Drop the world’s top techies in a Las Vegas convention center and you’ll see a ton of cool innovations and awe-inspiring technologies. You’ll also get some pretty awkward encounters. We sent YouTube star Lamarr Wilson to CES to see if he could find the most awkward moments of the week. Check out the video above… Read more »
Category: Automated Retail in the Media
“The 3 Biggest Trends of CES 2014” by Sarah Stokes, Real Touch Media
Red Touch Media attended the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, NV this week. CES is one of the largest stages for advancements in technology and electronics in the world. Companies gather from across the globe to display and sell their newest products, as well as keep an eye on the competition. At this… Read more »
“Telus Creates a Twitter-enabled Vending Machine” by Russ Martin, Marketing Magazine
Telus has created a Twitter-enabled vending machine that rewards tweeting consumers with toy pandas. The machine, unveiled Monday at the Pacific Centre shopping mall in Vancouver, is part of Telus’ four-year, $1 million dollar partnership with the World Wildlife Fund, which is why stuffed pandas – the character featured in the WWF’s logo – were… Read more »
“Tweet for Treats: The New Way Brands Are Encouraging Social Media Activity” by By Lauren Matthews, Biz Bash
Guests at the ASOS Penthouse in Miami received free swimsuits from a tweet-activated vending machine. Photo: Courtesy of the DFM As brands continually search for new ways to engage fans and expand the reach of live events, one company has found a way to put a fresh spin on a familiar item: the vending machine…. Read more »
“Ohio recognizes local veteran-owned company” by Dayton Daily News
The Ohio Secretary of State’s office is recognizing a local, veteran-owned company. Innovative Vending Solutions, of West Carrollton, has been included recently as one of the Secretary of State’s Ohio Business Profile honorees. In the month of November, the secretary’s office sets aside its business profiles to feature companies led by veterans. Patrick McDonald, Innovative… Read more »
“Dispensing The Sizzle: Custom-Built Vending Machines Become Marketing Stars” by Emily Jed, Vending Times
Marketers of big national brands are turning to automatic retailing as an eye-catching, engaging new vehicle to sell their sizzle. Innovative Vending Solutions of Dayton, OH, has positioned itself as a go-to resource for high-impact machines that draw consumers, give away samples and even take the buzz around their brands “viral” through social media. “What… Read more »
“Trade Show Badge-Activated Vender Draws Crowds At Ethernet Expo” by Emily Jed, Vending Times
NEW YORK CITY — Visitors to the Ciena Co. booth at the recent Ethernet Expo here lined up to scan their ID badges at a vending machine to receive a free t-shirt. The machine’s touchscreen display prompted visitors to swipe their NFC badges on a card reader below. A product selection screen then appeared, from… Read more »
“Vending company goes high tech” by Dan Edwards, 2News
MIAMISBURG, Ohio (WDTN) – Here at Innovative Vending Solutions they’re taking the wraps off of their revolutionary new vending machines. No longer for pop and candy bars – they’re interactive – dispensing non-traditional products in non-traditional locations. Instead of punching buttons on a machine, you punch promo codes into your phone using social media. It’s… Read more »