Monthly Archives: June 2016

Self Service Security – New Website for Camlock Systems

The international locking security company Camlock Systems Ltd has launched its new website, which can be seen at www.camlock.com. The old site has undergone a complete overhaul. Major new features improve every visitor’s experience, including a new product search function, a simpler way to request CAD files, a design contributing to easier navigation, and the availability of industry or market specific information. Camlock Systems’ locking security experts work in partnership with customers to supply or to design, develop and manufacture mechanical and electronic locking security using innovative technology. Camlock develops a range of solutions adapted to different needs. As a result, the new product search function enables visitors to apply … Continue reading New Website for Camlock Systems →

Source: selfservice.io

One of the last items always used in self-service is the innocent little lock.  You gotta have locks (if only to stop benevolent hackers such as ourselves…)

Kiosk Association Announces Advisory Board Members

DENVER, CO – 6/29/2016 (PRESS RELEASE JET) —Kiosk Industry Group, the Kiosk association and vendor trade association, officially announces appointment of five new members to the Strategic Advisory Board.  The new members include Olea Kiosks, KioWare, Kiosk Information Systems, PROVISIO, and Turnkey Kiosks. They join Crane Payment Innovations, OptConnect, CTS (Connected Technology Solutions) and ARCA. Honorary members include… Read More »

Marijuana kiosk – Creating a cash-accepting marijuana kiosk

marijuana kiosk

KioWare, Crane Payment and Olea team up in the cannabis market

Source: www.cpbj.com

KioWare is writing the software for the kiosk while California-based Olea Kiosks Inc. is designing and manufacturing the actual kiosk. Malvern-based Crane Payment Innovations is designing equipment for handling money inside the kiosk.

 

“I look at it like the kiosks that are coming into the fast food industry now,” said Frank Olea, CEO at Olea. “You place your order yourself on an electric board, and you take the receipt to the front counter where they hand you your food. That’s how it works.”

 

Read full article. It’s very good.

New Kiosk Software for Android Adds Knox Support & MDM

Android Kiosk Software Adds Knox Support and advanced MDM functions KioWare has released a new version of KioWare for Android (Version 3.9) which moves KioWare significantly into the realm of MDM and adds new interactive digital signage features.   The full press release is found here: http://www.kioware.com/news.aspx?nid=275 Highlighting the relevant points Adds some features specific to Samsung devices (via… Read More »

UPS Access Point Network Volume In Wake Of Labor Dispute

United Parcel Service, Inc. (NYSE: UPS) disclosed that its Access Point Network is ready to take on additional packages from July 2 when the shippin

Source: www.benzinga.com

UPS claimed that its Access Point Network offered an easy solution during the critical time when routines may be disrupted and that consumers are uncertain about the status of potential orders. The company expects to have over 27,000 UPS Access Point locations around the world by the end of the current year. 900 locations in Canada.

Fitness Kiosk Get a Workout at BFit Gyms

June 15, 2016 – YORK, PA.   BFit Gyms isn’t your everyday run-of- the-mill fitness center. Their members ‘refuse to be ordinary’, and enjoy the unique and innovative Fit Pass that allows family and friends to share the same pass. Stressing its ‘cool factor’, BFit has implemented easy-to- use kiosks that provide its tech-savvy self-service- minded members with access to membership… Read More »

Kiosk Best Practice – Picking a Provider

Picking a Self Service Provider To assist the industry Kiosk Industry Group publishes vendor neutral kiosk best practice studies. Thanks to our sponsors for making this possible. Olea Kiosk for custom and standard kiosks, KioWare with software for kiosks, KIOSK Information Systems, ARCA payment automation, PROVISIO kiosk software, Crane currency management, OptConnect with 3G/4G connectivity for kiosks & ATMs. and TurnKey Kiosks with… Read More »

Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. announces promotion

Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. announces the promotion of Danielle Nelson to Account Executive. Grafton, WI, June 27, 2016 – We are pleased to announce the appointment of Danielle Nelson as an Account Executive with Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. Danielle’s background as a Sales Associates has given her experience working with brands and retailers to develop cohesive… Read More »

HealthSpot assets snapped up by Rite Aid for $1.15M

Retail pharmacy chain Rite Aid has purchased the assets of shuttered telemedicine kiosk company HealthSpot at auction for $1.15 million, according to MedCity News.

Source: mobihealthnews.com

The future of telehealth for Rite Aid is uncertain because the future of Rite Aid is uncertain. Last October Walgreen said they would acquire Rite Aid. But the FTC has not okayed that merger.

 

The merger result would have a 46.5 percent market, compared to CVS’s 30 percent. The FTC recently killed the proposed Staples-Office Depot merger. 

 

Note that Higi, another kiosk company, also works with Rite Aid. Higi is to install +4,000 kiosks to Rite Aid stores — much bigger than company ever had with HealthSpot.

Kiosk Research – Global Self-Service Tech Market on the Rise

WELLESLEY, MA–(Marketwired – June 21, 2016) – The global self-services technologies market is dynamic and growing with new developments and adoption from new industries and sectors. BCC Research reveals in its new report that that while the overall market is witnessing strong growth, the interactive kiosk market is witnessin

Source: www.marketwired.com

The global market for self-service technologies should grow from $54.4 billion in 2016 to $83.5 billion by 2021 on a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. Vending machines, the largest segment, should grow from $30.1 billion in 2016 to $42.8 billion by 2021, reflecting a five-year CAGR of 7.3%. ATM as a segment should increase from $16.6 billion in 2016 to $23.5 billion by 2021, with a CAGR of 7.2%. Kiosks, the fastest-growing segment with an anticipated five-year CAGR of 17.4%, should reach $17.2 billion in 2020, up from $7.7 billion in 2016.

TECA kiosk cooling is latest member of Kiosk Industry Group

TECA Kiosk Cooling & Heating makes a wide range of solid state thermoelectric cooling products, including air-conditioners, cold plates and liquid chillers.

Source: kioskindustry.org

New member TECA which makes thermoelectric cooling units.  TECA split off from Borg a few years ago and makes a terrific kiosk cooling partner.  When space is at a premium the normal condensing HVAC is not going to work and you have to go thermo. Their sizing calculator is outstanding.

Camlock Systems Launches LinkedIn Company Page

Camlock Systems Ltd has launched its company page on the professional social network LinkedIn. Camlock’s followers can now obtain expert security advice, gain company insights, read market news and participate in related discussions. Camlock Systems’ locking security experts work in partnership with customers to supply or to design, develop and manufacture mechanical and electronic locking security using innovative… Read More »