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.

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 »

Wayfinding Software by 22Miles

Digital Wayfinding Software News 22Miles, a global leader in digital signage wayfinding software and interactive digital solutions, released its Tradeshow AI Assistant: a custom-trained conversational AI tool that streamlines event operations and attendee support via an engaging, user-friendly and responsive chat interface. This solution offers a first-of-its-kind experience, leveraging the 22Miles generative AI solution integrated with the brand’s… Read More »

Kiosk Benefits – Are You Ready for 20-30% Lift Ticket?

Are You Ready for 20-30% Lift Ticket? Many restaurants in the industry begin their self-service technology journey with a pole-mounted tablet solution. However, these solutions don’t significantly disrupt consumer behaviors to increase ticket size and ROI. Additionally, they break down easily, the entire unit has to be replaced when this happens, and this solution is often scrapped in… 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 »

Wayfinding Whitepaper Changing Dynamics Building Office Layouts

With a large swath of the workforce and students returning to work or campuses, executives are focused on two main areas: safety and agility. This informative white paper explores the topic of the ongoing transformation of the office that is now happening. This transformation is introducing technologies and innovations into our daily lives that are modernizing the world in… 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 »

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 »

Four Important Rules for Healthcare Stations and Kiosks

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 »

Orphan Posts

Listing of Orphan Posts To make sure google has these kiosk pages indexed we include them here. Voice command kiosk Hall of Fame KIosks Postage Kiosks Alcohol Kiosks Digital Gift Card Report Blackhawk Bitcoin ATM Kiosk Market Update – Crypto European Accessibility EAA Guidelines & Storm Interface HIMSS 2024 Kiosk Industry – Feb Press Release Connecticut Lottery –… Read More »

Revolutionizing User Session Security in an AI-Driven World

The Future of User Session Security with FaceLock™ in Our Spring Newsletter! FaceLock AI will be a significant part of the City of Santa Rosa and the CO projects We’re excited to share the latest advancements transforming self-service technology. We invite you to explore these feature highlights of our Spring 2024 Newsletter — the introduction of FaceLock™, a cutting-edge security enhancement… Read More »

Zebra Technologies Q4 2014 – Year of Android

Zebra Technologies Update Zebra Q4 2014 Earnings Call March 17th.  All product categories grew with record shipments of desktop printers and notable activity in mobile and tabletop printers. In addition, supplies posted its best quarter ever Android made substantial progress during the year as the industry embraced the operating system as an effective alternative to Microsoft. We now… 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 »

Connecticut Lottery – IGT Issues

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 »

Antimicrobial Kiosk – School Test Chromebooks

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 »

QSR and POS Update November

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 »

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 »

Kiosk Industry Newsletter October 2023

Kiosk Industry IAAPA and NRF WESTMINSTER, Colo., Oct. 16, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Kiosk Industry and Kiosk Manufacturer Association News: Trade Shows — IAAPA is next month and here is our preview. Outdoor ticketing, wristband dispense. In January we are at NRF and are a sponsor of the NRF Foodservice Innovation Zone. We have two full passes to give away for… 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 »

Taco Bell Kiosk – Restaurant Tech News

First digital dine-in kiosk from Taco Bell.

Source: www.behance.net

To illustrate the long cycle of development to deployment, consider this “post examination” of Taco Bell self-order kiosk UX from January 2014.  Last week TB pushed out a bit of news that it actually may be actually going to do it.  I wonder if the original engineers are even there…More likely they rewrote  using this as style model.

China Kiosk & Vending Show Moves to Shanghai

SHANGHAI, China, July 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — As the biggest event dedicated to the Vending and OCS industry in…

Source: www.prnewswire.com

SHANGHAI, ChinaJuly 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — As the biggest event dedicated to the Vending and OCS industry in Asia, the 12th China International Self-Service, Kiosk & Vending Show will move to Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) and will be held from 16-18 September, 2015Covering an area of 25,000 square meters, the show is expected to attract more than 500 exhibitors and 20,000 visitors from home and abroad.

Concurrent show: China International Digital Signage, Audio Visual Integration and Equipment show.

Exhibits Profile

The show offers an excellent networking platform for all participants to experience the latest innovative technologies and market development trends in   Vending and OCS industry at home and abroad. Exhibiting products include vending machines; machine accessories, components and spare parts, services; currency recognition system; self-service terminals and solutions; payment systems; mobile payment terminal equipment; self-help printing equipment; vended beverage, coffee and foods; remote data transmission, and other products and solutions. China Self-service, Kiosk & Vending Show provides an incomparable platform for exhibitors and visitors to exchange ideas, promote businesses and reinforce relationships in the vending and OCS industry.  

