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Deeper Dive | Micro Markets
Confidence Index Lessens
Slightly But Remains High

Bob Tullio
tells operators
Mighty Spark
Chicken Snack
Sticks deserve
a spot in their
product inventory.
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Inside View: 365 Acquires Company Kitchen
The Company Kitchen acquisition
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Connected Campus while offering new
products to existing customers.
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Automatic Merchandiser staff report
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Automatic Merchandiser

Editor's Note: Changing Seasons, Changing Trends
Industry News
Classifieds
Social Hubs
Refreshing Advancements: Lincoln County Vending's ongoing commitment to innovation spells success
What's Trending in Micro Markets?: Seven Trends operators need to know to plan for a successful 2020
Rise and Shine: Breakfast in the workplace is growing more popular, presenting an opportunity for operators to increase revenue
The Evolution of OCS Equipment: From pourovers to cold brew, OCS equipment has changed how consumers enjoy coffee in the workplace
Start Thinking Macro in Your Micro Markets: If you're not seeing gains in revenue in your micro market, it's time to think bigger
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Automatic Merchandiser - What's Trending in Micro Markets?: Seven Trends operators need to know to plan for a successful 2020
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Automatic Merchandiser - Rise and Shine: Breakfast in the workplace is growing more popular, presenting an opportunity for operators to increase revenue
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Automatic Merchandiser - The Evolution of OCS Equipment: From pourovers to cold brew, OCS equipment has changed how consumers enjoy coffee in the workplace
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Automatic Merchandiser - Refreshing Advancements: Lincoln County Vending's ongoing commitment to innovation spells success
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Automatic Merchandiser - Start Thinking Macro in Your Micro Markets: If you're not seeing gains in revenue in your micro market, it's time to think bigger
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Automatic Merchandiser - Social Hubs
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