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 »
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 »
Self-Checkout Innovation – Germany A very informative paper (88 pages?) on self-checkout innovation over the last few years. Thanks to Zahdan of Pyramid Computer (one of the featured examples) for pointing this out. The guide summarizes the status and future of self-checkout (SCO) systems in retail. It notes that SCO systems are becoming increasingly popular as they offer… Read More »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Reprinted from Olea Blog.. Thanks! AUGUST 28, 2015 TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL INTERACTIVE KIOSK DEPLOYMENT Interactive kiosks are everywhere! Nearly every day in the news there is a new story of kiosks being deployed in a wide variety of applications intended to create greater efficiency in a variety of industries, including retail, food service, casino gaming, government agencies,… Read More »
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 »
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 »
See Latest Airport Technology We are in C10 at FTE Long Beach with accessibility and bag-checking kiosks. September 9-11. We are in C10. FTE Global 2025 Floor Plan (1)-compressed Email [email protected] or you can fill out form. Widely regarded as “the CES for aviation”, FTE Global continues to redefine the future of air transport, returning to Long Beach,… Read More »
News from 22Miles a leader in digital signage software Here is the August 2025 update for 22Miles, one of the leaders in digital signage software. If updates take too long, integrations are limited, or your vendor’s “support” feels like an afterthought, it may be time to switch. Our latest blog breaks down the top reasons organizations replace their signage… Read More »
From digital-signage.blog Ongoing saga of Amazon in-store advertising this time Grab and Go. Interesting how it works and doesn’t work in iteration like Whole Foods. More and more stores pushing own less expensive brand over suppliers they carry. How does S2992 bill play with this? Interview with Alfi, who provides AI-generated in-store advertising. The RCE article leads with… Read More »
Digital Signage Solution Trade Show – InfoComm 2022 Notes Here is our summary page for InfoComm. We wish we were going but… Exhibits are June 8-10 and its the LVCC. Probably the biggest non-exhibiting exhibitor at InfoComm 2022 is 22Miles. Hard to miss right there at the Las Vegas Convention Center and the massive LED fine pitch signage.… Read More »
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 »
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 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 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, 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 »
Kohls Kiosk – EV Charging Kiosks Kohls News Road trip to Kohl’s last night. Usually, a trip to Kohls’s is to return something to Amazon. They serve as an incoming return center and are pretty handy. We use Kohls as a pickup point for Amazon orders to family in Minnesota who live in apartment complexes with unsecure package… Read More »
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 »
Kiosk Tradeshow News – What’s Coming Up? From PRNewswire and AP News InfoComm (AVIXA) is the biggest digital signage AV show in the U.S. KMA is an official media partner. See a list of exhibitors and information. We have rated this as a “green light” for safety given the safety protocols exceed the recommended CDC guidelines. October 27-29… Read More »
Dunkin Donuts Kiosk From Boston.com Sep 2021 In Brief All digital Same # of employees Contactless pickup First time we have seen cash handling recycling provided in this configuration. Those are Crane CI-10s. Not a lot of information otherwise Acrelec and Glory attributed Excerpts: On Tuesday, Massachusetts-based Dunkin’ will celebrate the grand opening of its very first digital-only… Read More »
Voter Registration Kiosk News New voting kiosks for the university. Excerpt: By Erin Davis Published: Aug. 26, 2021 at 4:45 PM MDT MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – It’s a race where the only running involved is too the polls. But before lining up, voters must register. And that’s exactly the purpose of the new voter registration kiosks unveiled by Alabama Secretary… Read More »
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 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 »
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 »
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 »
Digital Signage Tradeshow News InfoComm 2021 Looks to be a very good show this yet. Kicking it off WAS the Digital Mixer Event that Sixteen:Nine was to be hosting. Took all of 36 hours to get a full set of sponsors. Unfortunately, travel for Canadians is problematic. Registration for that event is expected sometime after labor day. Exhibits… Read More »
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 »
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 »
UCP has joined the Retail Solution Providers Association UCP be attending the RetailNOW show this July in Nashville. If you would like to meet at the show and discuss the future of payments in the self-service space send me a message. Unattended Card Payments is a Vegas-based P2PE Validated Key Injection Facility and value-added-reseller. UCP specializes in assisting… Read More »
Zebra Kiosk Blog Post by Richard Thompson Feb 2021 COVID-19 has been a catalyst of change in a way unseen since the Second World War. Its impact on every industry has been immediate, significant and in some cases devastating. And though many expect the economic repercussions of coronavirus to outlive the pandemic, it is the unprecedented changes we are… Read More »