Most-read stories on VendingMarketWatch.com in October

From acquisition, business strategies and technological innovations to nostalgic flavor revivals and new leadership visions, look at what the convenience services industry was most interested in October.
Nov. 1, 2024
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Most read articles on VendingMarketWatch in October 2024

From acquisition, business strategies and technological innovations to nostalgic flavor revivals and new leadership visions, these 15 stories were the most popular articles we posted for the convenience services industry in October. 

In the linked articles below, learn about Sodexo’s campus micro markets, Franke’s coffee solutions for small offices, tax tips for vending operators, and the launch of new products from major brands like Monster Energy and Smarties. Dive in to explore how convenience service operators are adapting, growing and staying competitive.

Sodexo brings frictionless stores to the University of Maine, Orono, Lindenwood University, Endicott College and Seattle Pacific University.
Oct. 11, 2024
Franke Coffee Systems Americas
Franke Coffee Systems Americas A300 Fresh Brew
Designed to provide hot and iced coffee from a single compact machine, the bean-to-cup brewer from Franke Coffee Systems Americas is “engineered to elevate the coffee experience...
Oct. 2, 2024
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In a move expected to strengthen its presence in the Southeast region and provide additional distribution capacity, Performance Food Group has completed the acquisition of Cheney...
Oct. 11, 2024
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Whether you’re a seasoned vending and micro markets operator or just starting, avoid these common misconceptions and mistakes related to the administration of sales tax and filing...
Oct. 3, 2024
Lay’s is challenging fans to do Lay’s a flavor by submitting their best ideas for the chance to see their chip on store shelves in 2025 and win $1 million.
Oct. 30, 2024
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From day one, theft has been a concern for micro market operators. Watching hours of video or taking a time-consuming and perfectly executed market inventory are two ways to establish...
Oct. 1, 2024
7UP Shirley Temple is crafted to evoke the classic favorite, blending 7UP’s signature citrus beverage with notes of pomegranate and cherry.
Oct. 14, 2024
Kind Snack Bars
Kind Snack Bars
Tapping into consumers' desires for better-for-you snacks with high protein and natural ingredients, Kind Snacks sees opportunities in the convenience retail and C-store channels...
Oct. 2, 2024
Tom Anderson understands the struggle, the risk, the cost and the challenge of moving vending machines. Ultimately, he invented a better dolly.
Oct. 16, 2024
A guava-infused elixir — flavored to transport drinkers to the beach club of their dreams — is the crisp and exotic taste of Monster Energy's Vice Guava, the latest addition to...
Oct. 16, 2024
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Vending + OCS Nation
Two things will be clear to you after listening to this podcast. Operators are excited about smart market technology and there is no end to the creative solutions/equipment being...
Oct. 15, 2024
As it marks 75 years in the confectionery business, Smarties remains focused on innovation, industry engagement, and corporate social responsibility, ensuring its relevance in...
Oct. 7, 2024
For any unattended retail technology, the ability to effectively process payments is key. For its Autonomous Retail Merchandiser (ARM), Structural Concepts has teamed up with ...
Oct. 3, 2024
Keurig Dr Pepper inked an agreement to acquire Ghost Lifestyle LLC and Ghost Beverages LLC.
Oct. 24, 2024

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Linda Becker is head of content for Automatic Merchandiser and VendingMarketWatch.com, responsible for the brands’ overall content strategy, planning and performance. She oversees the creation and performance of editorial and multimedia content across platforms such as magazines, websites, webinars, podcasts, newsletters, videos, social media, events and eBooks.

Since joining Automatic Merchandiser and VendingMarketWatch.com, Linda has developed a new appreciation for the convenience services industry and its essential role. She is dedicated to serving readers by covering the latest news in the vending, office coffee service and micro market industry. She can be reached at 262-203-9924 or [email protected].

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