Elliot Maras, editor of Automatic Merchandiser Magazine, notes in his blog that the panel discussion among three industry leaders – Canteen Vending Services, Coca Cola Refreshments and Crane Merchandising Systems – marked the high point of last week’s Southeastern Vending Association Convention. Maras said the panel reinforced the commitment of the larger companies but showed that these companies are struggling as hard as anyone to understand solutions to the industry’s challenges. To read the blog, click here.