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Micro market sales jump 41.9% in 2016 as installations hit new peak

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Now that micro markets have moved beyond the concept stage, both operating companies and product manufacturers are looking at how to optimize micro market…

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Biometric identity verification unleashes new roles for kiosks (Part 1)

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The rapid expansion of biometric technology will create new opportunities for self-serve kiosks to play a bigger role in verticals where identification…

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Millennials weigh in on how they shop

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Attendees at the Interactive Customer Experience Summit in Dallas took advantage of a chance to find out first hand during a panel featuring seven millennial…

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ICX panel: Internet of Things offers new capabilities, but new technology requires preparation and commitment to change

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Companies need to utilize new technology to remain competitive, but they must be aware of all the changes that a new technology will bring to their operation…

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Self-order kiosks make a big splash at NRA Show

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Restaurants are driving much of the kiosk industry's growth, including partnerships among kiosk providers and POS software specialists.

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Technology fuels demand for industrial supply distribution systems, part 1

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Technology developed in the kiosk industry has application in inventory control and distribution, a market that is rapidly expanding worldwide.

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How self-serve kiosks can rescue corporate dining — part 1

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The self-serve kiosk rewrites the economics of corporate dining.

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Urban repopulation fuels 'smart cities' kiosks, Olea Kiosks report notes

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The repopulation of urban centers has encouraged governments to improve access to transportation and various types of public information. Smart cities kiosks…

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EV charging rates reach new heights, expanding options for a rapidly growing industry

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Numerous factors are influencing the rapid growth of EV charging stations. Faster charging technology is expanding options for property owners interested in…

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Changing kiosk technology brings new verticals and applications, part 2: the pace accelerates

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Evolving kiosk technology has accelerated innovation, creating more opportunities for kiosks to facilitate tasks for businesses and organizations. Part 2 in…

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What’s in store for 2017? Part 2: Mobile payments’ impact on kiosks will vary

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Smart phones are driving an ecommerce revolution. While mobile payment can adversely affect the need for kiosks in some situations, most industry observers see…

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Chargeback liability set to return for low-ticket cashless transactions: Are you prepared?

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Card issuers agreed this past summer to postpone EMV liability for transactions under $25, but when the liability starts to take effect again next year…

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Can the Internet of Things boost customer experience?

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

The IoT is building up a lot of hype, but it is still unclear how it will improve customer experience. Panelists at the CONNECT Mobile Innovation Summit last…

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Kiosk top 5: August edition

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Summer vacation is over and students across the U.S. are heading back to class. For Kiosk Marketplace, summer school was in session for a variety of hot…

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Government kiosks provide omnichannel experience boost

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

If customer experience were a king, government offices would be the lowliest peasant. Omnichannel experiences can provide a much needed boost to their…

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Kiosks bring home the bacon: Top 5 stories July 2016

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

This July, McDonald's turned up the heat with virtual kiosks and robot powered kiosks turned it back down with frozen yogurt. These were just a few of the…

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