RAMP: Software allows retailers to remotely manage all solutions (video)

Joseph Grove of Retail Customer Experience discussed the solution with Kaseya's Ray Barber.

Self-checkout kiosks: Love 'em or leave 'em?

April 9, 2012

It seems self-checkout is either loved or hated. While Walmart and CVS are adding more self-scanning lanes, at least two grocery chains — Albertson's and Big…

Pet store chain launching kiosk program

April 6, 2012

Pet Planet, a 41-store chain based in Canada, is rolling out a pet nutrition and health consultation program using kiosks, according to petproductnews.com.

Grocers launching mobile, digital couponing system

April 4, 2012

After a one-year pilot study of its in-store digital coupon system that uses Bluetooth technology to offer value and savings to consumers, Savvy Penny is soon…

Study: Mobile isn't the end for brick-and-mortar stores

Most consumers still want to shop in stores.

Canadian DVD kiosk co hoping to fill void left by Blockbuster

April 3, 2012

Canada has launched its first franchised DVD-rental kiosk company, Planet DVD, according to Canadian Business.

Company providing hardware, software to turn iPads into kiosks

April 3, 2012

Streamzap, founded in 2000, is hoping to provide retailers with the tools to turn iPads into self-service kiosks. It says it is the only company to design and…

CETW12: Loyalty program uses tablets, smartphones for easy adoption

RewardMe makes it easy for retailers and consumers to embrace loyalty programs.

CETW12: Using other media to push mobile

Retailers must provide a connected experience in order to thrive.

Best Buy kiosks landing soon in Toronto airport

March 26, 2012

Best Buy Canada is deploying six Best Buy Express kiosks Friday at Toronto Pearson International Airport in both terminals this month with plans for expansion…

CETW 2012: A sneak peek of what's on display

CETW rolls into the city by the bay this week, showcasing kiosks, digital signage and customer-engaging tech.

Coinstar counting on new kiosk concepts to expand footprint

Movie rentals and coin counting aren't the only markets Coinstar hopes to dominate.

Biometrics makes tanning quick, easy at NY salon

March 19, 2012

Customers of Zoom Tan, a tanning salon chain in New York and Florida, can pay for sessions and sign in with a touch of a finger now that the salon has…

GlobalShop 2012: Kiosk recognizes age, gender

Alan Foshay, vice president of business development for Rapid Displays, discusses the company's debut of its new intelligent shopper recognition software…

PHXX, SmartPlace Media deploy retail kiosk

March 8, 2012

A kiosk that generates revenue and data for retailers but also sends coupons and information straight to shoppers' smartphones is now available from PHXX, a…

Fashion fitting going high-tech in US malls

March 8, 2012

Shoppers at malls throughout the country will experience new fitting room technology March 16 when Me-Ality—Measured Reality celebrates its official launch.

Kiosk helps retailers create link between stores, social media

March 6, 2012

A new system based on RFID technology helps retailers link their physical stores to their online social media channels.

NFC coming on strong

March 5, 2012

Near Field Communication (NFC) is moving out of the realm of the hypothetical and into the realm of reality for retailers. As a result, it is now necessary for…

GlobalShop 2012: 8 ways the smartphone can help your customers love you

Mobile technology is not the brick-and-mortar retailer's enemy.

Universal, redbox renew 28-day-later vows

March 1, 2012

Universal Studios Home Entertainment and redbox, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Coinstar Inc., today announced the signing of a multi-year agreement that will…