Every cashless transaction creates a digital record, giving auditors unprecedented visibility into vending and micro market sales. Here's how operators can avoid costly compliance mistakes.
Vendekin Technologies has launched a pre-release version of an artificial intelligence assistant. VendAiQ is designed to help vending operators pull answers from existing vending management system data through text or voice queries. The company said VendAiQ is built to sit as a controlled AI layer on...
For most operators, selling a business is the biggest financial transaction of their lives. It reflects years of hard work, long hours, risk-taking, and sacrifice. In many cases, the proceeds will help fund retirement and shape the next stage of life. That’s why choosing a go-to-market path that can attract multiple offers is so important.
Bottled water again led all packaged beverages by volume in 2025, extending a decade-long run, according to data cited by the International Bottled Water Association.
The convenience services industry is entering a new era as smart markets, evolving consumer expectations and economic pressures reshape vending and unattended retail. Join Automatic Merchandiser and VendingMarketWatch.com for an inside look at the trends, technologies and operator strategies defining...
The 2026 Pros to Know Awards recognize individuals and teams helping drive innovation, growth and operational excellence across the convenience services industry. Nominations are open through July 10.
