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No-touch cashless systems offer convenience, speed and security

Beverages account for 34 percent of vending machine revenue in 2020
Barbara Harfmann
May 27, 2020
The vending machine industry continues to evolve. The use of no-touch cashless systems has provided greater convenience, speed and security for customers and operators, particularly important in the wake of COVID-19. Soft drinks generate the most sales, followed by non-carbonated products like bottled waters, teas and energy drinks.
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Lonespirits Rider Subscription Box

Lonerider Spirits releases monthly subscription box

Direct-to-consumer offering focuses on bourbon cocktails
May 25, 2020

Lonerider Spirits, Holly Springs, N.C., launched a monthly subscription box named the “Bundled Bourbon Box” that focuses exclusively on cocktails made with bourbon.


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Dunkin Paper Cups

Dunkin’ completes global transition to paper cups

Foodservice chain shares progress on key sustainability initiatives
May 12, 2020

As Canton, Mass.-based Dunkin’ continues to navigate the COVID-19 health crisis, the brand has simultaneously continued to advance key sustainability initiatives to responsibly serve both people and the planet. Dunkin’ announced that 100 percent of its restaurants globally have transitioned from polystyrene foam cups to paper cups, meeting the timetable established by the brand two years ago.


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PepsiCo launches direct-to-consumer food, beverage platform

Food, beverage brands available at PantryShop.com and Snacks.com
May 11, 2020

As consumers increasingly turn online for their food and beverage needs during the COVID-19 pandemic, PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., announced the launch of PantryShop.com and Snacks.com, two direct-to-consumer websites where shoppers can order an assortment of PepsiCo's food and beverage brands.


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Convenience will be vital for omnichannel shoppers

Merchandising solutions will help streamline convenience strategies
jessica Jacobsen
Jessica Jacobsen
April 23, 2020
American shoppers are undergoing their own migration by embracing an amalgamated approach of in-person and digital shopping. Because of omnichannel trends, in-store merchandising strategies will need to prioritize speed, convenience and the ability to accommodate evolving shopping trends. Flexible merchandising solutions are fulfilling that need.
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Southern Glazer’s launches online hub to navigate pandemic

Website provides resources to trade customers, hospitality industry
March 31, 2020

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, Miami and Dallas, announced it has launched an online hub for trade customers, providing timely updates and important resources to help businesses in the hospitality industry navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.


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