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Dec. 19, 2023
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If you missed any of our most popular content throughout 2023, be sure to check out these favorite feature articles.

Automatic Merchandiser announces the 2023 Legends of the Year award winners

Automatic Merchandiser presents this year's Legends of the Year award winners, honoring leaders in vending, micro market and office coffee service.

Going the extra mile: Recognizing the 2022 Route Driver of the Year winner and honorees

Mondelēz and Automatic Merchandiser are pleased to recognize the 2022 Route Driver of the Year winner and runners-up.

Executive Refreshments blazes a trail in workplace refreshments

Texas’ Executive Refreshments has blazed a trail in workplace refreshments for 20 years by never letting the status quo limit the possibilities.

Automatic Merchandiser announces the 2023 Readers’ Choice New Products of the Year award winners

Automatic Merchandiser announces this year’s winners and honorees in 12 product categories.

Unattended retail technology is pushing the industry forward

Operators should consider the latest equipment innovations to help stay competitive.

Automatic Merchandiser announces the 2023 Most Influential Women in Convenience Services Award winners

Automatic Merchandiser recognizes outstanding women who have made a difference in the vending, micro market and office coffee service industry.

Vending with values: Patrick Moran, owner of Moran Refreshments, shares his secrets to success

Originating from humble beginnings, Moran Refreshments blazed its way to the top of the industry with sheer grit and unstoppable determination.

2023 technology update: Self-service trends for vending and micro markets

New technologies are available for operators to meet customer demands for a quick, easy and convenient purchasing experience.

Spike in theft reminds operators to remain diligent about micro market security

While technology is making it easier to track inventory levels and to catch the occasional chronic thief, experts say the formula for success involves deterrence, inventory control, design and communication.

Automatic Merchandiser announces the 2023 40 Under 40 Award winners

Automatic Merchandiser recognizes young leaders in the vending, micro market and office coffee service industry.

Sustainability - A critical issue and key selling point for OCS operators

With customers demanding sustainable solutions, both operators and suppliers are riding the momentum, capitalizing on the opportunity and recognizing the value of protecting the environment.

How artificial intelligence can help convenience services operators

From more engaging smart vending machines to machine learning for tracking inventory and buying patterns, artificial intelligence offers a range of advanced technology solutions for operators.

Automatic Merchandiser announces 2023 Pros to Know Award winners

Congratulations to the 2023 award winners for their achievements in promoting industry innovation and future growth.

As demand for cashless payment grows, operators have multiple hardware and software options

Many cashless payment systems are available to operators, and this list looks at several providers, focusing on how their solutions can provide operators with a competitive advantage.