Kraft Heinz hires Steve Cahillane as CEO

December 16, 2025

Kraft Heinz has chosen Steve Cahillane, former Kellanoa chief, as CEO come Jan. 1, 2026.

Pecan pie vending machine still going strong after 17 years

December 12, 2025

The pecan pie vending machine at Berdoll Pecan Candy and Gift Company in Cedar Creek, Texas, is still pretty popular.

Self-service innovators honored at ARKI Awards

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

The Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show Awards honors innovators and influencers in automated retail, kiosks and responsible self-service.

Transforming high-traffic operations: The power of strategic self-service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A panel of experts at the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show Dec. 10-12 will discuss how strategically deploying smart self-service solutions can elevate…

Why a loyalty program is a 'must have' for retailers

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

In this episode of the CX Innovators podcast, Len Covello, CTO at Engage People, shares expert insights on what a successful loyalty program should provide to…

Presented by Engage People

NCSA accepting nominations for candy hall of fame

November 27, 2025

The National Confectionery Sales Association is accepting nominations for the its Candy Hall of Fame class of 2026. The hall of fame recognizes remarkable…

NCSA Inducts 11 industry leaders into the Candy Hall of Fame

November 11, 2025

The National Confectionery Sales Association has honored 11 industry leaders with inclusion into the Candy Hall of Fame.

Steven King on leading ARKI and the future of automation

Steven King joins The Automation and Self-Service Podcast to discuss ARKI’s rebrand and how automation, AI and human connection are driving the next phase of…

Gen Z loves Nerds, the candy kind

November 10, 2025

When it comes to candy the Gen Z demographic is all about nerds, Nerds candy to be specific.

Speaker Spotlight: John Walsh, CRO, Farmer’s Fridge

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Learn how a background in international policy issues is playing into Farmer’s Fridge CRO John Walsh’s strategy skillset and decision making.

Scotiabank Arena adds Amazon-powered self-checkouts for Leafs, Raptors fans

October 31, 2025

Fans attending Toronto Maple Leafs and Raptors games at Scotiabank Arena will now have more ways to skip concession lines thanks to new food and drink…

Leanpath launches touchless AI floor scale for automated food waste tracking

October 30, 2025

Leanpath has introduced a next-generation AI-powered floor scale that enables fully touchless food waste tracking for high-volume kitchens, expanding the…

10 reasons to attend ARKI 2025 in Tampa

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Formerly known as the Self-Service Innovation Summit, ARKI brings together operators, brands and technology leaders for three days of learning, networking and…

Quest Nutrition introduces high-protein chocolate frosted donuts

October 28, 2025

Quest Nutrition, part of The Simply Good Foods Co., has launched its first-ever donuts with the debut of Quest Bake Shop Chocolate Frosted Donuts, offering 1…

Steven King to keynote, co-host ARKI 2025: A new era for automated retail and kiosk innovation

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Steven King of BlueSky Robotics will co-host and keynote ARKI 2025, exploring how automation and AI are redefining self-service and retail.

Planters reintroduces Special Reserve peanuts for National Nut Day

October 22, 2025

The Planters brand is marking National Nut Day with the return of its limited-edition Special Reserve peanuts, according to a press release.

PepsiCo launches first Global Farmer Awards recognizing agricultural leadership

October 17, 2025

PepsiCo has launched its first Global Farmer Awards, honoring farmers, families and advisors from across its global supply chain for achievements in…

Cyngn deploys autonomous DriveMod Tugger with G&J Pepsi

October 15, 2025

Cyngn has deployed its DriveMod Tugger at G&J Pepsi, the largest independent Pepsi bottler in the United States, expanding its autonomous vehicle…

Global wellness food market to double by 2032, fueling functional vending growth

October 15, 2025

The global health and wellness food market is expected to grow from $938.6 billion in 2023 to $2.17 trillion by 2032, driven by rising demand for nutritious…

NxLite raises $9.2M to expand production of energy-control window coatings

October 14, 2025

NxLite has secured $9.2 million in Series A funding to scale production of its proprietary low-emissivity and solar-control coatings for glass, acrylic and…