How did the OCS industry perform in 2025 — and what lies ahead? U.S. OCS operators are invited to contribute to the 2026 State of the Office Coffee Service Industry Survey. Responses are due August 7.
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Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation podcast host Bob Tullio did so many interviews from the convention floor at the 2026 NAMA Show in Los Angeles that he will be dedicating three episodes to the event. This first part focuses on the show’s clear theme: smart markets.
When operators think about increasing the value of their company, they typically focus on metrics like growing revenue, improving profitability and retaining customers. Those are the cornerstones of a valuable business. There's another characteristic that often distinguishes exceptional companies from merely successful ones. This frequently influences how buyers view a company that is for sale.
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.
The brand is rolling out a “Protein for All” campaign as it removes artificial sweeteners, flavors and added colors from its core protein shake lineup.
