Monthly Archives: November 2016

Southco Locks and Latches Conversation

Southco Kiosk Locks Recently we had the opportunity to sit down and speak with Southco and Mike Fahy.  I have know Mike since before 2010 when he assisted developing some locks for major rental bike program. Locks and access control isn’t the sexiest stuff in the world but they are critical components.  Many people that we have worked… Read More »

Calvin Klein Rolls Out Charging Kiosks to Keep Shoppers Happy

BOSTON, Nov. 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Consumers at select Calvin Klein stores will get to enjoy a complimentary phone charge during their shopping experience with Veloxity charging kiosks. Calvin Klein is expanding their in-store experience by deploying charging kiosks to over 9 different retail locations

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Calvin Klein’s Director of Marketing, Roland Figueredo who was in charge of the project says; “In the fast paced retail environment, we are trying to meet all of our customers’ needs. From the product we sell, to the shopping experience, we want the customer to feel special.”

 

He goes on to add: “We are also trying to bring a bit of modern technology and convenience into our stores and these charging kiosks gives us that opportunity.  We are able to give the customer a place to charge their phones, see some branded content and continue to shop…a win/win for the stores and the customer. Working with Veloxity has been a pleasure from day one. They were able to turn this around in a very short time frame and have provided excellent customer service throughout this project. I look forward to working with them in 2017 to expand these into more of our stores in North America.”

Digital merchandising leader in Chicago for QSR Restaurant Kiosks

CHICAGO — September 29, 2016 — Coates, a global leader in digital merchandising software, kiosks, and digital drive-thrus, expands the reach of its world-class products with the opening of its U.S. headquarters in Chicago, which includes a fully equipped innovation lab. The new Coates Lab offers quick service restaurants (QSR), retail brands and agencies a state-of-the-art space for a hands-on, personalized experience of the future of digital merchandising. With more than 50 years of leadership in digital solutions, Coates is in a unique position to take customers from proof of concept, design and manufacturing to installation and support, to provide their customers the most engaging experience.

Source: www.coatesgroup.com

Coates Lab encompasses displays, kiosks, digital drive-thru solutions, beacons, facial recognition and social media powered by Switchboard, the groundbreaking, data-driven content management system (CMS) developed by Coates. Switchboard enables brands to deliver a personalized and localized one-to-one experience in-store, similar to what online retailers offer on their websites, with an online record of the buyers’ past purchase history and a personalized greeting using Coates’ Switchboard content management system.

Meridian Installs Mzero InterAct Throughout Richmond County

Kiosk Manufacturer and Software Developer Deploys Interactive Tourism Kiosks Throughout Richmond County.

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The interactive kiosks provide Richmond County with a new way to engage tourists and connect locals by promoting events, shops, restaurants and attractions. The installment includes three outdoor models located at the Richmond Plaza Shopping Center, the Rockingham Dragway and the Hamlet Depot, as well as twelve indoor models placed throughout Rockingham, Hamlet, Ellerbe and Hoffman, NC. The Richmond County Tourism Development Authority also has a mobile unit for promoting local attractions at events outside of the county.

 

“We’re very excited to be part of this project; it’s a huge technological initiative for Richmond County,” said Meridian CEO Chris Gilder. “We’re eager to see how the technology helps connect Richmond County locals and tourists with businesses in the community.”

 

InterAct is installed on Meridian’s Presenza kiosks which offer interactive touch screens for easy interaction with digital information. The InterAct software allows Richmond County to feature local dining spots, hotels, attractions and entertainment. Each listing can display photos, videos, an interactive maps and written content. “This is a great way for residents to get involved with their community and for businesses to engage with their customers,” added Gilder.

 

Kiosk Salary – Compensation for Kiosk Industry and Jobs

How much are you paid? Compensation Report for the Self-Service Kiosk Industry   EASTLAKE, CO – 11/16/2016 (PRESS RELEASE JET) — Instead of taking away jobs, self-service technology is opening up a host of new opportunities. A look at how self-service adds employees and also an internal look at compensation for people in the self-service industry and CAGR.… Read More »

Kiosk Software – Dynatouch Releases TIPs Kiosk Software

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: DynaTouch launches new website for TIPS™ Kiosk Management Software, the most secure and ADA/508 compliant kiosk software on the market www.TIPSkiosksoftware.com San Antonio, Texas. – November 15, 2016 – DynaTouch, a pioneering self-service kiosk solutions provider, announced that they have launched the TIPS™ Kiosk Management Software website. TIPS (Touch Information Presentation Software) has been the… Read More »

Olea Kiosks’ new Monte Carlo big ROI to casinos

New self-service solution designed to help casinos build loyalty programs, manage comps, increase ROI and more Olea Kiosks has released the Monte Carlo Gaming Kiosk, its latest self-service solution for the casino industry. The kiosk arrives at a critical time for the gaming industry. While the economy has improved and overall wagering is up, the spread of legalized gaming… Read More »

New Payment kiosks help with property tax payments

For people who don’t have bank accounts or credit cards, cash is king. But when it comes to paying property taxes in Wayne County, using cash is difficult and costly.

Source: www.clickondetroit.com

DivDat with new kiosks for DTE. Quote from Stephanie Warren, “Good things are happening in Detroit and DTE Energy, Wayne County Treasurer’s Office and Detroit Water and Sewerage Department are leading the way! Be the change you want to see; lead by example. Thank you WDIV Channel 4 News for bringing attention to this. If you are a biller in Michigan and want to find out how you can get added to our network let me know! DivDat is a national company, if you want to lead the way in your area let me know! This is my passion and I would love to talk to you about it.”

Self-service Blood Pressure kiosks provide benefits to clinicians, patients

Automated systems set up to measure blood pressure in a family medicine clinic offered engagement and education opportunities and was generally well accepted by both clinicians and their staff, and were well-received by patients, according to data recently published in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine.
 “From the clinic perspective, the kiosk not only saved

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Good best practices along with metrics.

Self-Service Kiosk Industry Insight – Paying For Performance

Self-Service Technology Creates Jobs Instead of taking away jobs, self-service technology is opening up a host of new opportunities. A look at how self-service adds employees and also an internal look at compensation for people in the self-service industry. By Richard Slawsky contributor Nearly everyone who’s been involved with the self-service technology industry for any length of time… Read More »

Retail Kiosk – Millennials Instore & Autumn Comforts

By Ron Bowers, Senior Vice President of Business Development, Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. November 2016 Reprinted from Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc blog Autumn is upon us! It’s time to pull out a sweater, light the fireplace, and relax with a good book. Along with the falling leaves and cooler temperatures comes the desire for comfort. So,… Read More »