Vending + OCS Nation
Taylor Vaughan, CEO of Culinary Express, SPG Vending and Company Coffee Shop, explains why growth isn’t always good growth, how independent operators can compete with national...
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How forward-thinking convenience services operators can capitalize on changing employee preferences with purpose-driven beverage offerings
Aug. 27, 2026
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See how autonomous retail is helping colleges expand food access, reduce wait times, generate new revenue, and improve the student experience—without adding operational complexity...
June 24, 2026
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Learn how universities are bringing 24/7 food and essentials directly to residence halls while increasing revenue, reducing labor challenges, and enhancing campus life.
June 24, 2026
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The convenience services industry is entering a new era as smart markets, evolving consumer expectations and economic pressures reshape vending and unattended retail. Join Automatic...
July 14, 2026

Vending & OCS Nation

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365 Retail Markets
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Operators are using transaction histories, consumption data and client communication to plan refreshment service for workplace demand that can peak midweek, drop sharply on Friday...
Aug. 27, 2026
Two Sonoma wine tastings offer a reminder for convenience services operators: You can win more business by asking questions, listening to your customers and prospects, and tailoring...
Aug. 12, 2026
Pot O' Gold Coffee Service
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Pot O' Gold Coffee Service says offices across King County are reviewing beverage programs as workplace attendance patterns continue to evolve.
Aug. 12, 2026
Lavazza has launched its Tablì single-serve system in the United States, using compressed tabs made entirely from coffee rather than capsules.
Aug. 6, 2026

Micro Market

Vending + OCS Nation
Buffalo Strive founder Jon Corto explains how lessons from the NFL shaped the way he hires, leads and builds his convenience services business.
Aug. 18, 2026
Workplace refreshment operations in Nashville are getting a larger Five Star facility designed to improve efficiency and support continued customer growth.
Aug. 7, 2026
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Micro market customers are demanding more than snacks. They're looking for recognizable brands, satisfying options and restaurant-quality experiences. The data shows that operators...
Aug. 6, 2026
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Oasis Breakroom Services founder Aaron Lawton says a good breakroom takes more than products and equipment. Here are six ways operators can help clients turn an overlooked space...
Aug. 5, 2026

Equipment

AVS Companies has inked an agreement to distribute three arcade titles from Blue Motion Games to amusement operators across North America. The agreement adds John Wick: Continental...
Aug. 25, 2026
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The Spectra Pro Snack and Drink delivers a premium, AI‑-powered retail experience with enhanced interactivity, real‑-time promotions, and intelligent visual signaling. Designed...
Aug. 24, 2026
T-ROC / California Pizza
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Automated food kiosks will bring California Pizza Kitchen menu items to airports, universities, hospitals and other high traffic locations. T-ROC Global will provide deployment...
Aug. 21, 2026
AVS Companies offers the IDW GFV-400 with a robotic delivery system designed for reliable cold beverage vending.
Aug. 20, 2026

Technology

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Nayax plans to acquire IPS Group for $350 million, adding smart parking payments, software and hardware to its unattended commerce platform.
Aug. 25, 2026
Cantaloupe, a 365 Retail Markets Company
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Cantaloupe and Weweimi are integrating AI-enabled Smart Coolers with Seed Pro and Seed Markets to give convenience services operators another connected retail option.
Aug. 20, 2026
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A ransomware attack disrupted Fairlife production. While the company was able to get back on relatively quickly, the breach highlighted why convenience services operators need...
July 29, 2026
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The House-passed legislation would require equipment-impact testing before the Treasury adopts a lower-cost nickel. It also would formalize the end of penny production and allows...
July 20, 2026

Products

The Hershey Company
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Hershey’s is expanding its chocolate portfolio with 2.2-ounce Creme Bars and 8.4-ounce snack-size pouches in two new flavors.
Sept. 1, 2026
Pringles is expanding its salty snack portfolio with three Dippers varieties and a new Sweet & Salty Mingles flavor.
Aug. 28, 2026
PepsiCo is expanding its Mountain Dew and Trolli collaboration with a tropical beverage designed around growing interest in sweet-and-spicy flavors.
Aug. 28, 2026
Mondelēz International
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CLIF is adding Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip and Cinnamon French Toast bars as consumers seek more protein-rich snacking options.
Aug. 28, 2026

Video Showcase

At the 2026 NAMA Show, Cantaloupe showcased new smart store options, a hot food solution, amusement technology and AI-powered software designed to help operators reduce theft,...
June 18, 2026
At the 2026 NAMA Show, 365 Retail Markets demonstrated VisionLink technology, previewed upcoming digital shelf labels and integrated screens, and highlighted new consumer-facing...
June 15, 2026
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Micro market and food service operators lose thousands every year to theft they can't see. Panoptyc's AI-powered monitoring detects it, validates it, and delivers cases ready ...
June 1, 2026
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Keith Krail, Director of Marketing at AVS Companies, discusses how AI smart coolers are reshaping automated retail, why operators are embracing the technology, and how AVS helps...
May 18, 2026