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NYC schools learned from 2003 fiasco; Did we?
Last month marked the end of a low point in our industry's history: the exclusive, 5-year vending agreement between New York City and Snapple. A...
Automatic Merchandiser, 09/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication -
Pre-kitting increases route productivity
As the recession pushes operators to improve efficiencies, many are finding that new technology enhances the benefits of pre-kitting routes. More...
Automatic Merchandiser, 09/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication -
Beverages at work: now more than ever!
New research confirms that a core group of customers are increasing their consumption of coffee and bottled water in the work place. Research also...
Automatic Merchandiser, 09/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication -
Recession? Don't forget the industry's bigger issues
Another summer of discontent befalls the vending industry. This year's State of the Vending Industry Report, which reflects 2008's activity, does...
Automatic Merchandiser, 08/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication -
Technology puts small vendor on Texas map
Golden Brew Beverage uses cashless vending, remote machine monitoring and video screens to win new customers in the Midland/Odessa Texas market....
Automatic Merchandiser, 08/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication -
Recession drives profit protection initiatives
With rising unemployment hurting sales in 2008, vending operators engaged in a host of recovery initiatives, including staff reductions, price...
Automatic Merchandiser, 08/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication -
Coffee Summit delivers once again
Some thought it was mission impossible. Could the NAMA Coffee Summit, which shattered expectations in terms of quality and attendance last year,...
Automatic Merchandiser, 07/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication -
How to pay OCS sales people
Compensation plans for dedicated OCS sales people are critical to building an OCS business. Several long-time operators base sales commissions on...
Automatic Merchandiser, 07/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication -
Recession tests management skills
OCS sales fall for the first time in five years due to recession. The long-term outlook remains positive as consumers continue to appreciate good...
Automatic Merchandiser, 07/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication -
New tools and concepts: what does it all mean?
NAMA did its final Spring Expo in Las Vegas in style last month, hosting a wealth of innovative equipment, products and technology. The variety of...
Automatic Merchandiser, 05/01/09 by Maras, Elliot · More from publication
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