Category Archives: KIosk News

– **Kiosk Industry News**: This page contains the latest news and updates related to the self-service kiosk industry, covering topics such as new products, deployments, partnerships, events, and more.
– **Kiosk Manufacturer Association News**: This page also features news from the Kiosk Manufacturer Association (KMA), a global organization that promotes the use and advancement of kiosks and related technologies. The KMA provides resources, standards, guidelines, and advocacy for the kiosk industry and its members.
– **Kiosk Industry Resources**: This page offers various resources for kiosk industry professionals and enthusiasts, such as white papers, case studies, market reports, webinars, podcasts, and newsletters. These resources cover a wide range of topics, such as kiosk design, software, hardware, security, accessibility, and best practices.
– **Kiosk Industry Sponsors**: This page showcases the sponsors and supporters of the Kiosk Industry website, which include leading kiosk manufacturers, software providers, component suppliers, and service providers. These sponsors help the website to provide valuable information and insights to the kiosk community.

McDonald’s Kiosk – Top Three Questions

Why Did They Introduce? Fewer Employees?  Higher Sales? 1. Why did McDonald’s introduce kiosks? People wonder whether kiosks are meant to replace workers or just improve speed and accuracy. The answer usually highlights customer convenience, higher order accuracy, increased upselling, and the ability to free up staff for food prep and table service rather than just taking orders. … Read More »

Press Release – The Industry Group October 2025

Visit Booth 4634 for kiosks, touchless, signage and accessibility October press release covering IAAPA and also NRF tradeshows — APNews and PRnewswire By  The Industry Group  — Published 11:37 AM MDT, October 13, 2025 WESTMINSTER, Colo., Oct. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The IAAPA Trade Show is the premier global gathering for the attractions industry, bringing together over 40,000 attendees and… Read More »

Olea Kiosks News March 2025

Latest News from Olea Kiosks How to Improve Kiosk Utilization Best Practices, Inspiration, Kiosk Applications March 27, 2025 Tips for better utilization in restaurants, healthcare, venues, airports, and beyond Kiosks are everywhere these days—helping us check in at the airport, place a food order, buy event or park tickets, pay for parking, or even sign in for a healthcare appointment.… Read More »

Kiosk Design – Rapid Prototype Kiosks – Modular

Rapid Prototyping Becoming the Norm for Kiosk Design From Olea Kiosks — Today, businesses are always looking for ways to stay ahead, particularly as it relates to technology adaptation or the next evolution in their digital transformation. Rapid prototyping has emerged as a key strategy, allowing companies to quickly turn ideas into tangible models for testing. This approach… Read More »

Future of travel kiosk technology on display at Mandalay Bay

Travel Kiosks There’s little more frustrating than long lines and delays at the airport. The tech businesses gathered at Mandalay Bay this week are out to eliminate that. Source: www.fox5vegas.com Video story from Future Travel conference highlighting SITA unit. Travel kiosks most often seen are the CLEAR kiosks that are always featured in news stories. The units use… Read More »

Sustainable Self-Service – Eco-Friendly Kiosks – Zero Carbon Footprint

Editors Note – the feature image shows the founder of Olea Kiosks back in 2008. Sorghum kiosk for IBM Anyplace. Zero Carbon Footprint, Green Kiosks, Fitness and Health Kiosks We note developments in the green environmentally sensitive area.  Many companies are adopting a more eco-friendly branding stance and using social mechanisms to inform users on their initiatives towards… Read More »

Patient Kiosk in Healthcare – Top 5 Reasons to Use

Top 5 Reasons Healthcare Embrace Self-Service Kiosks This guide, published by ImageHOLDERS, explores the key benefits of integrating self-service kiosks into healthcare settings and how they contribute to a more efficient, patient-centric approach. Patient check-in kiosk technology is a key driver in modern healthcare In today’s fast-paced world, efficiency is critical, especially in healthcare, where time saved can… Read More »

RFID Tags Self-checkout technology for pro sports venues

Stadium Shopping in Minutes The article discusses the rapid expansion of RFID tags self-checkout technology in merchandise stores within U.S. professional sports venues. This technology enables fans to quickly purchase items using RFID-tagged products, streamlining the shopping experience and reducing wait times at checkout. As a result, stadiums and arenas are seeing higher sales efficiency and improved customer… Read More »

The Must Have WCAG 2.2 AA Checklist by KMA

Must Have WCAG 2.2 AA Checklist by KMA Here is a concise, one-page WCAG 2.2 AA checklist for developers, focusing on practical implementation steps and covering both continuing AA requirements and new 2.2 additions. It is worth noting the process that LG went through in designing accessibility from the start.https://kma.global/lgs-next-gen-kiosks-advance-a-better-life-for-all.  Another recent resource is from McDonalds — McDonald’s Kiosk – Magnification… Read More »

Information Kiosk – Schiphol and Airport Airlines

PRM call point and Travor kiosks Very nice kiosk for Schipol.  Impressive features. I like the wireless audio eliminating the speakers. The new Schiphol airport kiosk ( Schiphol’s new information and transfer kiosks, not specifically the PRM (Persons with Reduced Mobility) Call Point kiosks.) features advanced solutions specifically designed to improve efficiency and comfort for travelers with short transfer times as… Read More »

