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Autonomous retail unlocks new growth for convenience services operators

July 25, 2025

Autonomous retail formats such as smart stores and coolers are reshaping convenience services. Operators who adopt these technologies can extend hours, reduce labor costs and ...

Autonomous retail unlocks new growth for convenience services operators

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How vending and micro market operators can overcome tax compliance and technology gaps

Hormel adds marketing executives to serve snack and retail segments

Bimbo Bakeries kicks off registration for global charity run for hunger relief

Real-time customer feedback helps vending operator resolve issues faster and improve service

Ferrero to buy WK Kellogg for $3.1 billion

Venditalia 2026 heads to Rimini with fresh format and global focus

Compostable foodservice items from Emerald Ecovations can help meet sustainability goals

Slice Soda brings retro vending machines and 50¢ cans to Chicago

Felfel pairs smart fridges with and fresh, chef-prepared meals to deliver workplace meals

Micromart debuts smart freezer

Necta debuts two new models for office coffee service

Can AI run a successful vending business? An AI startup tested it out

PepsiCo will use Salesforce AI to drive customer engagement, efficiency

365 Retail Markets will buy Cantaloupe in all-cash deal

Nayax payment platform tapped for Lynkwell EV charging stations

Spindrift adds professional athlete investors, endorsements

Vernors LTO recalls nostalgic flavors

Functional beverage makers Sprindrift, Jones Soda, Bloom and Brēz make moves

Jarritos and Taste Salud team up for hydration powder

Lipton launches herbal and fruit teas

OCS training event adds sales track to drive real results

OCS operator input sought for our State of the Office Coffee Service Industry Report

Bob Tullio to lead Holiday House Show OCS sales training

Harvest Snaps kicks off national sampling tour to promote veggie-based snacks

Archer to open second manufacturing plant in Los Angeles

Drinkable yogurt brand YoGusto to be acquired by Marquez Brothers

Planters Nut Duos

Ben’s Original adds heat-and-eat rice meals for micro markets and vending

Tres Picosos debuts new packaging and flavor updates for vending and workplace foodservice

Calbee adds chili lime and roasted seaweed flavors

Little Debbie double-decker chocolate chip creme pies

Technology and convenience fuel growth

Customer service is a family tradition at Smith Vending Canteen

Kanzen Meal debuts nutrient-dense frozen meals

Hoshizaki Alliance Group to acquire Structural Concepts