On-site Events

A series of educational programs will be held concurrently including 2015 Worldwide Vending Operators Conference; Award Ceremony in Vending Industry; Intelligent Innovation and Transformation in Retail, etcAttendees can learn about advanced and successful experiences from developed countries including USAJapan, European countries and the current market status in Chinafrom our event. All these educational programs can help us to tap international trade channels between Chinese and overseas markets, to jointly explore the solutions to challenges and development opportunities and to promote the steady, healthy and sustainable development of the Chinese Vending & OCS industry.

“Smart Day”, presented by five experience sections including Smart  Mall, Smart Hotel, Smart Class, Smart Restaurant & Smart Waiting Room will be decorated by the newest technologies and products provided by our exhibitors to offer audiences an interactive experience of smart life in the future. Decision makers from leading brands in Retail, Hotel, Education, Catering and Transportation industries will be invited to experience by themselves. The effective interaction will comprehensively demonstrate how digital signage can improve customer communication across a wide range of industries.

Overseas Partners

The China International Self-Service, Kiosk & Vending Show has been held successfully for 11 years and is the most influential event dedicated to Vending & OCS industry in Asia. Our show has receivedstrong support from overseas associations such as: NAMA (National Automatic Merchandising Association); EVA (European Vending Association); ANEDA (Asociación Nacional Española de Distribuidores Automáticos) and JVMA (Japan Vending Machine Manufacturers Association). China is a rapidly-developing country and a huge potential market. As a professional organizer of China Vending Show for more than ten years, we are dedicating ourselves to Chinese market and will continue learning from mature markets in developed countries. We work hard together with everyone engaged in this industry to contribute to the sustainable development of China Vending industry.

2014 Overview

2014 China International Self-Service, Kiosk, Vending Show has attracted 13197 visitors from more than 50 countries and witnessed a growth of 23.4 percent compared with the previous year. The total exhibition area reached 25,000 square meters, more than 500 well-known companies including Fuji Bingshan, Aucma, CPI(MEI), Easy Touch, Leiyun Feng, Snow, Miquan, Zhongji, Junpeng, Le Vending, Jinhe, Fulei, ITL, Fujitsu, JCM, Minhao, Kubota, Intel, Hantai and others came to our large event. Among all the visitors according to statistics, 39.81 percent attended for collecting market information; 32.23 percent were looking for a partner; 11.37 percent visited the show for future exhibiting; 13.51 percent came to purchase, and 3.08 percent  attended for on-site conference. The China Vending Show promotes a better and more functional interaction between sellers and buyers.

Exhibition Space is now on sale!

Leading companies have confirmed their participation in the 12th China Self-service, Kiosk & Vending Show including Fuji Bingshan, KUBOTA, AUCMA, Sanden, FUJITSU, Panasonic, KIMMA, LEIYUNFENG, EASY TOUCH, UBOX, LOTTE and others. Exhibition space is now on sale. Come and join us to showcase your products and solutions in front of more than 20,000 professional visitors dedicated to the Vending & OCS industry.

Special reminder: For booth reservations, please note that the only organizer and sales company is Shanghai UBM Sinoexpo International Exhibition Co., Ltd.

Contact us for more details:

Shanghai UBM Sinoexpo International Exhibition Co., Ltd. VDS Team
Tel: +86 21 3339 2569
Contact: Ms. Kim Chen
Email: [email protected] 
Website:www.chinavending.com.cn

SOURCE UBM Sinoexpo

Amazon Vending Machine Competitor Vicki

Amazon Vending Machine Apple has Siri. Amazon has Alexa. This summer Tom Murn will have Vicki, a vending machine endowed with artificial intelligence that will be popping up in college cafeterias, drugstores, hospital waiting rooms and offices around town, and could change the way New Yorkers shop. Shaped like an iPhone but as big as a refrigerator, the… Read More »

College Campus Kiosks Transform Higher Education

From Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. Blog — February 15, 2021, Katie Kochelek As standard and custom kiosks spawn innovation and provide convenience across several industries, college campuses can capitalize on many of the same benefits for students, faculty, and staff. From streamlining student services to delivering information and ensuring public safety, there are countless opportunities for college campus kiosks to transform… 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 »

Kiosk Remote Monitoring Update

Updated tutorial and resources: Kiosk Remote monitoring software comes in many configurations. Alerts, remote access, PC diags, activity, reports customized or not. Very strong systems.  Here are some considerations: 

  • Heartbeat (is it up or down?)
  • Statistics on usage
  • Custom reports
  • Configuration of behaviour
  • Reconfiguration
  • Remote access client
  • Patch management
  • Batch updates
  • Batch enrollments
  • 3G or 4G redundancy
  • Backups (now you need security)
  • Remote power cycle
  • Physical access to machine internally
  • Cash or currency involved?

Source: kioskindustry.org