Kiosks

Despite the down attendance at the 2009 National Retail Federation trade show, two very important observations stood out: people are still dining out despite the economy, and the overwhelming presence of self-service tech offerings continue to validate the solution as a cost center cutter.

Following successful trials in London, the UK's largest hotel chain, Premier Inn will launch its first set of self-service check in kiosks at its St Mary's Gate, Sheffield location.

The National Retail Federation (NRF) Big Show 2009, held January 11-14, offers attendees a glimpse at some of the most innovative and cutting edge technology on the market. Couldn't make it to the convention? Hospitality Technology offers this round-up of some of biggest innovations and announcements that you missed from the show.

Findings released by a recent survey show that 72 percent of shoppers are more likely to shop with a retailer that gives them the flexibility to interact easily via online, mobile and kiosk self-service channels versus a retailer that does not.

Guests of the InterContinental Chicago are queuing up to use the convenience of boarding pass kiosks from Flyte Systems.

Zebra Technologies' off-the-shelf kiosk enclosure can rapidly be deployed to support a wide range of self-service applications.

Symon Communications' newest suite of digital signage products include industry specific media players, digital display software enhancements and a new desktop multi-media reporting tool.

Global Software Applications, a provider of business center solutions to the hotel world, celebrates the recent acquisition of Flight Time TV.