How can vendors and operators work together successfully?

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Vendors and operators need to rethink their relationship to be successful with automated retail.

Automated retail finds a home in apartment communities

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Automated retail is finding a home in apartment communities as micro markets, smart coolers and autonomous stores offer residents convenient access to everyday essentials. For property owners and vending operators, the growing market presents opportunities to enhance amenities, generate revenue and reach new customers.

The kiosk shift, part 2: Beyond USB — how Android is rethinking kiosk I/O

by Ben Wheeler — Dir. of Business Dev. - Automated Retail, T-ROC

Android and ARM are changing kiosk design by enabling modular systems that connect and manage complex peripherals without relying on traditional Windows PCs. USB connectivity, hardware abstraction and intelligent controllers can simplify maintenance, reduce dependencies and improve reliability across automated retail fleets.

EBL Women Banking, partners plan menstrual product vending machines

EBL Women Banking has partnered with Square Toiletries Ltd. and Vertical Innovations Ltd. to install sanitary napkin vending machines at 10 educational…

Foodservice

Foodservice is the “backbone” for many convenience services operators. The operator provides meals at a client location, usually preparing most of the food onsite. Convenience services operators often supplement this service with vending machines at the location.