Antibacterial Touchscreen News – Utah Study on COVID Transmission via Surfaces

Antibacterial Touchscreens – Research Now Shows Little or No Danger Any questions contact [email protected] Seen on sixteen-nine.net For sure touchscreens and self-service reduce the number of infections. Always true and still true. And best practice is to regularly clean screens (soap and water is fine). The study was based on bovine (cattle) mucus and simulated sneeze onto surfaces that… Read More »

Infocomm 2022 Media Partner

Kiosk Association Media Partner for InfoComm 2022 February 2022 Denver – The kiosk association is continuing to serve as an official media partner for the Infocomm tradeshow June 8-10 in Las Vegas. InfoComm 2022 is the once-a-year opportunity to see the latest audiovisual technology, learn the skills that will advance your career, and grow your professional network.  We… Read More »

Wayfinding Solution 22Miles

Wayfinding Solution with Touchless Digital Signage Royal Hawaiian Center is the premier shopping and entertainment destination in the Waikiki neighborhood of Honolulu, Hawaii. The impressive mall features more than 310,000 square feet along a three-block stretch of Waikiki’s famed Kalakaua Avenue. With more than 100 shops and restaurants serving thousands of locals and tourists daily, an innovative technology… Read More »

Lidar Scanner Tutorial

Lidar Scanner Tutorial From Retail Automation The lidar scanner is moving into restaurants and retail in the United States and Japan. You can see that in the Amazon Grab and Go & Just Walk Out for example. One company at the forefront is Hitachi-LG Data Storage from Korea.  They have a Safe Pass product line which covers standalone… Read More »

Olea Kiosks Names Director of Sales

Olea Kiosks, Inc. new Director of Sales is Daniel Olea.  We are personally acquainted with Daniel and he will, undoubtedly, prove to be a strategic advantage. With the new millennials becoming a major segment of users his insight will prove invaluable. Congratulations from all of us at Industry Group! Olea Kiosks®, Inc. Announces Director of Sales – Daniel… Read More »

Wayfinding Kiosk News – Shoptalk to Deploya Acquire Digital

Shoptalk Deploys Digital Wayfinding Technology Contact: Acquire Digital – Troy Engelland Phone: (844) 291-3501 Email: [email protected] Las Vegas, NV, September 2021 – Acquire Digital has announced the sponsorship of a digital wayfinding and directory solution for the upcoming Groceryshop tradeshow. Acquire Digital’s industry-leading interactive wayfinding and indoor navigation platform will be used to help the attendees navigate the show, explore events, and… Read More »

Thermal Kiosk Printer Update

Thermal Kiosk Printer Wide Format High Speed Printing From Multiple Positions When an application calls for an 8.5” printer, kiosk space may be limited. The 814M can be mounted in various ways to lessen the stress of finding space in your kiosk for a wide format printer. Various Communication Ports Whether you connect to a local host or… Read More »

Self-Order Kiosks by Star Micronics

Self-Order Kiosk Solutions for Airports, Restaurants/QSR, & Check In Simplifying self-service Self-ordering kiosk technology is arguably the fastest growing point of sale trend – and for good reason. When a business takes advantage of kiosk technology, increased revenue, streamlined operations, and an improved guest experience become easier than ever to achieve. By choosing Star Micronics as your kiosk… Read More »

Automat Dumplings With Kiosks and Lockers

Noted on Retail Automation August 2021 Brooklyn Dumpling Shop Delivers automat dining to Dallas Click for full-size image — Dumpling Automat In Brief: Combination of automatic self-service ordering + lockers (temp controlled) Couple of kiosks + wall of lockers Vimeo Video of process Franchise opportunities Very nice press coverage Wonderful history of the automat Food looks great! Please come to Denver! Excerpt:… Read More »

New Skincare Kiosk with AI for Retail

Noted on Retail Automation — Maybe “new” isn’t the most accurate word. More like emerged from Pandemic hiatus.  Interesting that original iteration from Samsung and then offloaded. Skincare Kiosk AI in Retail skincare kiosk AI From Trendhunter July 2021 Editors Note:  First time we have seen skin care kiosk, and with AI. Actually makes a lot of sense especially with… Read More »

Friday Wrapup – Self-Service News from News Roundup

Here is our wrap on news this week. News Items Digital Signs for Stadiums – Match Made in Heaven McDonalds AI Drive-Thru Ordering Violates Privacy Laws Nice article on why Casinos are going cashless How To Setup an Automat or Ghost Kitchen Explanation Latest iteration of British Telecom internet kiosk aka Smart City DOOH Display. Looks like they gave up on transactions. Street… Read More »

How To Use Self-Service to Enhance the Customer Experience

Self-Service Customer Experience Benefits New blog entry by Olea Kiosks Jun2021 Best Practices June 9, 2021 Consumer buying behaviors have evolved throughout recent years. Some of that is driven by technological advances, some by social and economic shifts, and some by consumers simply wanting more flexibility. Shortly after the pandemic started, people flocked to fast-food establishments because they… Read More »