Self-Ordering Kiosk New updated Grubbrr section highlighting the different kiosk models that they offer their customers. Looks to us like Pyramid [7 units] are providing the units. From the site — Offer customers an easy-to-use self-service kiosk as an easy and safe alternative to traditional ordering. Our customizable solution drives revenue by eliminating long lines and offering the perfect… Read More »
Self-Order in Stuttgart Video Editors Note: shared post on LinkedIn by Graeme Derby of nice video showing self-order restaurant ordering in Stuttgart, Germany. Posts2025: 2,390
Antimicrobial Kiosk With the recent outbreak of coronovirus, flying to Portland or Phoenix or other locations gives one pause when we consider the many surfaces that we will come in contact with. Being fearful of unclean surfaces is 100% rational and I can personally attest to the discouraging ratio of men in airport restrooms which walk out without… Read More »
Point-of-purchase industry leader Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. reveals new website for 2020 GRAFTON, WI – Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. recently launched its new website design to provide brands and retailers with an industry-driven experience when accessing detailed information about the company’s solutions in the point-of-purchase industry. The website is found at frankmayer.com The updated website showcases… Read More »
Deloitte’s “How AI is Revolutionizing Restaurants” The AI and Restaurants Buzz Research Report by Deloitte isn’t just another “AI is coming” puff piece. Instead, it delivers a data-rich, boots-on-the-ground look at how AI is actually being used in restaurants today and where it’s headed next1. That’s the AI take. Selling it. And you, and me. If you are… Read More »
Kiosk Association Press Release April 2024 PRnewswire link and APNews WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 15, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Kiosk Association’s mission is to inform and educate on self-service. Membership is open to all companies. If you follow accessibility guidelines and encourage ADA contact us at [email protected]. Accessibility is in the news and we’re happy to announce new members… Read More »
Europe Kiosk and Design Best of 2024 Prestop is one of the “more experienced” and mature self-service kiosk providers in the world and we have added the Prestop 32 Evolution kiosk to Best of 2024 Awards. It’s note worthy that we also find out later that SiteKiosk software and Storm AudioNav module our major components. Description The 32-inch… Read More »
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 16, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Olea Kiosks®, Inc., the premier provider of innovative self-service kiosk solutions, is proud to welcome industry veteran Michael Tulloch to its team as Director of Solution Sales. In this role, Tulloch will be responsible for growing the business in Access Control and Transportation. With his ability to build strategic relationships,… Read More »
Coates McDonald’s Digital Menu Boards CMS Announcement by Coates Group on PRNewswire. We tend to be data driven and it would be nice to see some formal confirmation from McDonalds on exactly how this deal is structured, company owned versus franchisees, global versus country. In Brief Coates calls itself “global technology company specializing in digital merchandising solutions” Coates… Read More »
Assisting the Blind and Visually Impaired The biggest challenge is dealing with graphical learning materials, such as curves, charts, models, photos, or any other visual aspect. Most of us utilize visualization every day, but what about the 285 million blind and visually impaired people worldwide? Tactile books are expensive and rare. Audio descriptions don’t work for complex topics.… Read More »
Education and training for digital signage kiosks and POS Training and education are foundational to success in the rapidly evolving digital signage and kiosk industry, where technological advancements and changing user expectations demand a workforce that is both skilled and adaptable. Certification programs, such as those offered by industry organizations, provide professionals with standardized knowledge in hardware, software,… Read More »
Vending Show NAMA The NAMA Show May 7-9 Vegas is vital to the vending industry for several reasons: Innovation and Technology: The show features the latest advancements in vending machines, micro-markets, coffee services, and pantry services. It highlights innovations such as digital payment systems and data analytics tools that enhance consumer convenience and operational efficiency12. Networking and Partnerships:… Read More »
A Framework for Successful Kiosk Rollouts An article on kiosk deployment by Ken Rogers – Principal/General Manager – Deployment Logix Inc. Nice comment from KIOSK Information Systems on LinkedIn my original kiosk manufacturer. At Kiosk Information Systems, we couldn’t agree more with the insights of this article on the complexities of kiosk deployments. As a leader in the… Read More »
MRI Enhances The Battery Atlanta experience with BoldVu® Interactive Digital Kiosks MRI does the nicest and best outdoor displays in our opinion. Their Santa Monica smart city won an award from us earlier this year. This iteration again shows their skill. Pretty sure the original units suffered failures. Outdated are usually simplistic refrigerator-style kiosks with “economical” NIT displays… Read More »
Pixi — 15.6″ Touchscreen Self-Order Countertop The PIXI is probably the smallest self-order terminal in the world. Its footprint fits on an A4 sheet of paper. The powder-coated steel chassis uses the latest Intel® Alder Lake technology. As an entry-level model, the PIXI shines with an attractive price without operators and guests having to compromise on quality. We only use components from well-known manufacturers such as Epson, Newland and Storm. The 15.6″ full HD touchscreen comes from… Read More »
Check Out Our 22Miles 2025 InfoComm Wayfinding App! Looking to see 22Miles in action? We created a 2025 InfoComm Map complete with a full floor plan, booth and amenity locations, and even an AI Assistant! Download the “22Miles IC25” app in the App Store or Google Play store to seamlessly navigate the tradeshow. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/22miles-ic25/id6449453065 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.miles22.ic23&pcampaignid=web_share Higher Education Demo… Read More »
