And The Winners Are LG’s new self-order kiosk offers easy access for all and smart chat features — What stands out about LG’s newest kiosk is how it puts access first. Instead of treating ease of use as something added later, the system uses voice-driven AI so people can speak their choices – browsing options, selecting items, finishing… Read More »
Cover photo provided by the Consumer Technology Association. CES 2026 Preview Economic uncertainty hangs across much of the globe, but technology remains on the march. AI spending will continue to rise in 2026, with 68% of CEOs increasing investment, according to Teneo, the CEO advisory firm. Next week’s CES show in Las Vegas (Jan. 6-9) will preview much… Read More »
FAQ — the Top Level for Self-Service This FAQ is maintained by The Industry Group and KioskIndustry.org editors, drawing on three decades of deployment experience across retail, QSR, healthcare, government, and transportation. To make comments or suggestions email [email protected] What is a self‑service kiosk? A self‑service kiosk is a customer or employee activated device (via touchscreen, voice, presence,… Read More »
Tesla Kiosk For Those Without An App Tesla appears to be silently rolling out a significant change to its new V4 Supercharger stations: the removal of individual credit card terminals in favor of a centralized payment hub. New photos and reports indicate that at select new V4 sites, the individual contactless payment readers, previously a hallmark of the… Read More »
Kiosks, Touchless, and Wayfinding at NRF NYC APNews and PRnewswire == By The Industry Group Published 10:28 AM MST, December 15, 2025 – Twenty different participating companies at the show available to meet – WESTMINSTER, Colo., Dec. 15, 2025 — See and meet The Industry Group and Kiosk Association at National Retail Federation Big Show in NYC in January at… Read More »
Our 2026 award winners for excellence in self-service in 2025 Join us in NYC in January 2026 at NRF for our 2025 Awards Winners. The real winners here are employees and customers that have seen direct benefit thanks to the people involved. This is awarded and noted by peers. There is no entry fee or corporate sponsorship. The… Read More »
Selecting an OS for your Kiosk When we ask kiosk manufacturers which OS do they prefer, we always know the answer — “Whatever the client asks for…”. Having said that it is hard to escape the legacy in kiosks that Windows has created, and in digital signage as well. Point of Sale and Vending for that matter. Thanks… Read More »
A look at kiosks, digital signage, lockers and other self-service trends Kiosks, Digital Signage & Unattended Retail Metrics by the Kiosk Association — (TIG and the kiosk association compiles this data for the benefit of is members and supporters. The KMA does not sell the report but provides it on an inform and educate basis.) Self-service technology has… Read More »
Thinking about AI I am a writer. Always have been. I actually have many fans of my writing. For sure I have critics. It comes with the territory. My english teachers/professors rotated between gifted and you’ll never be a writer. Little did I know they were all wrong. I am glad I ignored all of them. This weekend… Read More »
Where Kiosks, Digital Signage & Unattended Retail Deliver ROI We are constantly asked. “Where does self-service technology these days benefit the retailer and the customer. Self-service technology has moved far beyond simple ticketing or check-in. In 2025–2026, the strongest growth is coming from multi-modal automation ecosystems — kiosks, digital signage, vending, AI-driven POS, smart lockers, and cloud analytics.… Read More »
Other Self-Service Verticals We Cover The Industry Group delivers comprehensive, vertically-focused coverage across the entire self-service technology ecosystem — from kiosks and digital signage to point-of-sale (POS), retail automation, and smart-city infrastructure. As a specialist media and data platform, the Group’s editorial mandate spans multiple adjacent verticals to meet the needs of OEMs, system integrators, service providers and… Read More »
Visit Booth 4634 for Ticketing kiosks, Touchless, and Wayfinding at IAAPA WESTMINSTER, Colo., Nov. 13, 2025 — See and meet The Industry Group and Kiosk Association at the IAAPA Trade Show. Featured in the booth – Pyramid Computer with kiosks, digital signage and embedded computing, AcquireDigital – digital wayfinding software and digital signage, Sitekiosk with interactive digital signage… Read More »
