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Learning Resources

Free Webinar on February 12, 2026: What every new convenience services operator needs to know
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This webinar gets real about what it takes to win in vending, micro markets, office coffee service and point-of-use water. Hear experienced operators and consultants break down...
Feb. 12, 2026
Seattles's Best Coffee and Coffee mate creamer for a coffee break from Nestlé Professional Solutions
Coffee programs have entirely new expectations for employers – there is a new importance to this amenity to drive employee satisfaction and engagement. Join this free webinar ...
Nov. 18, 2025
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Discover how micro market and vending operators are tackling the hidden profit killer of shrinkage with cutting-edge technology, smart inventory strategies, and practical theft...
Oct. 7, 2025
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Discover the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of Office Coffee Service in 2025 and beyond in this must-attend webinar, featuring exclusive data ...
Sept. 23, 2025

Vending & OCS Nation

Coffee Service

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Westrock Coffee says it has met its 100% responsibly sourced commitment first set in 2021, with 2025 purchases verified through external programs.
Feb. 17, 2026
Five Star Breaktime Solutions
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Five Star Breaktime Solutions expands its Shreveport coffee service business by acquiring AM Coffee Services and adding nearly 90 locations.
Feb. 13, 2026
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With 60% of office coffee drinkers dissatisfied and plant-based demand surging, today’s workplace coffee programs need more than basic creamers. From seasonal flavors to clean...
Feb. 12, 2026
Drop Water
Drop Water Drop Refill unit
Drop Refill supports sparkling, ambient and cold dispensing of flavored and functional beverages from a single, compact system.
Jan. 28, 2026

Micro Market

All State Manufacturing
ASMMS272-Cool micro market with cooler
The ASMMS272-Cool micro market with an integrated beverage cooler maximizes small footprint spaces.
Jan. 28, 2026
365 Retail Markets
PicoAmbient Vision+ wide-bodied, AI-powered smart cabinet
The PicoAmbient Vision+ is a wide-bodied, AI-powered smart cabinet that allows customers to self-serve ambient-temperature products.
Jan. 28, 2026
All State Manufacturing
All State Manufacturing’s AS494-N/L is an all-metal storage cabinet
All State Manufacturing’s metal storage cabinet can support vending, micro markets and office coffee service areas as backstock and supply storage.
Jan. 27, 2026
Graphics That Pop
Graphics That Pop pairs free micro market designs with magnetic headers
Graphics That Pop says its micro market solutions pair custom graphics with display features designed to simplify merchandising.
Jan. 27, 2026

Equipment

Bibigo Steamed Dumplings Chicken and Vegetable from CJ Schwan's
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Unattended retail is evolving rapidly, yet consumer options have remained largely confined to sandwiches and salads. CJ Schwan’s is breaking through this sameness with a standout...
Feb. 18, 2026
AVS Companies
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With a more centrally located building, AVS Companies says the Houston move will enhance service responsiveness and support customer growth across Texas.
Feb. 16, 2026
Crave Robotics
CraveBot hot-food automated retail vending kiosk
The NAMA listing signals third-party evaluation to Food and Drug Administration Model Food Code-based criteria for vending equipment design and construction.
Feb. 5, 2026
Crane Convenience
Crane Convenience adds AT&T connectivity for its integrated cashless machines
Convenience services operators can use the SIM-switching capability built into the integrated cashless vending machines to simplify moves and network changes.
Jan. 30, 2026

Technology

Venhub Global Inc.
Smart store operator VenHub begins trading on Nasdaq
VenHub points to active Smart Store sites in Los Angeles transit locations as it pursues scalable, staff-free convenience retail.
Jan. 30, 2026
Shekel
Shekel Innovendi’s AI-powered smart cooler
Innovendi’s AI-powered weight intelligence achieves 99.8% transaction accuracy with 20-gram SKU-level precision.
Jan. 28, 2026
Optconnect
Optconnect Fuse One
The OptConnect fuse one is a compact 4G LTE Cat 4 cellular router built to deliver reliable, affordable connectivity for vending, micro markets and other unattended retail environments...
Jan. 28, 2026
Televend
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Televend’s T36 telemetry device streams real-time transactions, replacing batch DEX-style reporting to improve forecasting and routing.
Jan. 27, 2026

Products

The J.M. Smucker Co.
Uncrustables to keep five days refrigerated, still sold frozen
The J.M. Smucker Co. says its Uncrustables portfolio is becoming fridge-friendly, giving consumers a ready-to-eat option straight from the cooler.
Feb. 23, 2026
Red Bull
Red Bull launches Spring Edition Cherry Sakura in sugar-free and regular
Red Bull Spring Edition Cherry Sakura is now shipping nationwide in regular and sugar-free options.
Feb. 23, 2026
Horizon Organic
Horizon Organic adds lactose-free, shelf-stable chocolate milk boxes
Horizon Organic expanded its shelf-stable milk box lineup with a lactose-free chocolate milk option with 8 g of protein per serving.
Feb. 23, 2026
Jack Link’s
Jack Link’s adds Carnivore Bites in Original and Teriyaki flavors
The Carnivore Bites launch extends Link Snacks’ recent push into new formats and partnerships under the Jack Link’s brand.
Feb. 17, 2026

Video Showcase

Transformation, technology and trust in vending’s future: Josh Rosenberg speaks | Live at NAMA 2025
Industry veteran Josh Rosenberg, former NAMA Chairman and current leader of Forward Thinkers, joined Bob Tullio of Automatic Merchandiser to reflect on the evolution of convenience...
June 5, 2025
Fixturelite unveils 4 turnkey micro market solutions | 2025 NAMA Show
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Bob Tullio of Automatic Merchandiser and VendingMarketWatch.com catches up with Steve Orlando of Fixturelite at the 2025 NAMA Show.
June 2, 2025
Launch Hydrate offers high-margin, functional beverage opportunity for operators | 2025 NAMA Show
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At the 2025 NAMA Show in Las Vegas, Bob Tullio of Automatic Merchandiser interviews Dillon Houstoun, co-founder of Launch Hydrate, to explore how the functional beverage brand...
May 30, 2025
How ProWatch Solutions Is Using AI to Stop Theft in Micro Markets | Live from 2025 NAMA Show
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At the 2025 NAMA Show in Las Vegas, Bob Tullio joined with Mark Kronenberg, founder of ProWatch Solutions, to talk about the future of loss prevention and retail management for...
May 29, 2025

Webinars

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Discover the secrets to thriving in the booming micro market and unattended retail space with expert insights, proven strategies, and the latest tech trends that are redefining...
Aug. 28, 2025