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Season's Greetings from Automatic Merchandiser and VendingMarketWatch.com!
As we wrap up an incredible year in the vending and micro market industry, we want to thank you — our readers, partners and advertisers — for your continued support and engagement.
From December 24th through January 1st, we’ll celebrate the holidays by revisiting the standout moments of 2024. Look forward to some of the year’s most-read stories, key industry trends, and innovative solutions shaping the future of vending and micro markets.
We’ll resume regular coverage on January 2nd with fresh insights and exciting updates for 2025.
Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a prosperous new year.
Best of 2024: Most-read feature articles
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| | | | Much like the initial slow acceptance of micro markets themselves, operators are “kicking the tires” when it comes to smart market technology. As the revenue reports come in, it is only a matter of time before this AI-driven equipment takes over for U.S. operators. It already has around the world. |
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| | Knowing the requirements for sales tax, including who must pay, how to collect it and when it is due, is a key aspect of effective management of a vending machine or micro market business. |
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| | Despite his recent entrance into the vending world, Mike is thriving in Middle Tennessee by providing services in a vending desert with an emphasis on customer service, a focus on technology and a willingness to try new things. |
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| | With its forward-looking, customer-focused approach, First Class Vending challenges what it means to be a conventional vending company in the 21st century. |
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| | From fostering greater customer convenience and efficiency to providing operators with automatic restocking, the integration of conversational AI and voice recognition technology represents an exciting leap forward for the vending machine industry. |
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| | Operators should consider the latest equipment innovations to help stay competitive. |
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| | Learn how All Star Services thrives as an independent operator by prioritizing family, team and innovation. |
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| | For 13 years, New York-based Buffalo Strive Vending has built a successful business by meeting market needs, whether with its focus on micro markets, fresh food, strong customer service and its investments in smart vending technologies. |
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| | Business broker Mike Kelner has an inside view of the market and is confident that 2025 will offer a favorable climate for operators who are looking for an exit. |
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| | The 2024 NAMA Show in Dallas was notable for several reasons, including attendee turnout and trade show floor exhibits, the positive vibe, education sessions, and the many new entrants to the convenience services industry. |
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| | For operators, certain defining characteristics make a convenience services company a premium acquisition — one that will generate extreme interest from buyers and, ultimately, a higher selling price. |
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| | An increasing number of OCS operators have added pantry service to their offerings, especially since office population growth is slow and steady at best. What’s next? |
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| | Learn how Marché tackled New York City’s competitive market with its niche, concierge pantry service. A relentless focus on customer service, from product selection to breakroom design, sets this young company apart. |
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| | Led by Dan Welch, World Cup Coffee has landed a reputation for providing the best equipment, unbeatable service and an incredibly good cup of coffee. |
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| | Largely driven by promises of riches on social media, vending is becoming a popular side hustle. But for small operators like Nakia White-Hazel and Anthony Cuccolo, vending is a hands-on, legitimate and serious business that they maintain with pride. |
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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 of sales tax returns. |
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| | | | Sponsored | | Nominations are now open for Automatic Merchandiser’s fourth annual awards recognizing the most influential women in the
convenience services industry. |
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