A Look at the Past and Into The Future with Digital Signage or Better Digital Screenage Digital signage has come a long way—from flickering neon and bulky CRT displays to today’s ultra-thin, AI-enhanced, cloud-managed systems. Yet, despite the explosive growth and visibility of digital signage in every sector—from retail to airports—its history has remained surprisingly under-documented. This post… Read More »
Here is our free listing database External Links Digital Signage — digital-signage.blog + AVIXA xchange Payment & POS — kioskindustry.org Retail automation and Vending – retailsystems.org Edge computing like thin client, miniPC and media players (hardware as rule) Patient Kiosk Healthcare — patientkiosk.io New AI focus portals https://ai-computer.me https://automation-ai.org https://vending-retail.com https://voiceorder.net https://vending-ai.org Supplemental Menu Boards — menu-board.net EV Charging — ev-charging-stations.org Asia Group — kioskasia.org Europe… Read More »
Takeaway on global kiosk market — A more conservative, “real” estimate from direct industry participants—especially in the U.S.—often puts the true kiosk sector (excluding ATM, vending, and all tangential categories) at closer to $8–15 billion globally for core interactive and self-service kiosks. Below is how we define the core kiosk sector and why third-party numbers often overstate its… Read More »
Who and What Kiosk Industry is As a visitor of the Kiosk Industry, you are most likely involved in the self-service industry either as a supplier or a buyer. Welcome. Advisory Board — Funding and governance Kiosk Industry Group is a collaborative hub for the self-service kiosk industry, curated by editor Craig Keefner. We serve as an independent… Read More »
Supplier and Vendor Companies in Kiosk Industry Discover the world’s leading supplier and vendor companies in the kiosk industry, offering solutions for self-service technology, retail, hospitality, healthcare, and more. From kiosk manufacturers to AI-powered assistive devices, this directory connects businesses with innovative partners who deliver hardware, software, accessories, and comprehensive consulting services. Explore recognized kiosk industry leaders and… Read More »
IAAPA Kiosk Update – 2025 In 2025 we are once again at IAAPA in Orlando . The IAAPA Expo in November 2025 takes place from November 17 to November 21, 2025 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. We are members of IAAPA. Use IAAPA Connect+ on mobile or Email [email protected] or text me at 720-324-1837… Read More »
We are #2203 for NRF NY. See our portal page. We are in #2203 for NRF NY. Here is our portal page. January 11-13 at the Javits Center in New York City. Level 1 center aisle across from Business France. Looking for an exhibitor? We are also participating in the NRF Tech Tour and will be visited twice a… Read More »
Opinion on Digital Signage and Interactive Digital Signage (and Kiosks) We have been reviewing the WikiPedia entry for Digital Signage and have a few modifications we would like to make. Bear in mind that we are big supporter of Wikipedia and donate financially to their support. Like the Wayback Machine they provide information not available anywhere else. Display… Read More »
Signage and accessibility on display at Future Travel Show WESTMINSTER, Colo., Aug. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Widely regarded as “the CES for aviation,” FTE Global continues to redefine the future of air transport, returning to Long Beach, California in 2025. Join The Industry Group for this landmark event, once again co-located with APEX/IFSA Global EXPO, forming the largest and… Read More »
Multiple quotes, components, China, RFP Templates and more. Free self-service quotes. Thanks for visiting and we are happy to help, for free. Typically we distribute your request to all of the members and they will respond to you. We are happy to connect you with members for getting a quote We can arrange quotes for components and related… Read More »
The Why and For Options For Participating The Industry Group by Craig Keefner is industrygroup.org . My email is [email protected] — Craig originally founded the kiosk industry group in 1998. Helped start kioskmarketplace with Networld (now I am helping shut it down…) Easiest entry is to sign up for the monthly newsletter. We only communicate with legitimate email… Read More »
