Giada Embedded Compute for Lockers, POS and more

embedded compute

From Thin Client — Giada is expanding its embedded portfolio with Intel Alder Lake-N and Twin Lake-N motherboards designed for intelligent self-service and edge deployments. The new IB2‑281 Pico‑ITX, IB3‑281 3.5‑inch SBC, and CB4‑208‑U1 Thin Mini‑ITX boards target compact kiosks, smart lockers, POS terminals, and queue management systems that demand 24/7 reliability and low power consumption. The same… Read More: Giada Embedded Compute for Lockers, POS and more »

Tiger Report offers multi-faceted insight on self-service kiosk industry’s double-digit growth

Report Overview The self-service kiosk industry continues to expand at a fast pace, driven by evolving automation technology and growing customer acceptance of self-service in nearly all venues. Companies and organizations seeking to understand this technology-intensive sector now have a comprehensive and easy-to-understand resource, the Tiger 2026 Market Report, courtesy of the Kiosk Manufacturer Association and The Industry… Read More: Tiger Report offers multi-faceted insight on self-service kiosk industry’s double-digit… »

Infocomm 2026: Pro AV amplifies customer experience, goes multi-channel; 10 takeaways

Photo provided by AVIXA. Trade Show Report InfoComm 2026 made one thing clear: Pro AV is no longer just about better hardware. It is becoming the infrastructure for broadcast-grade workplaces, AI-assisted production and more adaptive experiences across enterprise, retail, education and events.  That shift matters because the industry is now being shaped by more than display specs or… Read More: Infocomm 2026: Pro AV amplifies customer experience, goes multi-channel; 10… »

MRO players – Industrial Vending

industrial vending

MRO or Industrial Vending Companies Here’s a working list of MRO-focused industrial vending providers (maintenance, repair, operations), including and expanding what we know. TIG Intel Insight: MRO (maintenance, repair and operations) Expert commentary by Elliot Maras , Kiosk Industry Group Field basis: Elliot Maras 30 years in automation Extract: MRO/Industrial Vending Companies portal Commentary: Few sectors of the… Read More: MRO players – Industrial Vending »

Infocomm 2026 in Las Vegas: How AV innovation powers retail personalization

Image provided by AVIXA. Infocomm 2026 Preview As retail continues to evolve, organizations are rethinking how physical spaces connect with digital platforms, using technology to deliver more engaging and responsive customer experiences. At InfoComm 2026, attendees will explore retailers’ newest approaches to the in-store experience – using AI, content and connected systems to bridge physical and digital engagement.… Read More: Infocomm 2026 in Las Vegas: How AV innovation powers retail… »

24/7 Service with Multi-Scenario AI Drink Kiosks

robotic kiosk

Anno fits into the growing category of AI-powered unattended retail and robotic foodservice, competing in areas adjacent to: Coffee robots Bartender robots Ice cream kiosks Automated beverage preparation Robotic vending This is a segment seeing rapid growth, especially in Asia, airports, shopping centers, and high-labor-cost environments. Press Release SHENZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA, June 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — In the… Read More: 24/7 Service with Multi-Scenario AI Drink Kiosks »

National Restaurant Show 2026: In search of the unified tech stack – 10 takeaways to consider, exhibits review

National Restaurant Show 2026 AI makes it easier to get things done faster. But putting it in place to work right in an operation with hundreds (if not thousands) of moving parts like commercial foodservice can be overwhelming.  This week’s National Restaurant Show 2026 at Chicago’s McCormick Place showcased technological strides in every aspect of foodservice operations: ordering,… Read More: National Restaurant Show 2026: In search of the unified tech… »

National Restaurant Show 2026: Will self service drive the AI restaurant ecosystem?

National Restaurant Show, May 16-19, McCormick Place, Chicago The race is on in the restaurant space. Consumers, time pressed and increasingly tech savvy, rely on commercial foodservice for their daily meals, inflation notwithstanding.  To meet this demand, foodservice operators cannot take a breather in acquiring the most cost efficient tools at their disposal. No small feat for an… Read More: National Restaurant Show 2026: Will self service drive the AI… »

NAMA 2026: AI-drives opportunities for unattended retail; 9 takeaways to consider

AI plays a key role in convenience services post-COVID rebound “Fresh Food, No Kitchen Required” was how Aramark Refreshments greeted visitors at Imagination Way, the entry point at the NAMA 2026 trade show in Los Angeles last week. That theme carried itself throughout the Los Angeles Convention Center as attendees discovered the myriad ways unattended retail technology enables… Read More: NAMA 2026: AI-drives opportunities for unattended retail; 9 takeaways to… »

Convenience services: From commoditization to specialization

NAMA 2026 in Los Angeles Has there ever been a more exciting time to be in the convenience services industry? Take a look at the education schedule for NAMA 2026 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, April 22-24. The capabilities introduced by AI and related technologies have unleashed extensive possibilities for delivering white glove quality service in an… Read More: Convenience services: From commoditization to specialization »