Regulators investigating Connecticut Lottery Corp. over ‘many incidents’ tied to new gaming system IGT having problems with Connecticut Lotter Here is a summary Investigation: The state Department of Consumer Protection is investigating the Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC) and its new contractor, International Game Technology (IGT), for various technical issues with the new retail sales system, including mobile phone… 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 »
QSR Update Lots of news this week. A couple of earnings reports and call by Shakeshack & Burger King. They always throw in some points about kiosks enhancing their profitability and we jot them down for our next ppt. Olo is in the news for bad reason. They lost Wingstop which is doing it in house. And that… Read More »
Healthcare Kiosks Very nice blog by TPGi and their blog – Sept 2023 Healthcare kiosks are a valuable tool for providing a great patient care experience. The advantages for using kiosks in healthcare are numerous, like shorter wait times, streamlined check-in processes, streamlined patient education, and more. Kiosks can also save time and resources, allowing healthcare providers to… Read More »
Kiosks For Sale Some new products are listed on our “Kiosks For Sale” database. The BNR units are listed at $4K but the seller is motivated right now and will accept any offers ([email protected]) Telehealth Bundle — We have limited quantity on these (30 units). These units retail as solutions for over 12K and are brand-new in the… Read More »
NRF Foodservice Innovation Zone The Kiosk Association is an official sponsor for the upcoming Foodservice Innovation Zone being produced at NRF 2024. We are exhibiting in the main show at 1602 (entrance lower level). See our KMA logo on this page: Foodservice Innovation Zone | NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show. We have a couple of free Full Conference passes if… Read More »
Living Spaces Kiosks Colorado We stopped and did a photo tour. Quite the store. They purchased old Sears Grand facility which was huge. North side of Denver near Top Golf and proposed IKEA. Worth noting the marquee image showing portrait has a person touching the BACK button. The person is 5 foot 10 so button is easily 6… Read More »
Top Tags and Categories For all of our posts over the years, we “tag” and “categorize” our posts (since 2014). Here are the top ones: McDonalds Kiosks (83) ADA kiosk (76) Payment Kiosks (59) Retail Kiosks (44) Payment kiosk (40) temperature kiosks (40) PCI Kiosk Kiosk Mode restaurant kiosk digital signage kiosk Categories ADA Kiosk (140) Food Order… Read More »
LG Digital Signage Software Read the full article on Sixteen-Nine.Net In Brief Display signage for retail qsr is the highest capital cost (aka big potato), albeit by themselves low margin Selling those though often means selling a bunch of “small potatoes”, many with much higher profit As Haynes sums it up — Recurring SaaS CMS revenue is the gift… Read More »
NEWS PROVIDED BY Kiosk Manufacturer Association 14 Aug, 2023, 17:07 ET WESTMINSTER, Colo., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Kiosk Industry and Kiosk Manufacturer Association: Our features — We have running wrap on upcoming tradeshows such as IAAPA Orlando, DSE in Vegas and NRF. NRF is doing a new Food Service Innovation Zone this year and we are a sponsor. At IAAPA we will have two premium outdoor… Read More »
Restaurant ADA and Assistive Technology QSRMagazine ran a nice article from TPGi on ADA and restaurants. There are certainly legal considerations and given the upcoming actions by U.S. Access Board and maybe more importantly the recent DOJ NPRM, restaurants need to ask themselves a couple of questions (with your litigation team present). Thanks to Laura of Vispero for… Read More »
Kiosk Industry Self Service News April 2023 DENVER, Colo., April 13, 2023 — PRNewswire & APnews Contact: [email protected] with any questions. From Kiosk Manufacturer Association – A couple of deadlines approaching and very nice conversational AI. SMBs invited to NRF Small Business Fly-In in D.C. July 11-12. Topic is swipe fee reform & credit card competition. They will… Read More »
Facial Recognition Turning Retail On Its Face Very nice writeup on Retail and Restaurant on facial recognition by Thibaud Denolle of ACRELEC America. You can contact Thibaud at his LinkedIn or by email. Summary of Facial Biometrics in Retail Technology Overview: Facial biometrics uses AI for identity verification via facial features. Real-World Applications: Brands like Steak n’ Shake… Read More »
ISE Europe Digital Signage Tradeshow The Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025 event will be held from February 4 to 7, 2025, at the Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via. ISE is a world-renowned annual tech show for the systems integration and audiovisual industry. The ISE Europe website includes information about the event, such as registration details, exhibitor lists, floor… Read More »
Self-Service Trends 2025 “AI for Kiosks and More: Must-Know Self-Service Trends for 2025” by DynaTouch provides insights into the latest trends shaping the self-service kiosk industry in 2025. The rapid technological advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI), have significantly influenced self-service kiosks, transforming both customer interactions and internal processes. Key Trends Meaningful AI Integration AI is revolutionizing how… Read More »
KT Group’s CEO Kenneth Larsen Nominated for Induction into the Kiosk Hall of Fame KT Group is proud to announce that its founder and CEO, Kenneth Larsen, has been nominated for induction into the prestigious Kiosk Hall of Fame 2025. This honor recognizes Kenneth’s 20 years of leadership, innovation, and impact in the self-service industry. The Kiosk Industry… Read More »
Self Service Europe Kiosks Come of Age It’s easy to think of and see US iterations of self-service, but we Americans often forget (and sometimes dismiss) that Europe is a hotbed for self-service. Counterless kiosk-only restaurants are the norm, and instead of 3 or 4 kiosks, you can see 10-15. (In the US, see McDonald’s Counterless with only Self-Order Kiosks… Read More »
So How Much Does it Cost to Service a Kiosk Questions we are asked include just what are the usual service and maintenance costs associated with a kiosk. Determining the service cost for a kiosk involves several factors. We’ll put all the “details” aside for now. Here is real life “current” example of request. SOW SCOPE OF WORK_Final… 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 »