Request for Information Thanks for visiting and we are happy to help. Typically we distribute your request to all of the members and they will respond to you. Craig can respond personally if you prefer. [email protected] [email protected] You can text Craig at 720-324-1837 Top Ten Self-Service Products Our Members Provide Kiosk Enclosures – indoor, outdoor, standard, custom Kiosk… Read More »
Vending Automation at NAMA The future of unattended retail was on full display last week at the Las Vegas Convention Center. And the take-home for the approximately 5,200 attendees at the three-day NAMA Show was that the future has already arrived, thanks to the rapid pace of self-service technology and the consumer’s rising acceptance of self-service. We were… Read More »
A Web-Centric View of Accessibility With Demographic Data We encourage accessibility. Accessible self service is the ideal for us. If we had one wish, it would be that self-service accessibility for all be treated much like safety. Seat belts and airbags benefit everyone. They are not optional for auto manufacturers. Emissions control is another. I drive a 2006… Read More »
National Restaurant Association Show 2025 and Kiosk Association Press release PR Newswire — APNews release WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Come see Kiosk Manufacturer Association (KMA) in booth 8030 (NRA site). Self-order kiosks and smart food vending will be highlighted, implementing interactive and static digital signage (software and hardware), and how to incorporate menu and… Read More »
National Restaurant Association Show 2025 and Kiosk Association Visit Booth 8030 for Kiosks and Digital Signage at National Restaurant Association Show — As seen on APnews and also PRnewswire WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Come see Kiosk Manufacturer Association (KMA) in booth 8030 (NRA site). Self-order kiosks and smart food vending will be highlighted, implementing interactive and static digital signage… Read More »
Video Watch Page Resource Benefits of Restaurant Kiosks by Acrelec Video EAA Compliance – Acrelec Video Demonstation Digital Signage ADA Accessibility Video Demonstration More Videos https://vimeo.com/1120914671?fl=ip&fe=ec https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1119163917 https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1117191349 https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1091933211 Video watch landing page to assist with indexing Posts 2026: 1,121
Book Vending Machines Book vending machines are innovative devices designed to dispense books instead of traditional vending machine items like snacks or drinks. They have become popular tools for promoting literacy and encouraging reading, particularly in educational settings. We asked one of our vetted members in China for what they quote. This company also builds Amazon Hubs, Sams… 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 »
Kiosk Service Support Considerations As kiosks slowly became mission-critical, many users didn’t factor in the operational changes. Cover photo note: The out-of-order kiosks are by NCR. Not commonly known yet but NCR has departed airline kiosk business and those kiosks are all EOL/EOS. They are in process of being replaced by Embross (which bought business from IBM way… Read More »
Solar Powered Kiosks A new solar-powered kiosk at the corner of Main and Bank streets in downtown Stamford on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. The kiosks, which come from Cambridge-based Soofa, feature information on weather, air quality and a map of downtown. News link and full story. Ignacio Laguarda / Hearst Connecticut Media Stamford, Connecticut, has installed four new… Read More »
See Kiosk Industry at HIMSS By Kiosk Manufacturer Association Published 4:07 AM MST, February 17, 2025 WESTMINSTER, Colo., Feb. 17, 2025 — Kiosk Association: Come see us in booth 3165 (HIMSS site) at the Venetian for the HIMSS Healthcare conference. Say hello, make connections and setup meeting. Patient check-in, accessibility tools for UX and usability, visitor registration and even wristband… Read More »
Kiosk Report – Los Alamos kiosk_paper.html The 1995 Los Alamos Kiosk Paper This paper, titled “The Los Alamos Kiosk System,” was published in 1995 by researchers from Los Alamos National Laboratory. The primary authors were E. James Purcell and Michelle M. Hall. Key Points The paper describes an innovative kiosk system developed at Los Alamos National Laboratory for… Read More »