbell Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions has promoted Bill Campbell to senior vice president, global sales, the company's top worldwide sales…

Fresh n' Lean Introduces smart refrigerated kiosks

November 4, 2019

Fresh n' Lean, which provides ready-to-eat meals, has introduced SmartFridge, a refrigerated kiosk for serving freshly prepared meals to worksite…