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Stop relying on instinct—today’s top vending and micro market operators are unlocking the power of their data to boost sales, cut losses and outpace the competition. In this webinar...
May 5, 2026
Free Webinar on February 12, 2026: What every new convenience services operator needs to know
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This webinar gets real about what it takes to win in vending, micro markets, office coffee service and point-of-use water. Hear experienced operators and consultants break down...
Feb. 12, 2026
Seattles's Best Coffee and Coffee mate creamer for a coffee break from Nestlé Professional Solutions
Coffee programs have entirely new expectations for employers – there is a new importance to this amenity to drive employee satisfaction and engagement. Join this free webinar ...
Nov. 18, 2025
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Discover how Nayax’s EV Kiosk streamlines payments and compliance for UK charging operators, making electric vehicle charging faster, easier, and more accessible – for both drivers...
July 14, 2025

Vending & OCS Nation

Coffee Service

Death Wish Coffee
Death Wish Coffee Caramel Cold Brew Latte RTD
Ready-to-drink coffee fans get another option as Death Wish debuts a caramel latte with simple ingredients and no artificial colors or flavors.
April 9, 2026
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Keurig Dr Pepper said its planned split into a North America beverage company and a global coffee company is expected by year-end 2026. KDP taps JDE Peet’s CEO Rafael Oliveira...
April 1, 2026
Nestlé Professional
Nescafe coffee machine from Nestle Professional US
Nescafé Fusion 3 combines whole beans and soluble ingredients in one countertop machine to expand beverage menus without extra equipment.
March 30, 2026
Chobani
Chobani expands La Colombe RTD coffee latte capacity with $567M Michigan investment
The multi-phase expansion comes as demand continues to rise for La Colombe’s RTD lattes, a segment that has helped push premium cold coffee further into everyday consumption occasions...
March 24, 2026

Micro Market

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Retail-ready meals are unlocking higher-value transactions in vending and micro markets. Foodture delivers everyday-priced meals ($4.99–$7.99) that drive repeat purchase, increase...
April 1, 2026
365 Retail Markets / Slabb Kiosks
TendedBar Countertop Unit from 365 Retail Markets Slabb Kiosks
TendedBar’s new system targets growth categories including dirty sodas, refreshers, iced coffee, energy drinks and boba beverages. Slabb Kiosks, owned by 365 Retail Markets, will...
March 26, 2026
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Due North is now part of AeriTek Global as Ronin completes a General Partner-led minority secondary. Ronin says the two-stage structure returned value to existing Due North investors...
March 18, 2026
Endeavor Business Media / Aaron Lawton
Aaron Lawton of Oasis Breakroom Services joins Bob Tullio for Vending & OCS Nation podcast interview
Vending + OCS Nation
From onboarding perks to co-branded spaces, this episode explores Aaron Lawton’s perspective on how breakrooms can help HR teams attract, retain and energize employees.
March 17, 2026

Equipment

Culture Pop Soda
Culture Pop Soda is rolling out Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade
Culture Pop Soda is rolling out Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade as its first lemonade flavor, positioned as a less-sweet, carbonated option with live probiotics.
March 11, 2026
White Castle / Just Baked / Evolvending
White Castle launches automated Slider kiosk at Fort Myers airport
White Castle and Evolvending roll out a Just Baked kiosk as RSW shifts toward a vending-focused food court model.
Feb. 24, 2026
One click can shut down a business: the hidden cyber risk for convenience services operators
Experts say cyberattacks on convenience services operators happen more often than many realize. Here is how hackers strike and what businesses can do now to reduce risk.
Feb. 19, 2026
Bibigo Steamed Dumplings Chicken and Vegetable from CJ Schwan's
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Unattended retail is evolving rapidly, yet consumer options have remained largely confined to sandwiches and salads. CJ Schwan’s is breaking through this sameness with a standout...
Feb. 18, 2026

Technology

Canva.com Cyberattacks are hitting convenience services operators more often than reported
Operators are leaving money on the table and exposing themselves to risk. Here is how to address both with practical tech moves.
March 31, 2026
365 Retail Markets
365 Retail Markets, a global leader in unattended retail technologies, is excited to announce a new payment feature for our modular Vision Smart Stores, VisionLink
The new VisionLink payment feature uses one preauthorization and one receipt across linked cooler, freezer and ambient doors.
March 24, 2026
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How convenience services operators can win local search as AI reshapes SEO magnet money
Many operators have noticed a change in their website traffic. It is not your imagination. AI is reshaping search behavior and altering how local businesses appear in results....
March 10, 2026
Canva.com
Designing workplace breakroom dashboards that prove program value to enterprise clients
Large employers increasingly expect dashboards that show how breakroom programs support wellness, satisfaction and workplace experience. Here is how operators can turn reporting...
Feb. 25, 2026

Products

The Hershey Co.
Hershey's and Reese's limited time offerings for spring 2026
Convenience services operators can expect two seasonal-style Reese’s flavors with broad distribution and multiple pack options.
April 9, 2026
Lucky Energy
Lucky Energy Slush frozen energy drink
Lucky Energy says its new product maintains its zero-sugar, zero-calorie formula while adding flavors inspired by classic frozen drinks.
April 2, 2026
Hormel Foods
COLUMBUS Snack Trays are Driving Strong Results for Convenience Services Operators
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As consumers trade up for convenience and quality, COLUMBUS® snack trays are delivering measurable results in vending and micro markets, offering a compact format with outsized...
April 1, 2026
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For convenience services operators, a KitKat heist in Poland is a reminder that product diversion risk doesn’t end at the warehouse.
March 30, 2026

Video Showcase

Transformation, technology and trust in vending’s future: Josh Rosenberg speaks | Live at NAMA 2025
Industry veteran Josh Rosenberg, former NAMA Chairman and current leader of Forward Thinkers, joined Bob Tullio of Automatic Merchandiser to reflect on the evolution of convenience...
June 5, 2025
Fixturelite unveils 4 turnkey micro market solutions | 2025 NAMA Show
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Bob Tullio of Automatic Merchandiser and VendingMarketWatch.com catches up with Steve Orlando of Fixturelite at the 2025 NAMA Show.
June 2, 2025
Launch Hydrate offers high-margin, functional beverage opportunity for operators | 2025 NAMA Show
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At the 2025 NAMA Show in Las Vegas, Bob Tullio of Automatic Merchandiser interviews Dillon Houstoun, co-founder of Launch Hydrate, to explore how the functional beverage brand...
May 30, 2025
How ProWatch Solutions Is Using AI to Stop Theft in Micro Markets | Live from 2025 NAMA Show
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At the 2025 NAMA Show in Las Vegas, Bob Tullio joined with Mark Kronenberg, founder of ProWatch Solutions, to talk about the future of loss prevention and retail management for...
May 29, 2025