How AI, real-time technology empower vending, quick-service stores

by Mark Perry — Global Business Manager, Cloudpick

As vending and retail transformation continue to gain momentum, operators must embrace these changes to ensure their competitive edge. This affects their…

Global immersive attraction barrels forward, finds new funding

by Kevin Williams

New media platforms are attracting significant investment, challenging the traditional amusement and attraction sector to stay relevant.

Self-Service Innovation Summit to honor Allan Z Gilbert's industry service

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The Self-Service Innovation Summit will honor the late Allen Z. Gilbert for his contributions to the convenience services industry with its Lifetime…

Pandemic unhinges amusement supply chain, spurs QR code adoption

by Kevin Williams

Many new operators and existing chains are moving to buying direct and maintaining their hardware themselves. The pandemic has spurred this change, along with…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Zebra Technologies

Zebra's self-service kiosk solutions give customers seamless technology while providing guaranteed security and a long life-cycle they can count on. Users will…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Ventus

Ventus offers managed wireless broadband on 4G LTE-A, Wi-Fi and fixed-line connectivity for kiosks, digital signs, POS, smart safes, e-lockers, pop-up retail…

#SelfServiceSummit Sponsor Preview: Bitcoin Depot

Bitcoin Depot is the fastest growing multi-cryptocurrency ATM Network that aims to bring Bitcoin to the Masses™ . We offer users the ability to buy and sell…

The era of ‘artainment’ unfolds

by Kevin Williams

The next phase of out-of-home entertainment addresses the needs of a highly sophisticated audience, which has access from home to the widest possible selection…

Surging self-service innovation responds to technologically empowered consumers

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The 2021 NAMA Show in New Orleans hosted a wealth of education sessions and a trade show showcasing extensive innovations.

China takes the lead in amusement reinvestment

by Kevin Williams

The 2021 Asia Amusements & Attractions Expo marked the largest amusement industry event, revealing numerous trends that will impact the West.

9 tips for successful delivery drivers

by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore

As food delivery has become more popular with consumers, delivery drivers are in high demand. Following are nine suggestions for succeeding in this expanding…

VR hardware chases expanding market demand

by Kevin Williams

The VR community has progressed into a two-tier market, split between 'Casual VR' for the B2C and 'Serious VR' for B2B approaches.

Mobile marketing strategies for success

by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore

Social marketing is critically important for foodservice businesses today, but there's more to do than just having a Facebook presence. A multi-faceted mobile…

VR rides a host of post-pandemic sports and entertainment trends

Virtual reality's awakening from its pandemic hibernation continues at an explosive pace, driven on several different fronts.

Mini-golf explodes as a social entertainment platform

by Kevin Williams

Gamified miniature golf has taken center stage in the social entertainment sector.

Onboarding new hires? An opportune time for an underused loss prevention tool

by Mark Manney — Founder/CEO, Loss Prevention Results Inc.

Many convenience services operators are calling back employees or hiring new ones, if they can find them, as the pandemic restrictions ease.

Skill gaming revives, tapping both casino and arcade influences

by Kevin Williams

In response to a 30% decline in casino winnings, some hope familiarity of the arcade-style gaming presentation will drive business and usher in a new…

10 robots automating restaurant operations

by Chen Feller

The automation revolution has begun in the restaurant industry.

Time to add a physical restaurant? 9 start-up costs to consider

by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore

A number of convenience operators have expanded their business by opening a physical restaurant. Before making this investment, an operator needs to know the…

Projection versatility drives mid-size entertainment venues

by Kevin Williams

Immersive technology is needed to meet the needs of consumers longing to be entertained in smaller spaces following the pandemic. Technology providers rise to…