Can you lead?

by Ray Friedrich

Just being able to motivate people isn't enough — leaders need to be empathetic and connect with people to be successful. A veteran vending/foodservice leader…

Amusement exhibits highlight new games, cashless technology

by Kevin Williams

Exhibits at reviving trade shows offer a wealth of new titles and a focus on cashless technology.

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: GetBranded.com

At GetBranded.com, a fully-integrated creative media company, our talented team of designers and marketing professionals use exclusive methodologies to…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Fastcorp Vending

Fastcorp Vending engineers, manufactures and sells the world's most reliable, versatile and customizable portfolio of automated retail machines. For over…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Automat Kitchen

Automat Kitchen is an American dining icon remade with patented technologies and modern foods. Our delivery system streamlines all processes, where…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Embed

Embed is the worldwide leader of the integrated cashless business solutions for family Entertainment, Amusement and Attractions (incl. kiosks, readers, mobile…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Diebold Nixdorf

Our comprehensive portfolio of self-service solutions, POS technology, software and services drives efficiencies by accelerating the checkout process and…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: PourMyBeer

PourMyBeer's founder, Josh Goodman went all-in on self-service when he walked away from a 6 figure sales career to start his self-service beverage company in…

SWOT analysis: Critical aspect of your strategic plan

by Ray Friedrich — CEO, Sterling Services

All organizations have their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. This is why the SWOT analysis is one of the most important aspects of a…

Immersive entertainment recovery gradually gains traction

by Kevin Williams

The backpack PC VR free-roaming scene has been seeing constant movement, and the whole hyper reality sector is receiving immense investment.

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Vistar Media

Vistar Media is the leading global provider of solutions for out-of-home, bringing enterprise software that was purpose-built for the unique requirements of…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: UST

For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world's best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: PopCom

PopCom is the developer of the PopShop, a smart vending machine that merges the best features of an online website with the benefits of a physical brick and…

Don’t forget the importance of strategic planning

by Ray Friedrich

Because business conditions change over time, it is necessary to have a long-term strategic plan that allows you to adapt your foundational business plan.

LBE rebound takes hold, driven by virtual reality

by Kevin Williams

Reports from various entities indicate that 2021 has seen more than a 30% increase in the post-COVID market, with innovation, unique content and strong…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: MTI

MTI partners with enterprises to develop, build and support in-person experiences in retail, hospitality and healthcare. We are the only company to offer…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Invenda Group

Invenda aims to be the global operating ecosystem for automated retail. We're developing intelligent vending machines, smart coolers, kiosks, and much more.

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Holo Industries

Holo Industries LLC is the inventor of Holographic Touch, a disruptive technology that combines holographic plates, optics, sensors and proprietary software…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Coinsource

Coinsource is the industry's leading Bitcoin ATM operator and exclusive provider of the only turnkey, white-glove solution to owning your own Bitcoin ATM…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: 365 Retail Markets

365 Retail Markets is the global self-service convenience technology leader, who partners with the top foodservice operators to help facilitate their success…