Shared by Top Tech Tidbits: Top 8 Apps That Are Helping the Blind and Visually Impaired To Navigate Better As technology becomes smarter, the ways in which it can make everyday life easier grow with it. Assisting the blind and visually impaired is of special interest to developers, especially in the mobile industry: https://www.makeuseof.com/apps-for-blind-and-visually-impaired/
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Pop-Up Micro Markets deliver multiple operator solutions
Pop-Up Micro Markets deliver multiple operator solutions Fixturelite – Sponsored Content Apr 28th, 2021 In the last issue of the Micro Market Design newsletter, we talked about the next big challenge facing micro market operators: A downsized return to the workplace, whether the return occurs in June, July August or September. Either way – predicting equipment […]
Tennessee House simplifies taxation and regulation of micro markets; NAMA hails passage of HB 367
National Automatic Merchandiser Association’s Mike Goscinski says new law will provide vending operators with the clarity they need to meet consumers’ needs without unnecessary and costly regulation NAMA Apr 28th, 2021 The Tennessee House passed a bill that clarifies the taxation, licensing and inspections of self-checkout micro markets operated in the state. House Bill […]
UNILEVER TESTING DEODORANT FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
UNILEVER TESTING DEODORANT FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Degree hopes to spark a wave of innovation for an underserved population By Jack Neff and Jeanine Poggi. Published on April 26, 2021. Unilever is launching a prototype of what it says is the world’s first deodorant for people with visual impairment and upper-limb motor disabilities under the name Degree Inclusive. The […]
There’s never been a better time to be blind, or so I’ve heard. And I have to ask: How low have we dropped the bar?
Preparing Blind People for the Rest of Reality POSTED ON: April 12, 2021 COMMENTS: 2 CATEGORIZED IN: Personal Opinions, Self Development There’s never been a better time to be blind, or so I’ve heard. And I have to ask: How low have we dropped the bar? I was recently chatting with a friend. I forget […]
The Future of Workplace Cafeterias and Micro Market Foodservice
The Future of Workplace Cafeterias and Micro Market Foodservice Could micro markets replace cafeterias in workplaces? The idea isn’t all that far-fetched. In fact, 52 of 60 recently surveyed operators said they “definitely” think it’s possible. Whether cafeterias go away for good is uncertain, but one thing is clear: Big changes in the corporate foodservice space are […]
Oscar-Nominated Short Film ‘Feeling Through’ Makes History for Deaf-Blind Community
Shared by Top Tech Tidbits Oscar-Nominated Short Film ‘Feeling Through’ Makes History for Deaf-Blind Community Feeling Through tells the story of a chance encounter between a homeless teen and a deaf, blind man trying to get back home. The film is nominated for the Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film, and it’s already made […]
High-tech vending machine cafeterias are back. Meet (or welcome back) the automat
High-tech vending machine cafeterias are back. Meet (or welcome back) the automat Jim Beckerman NorthJersey.com The automat is back. Big news! Provided you’re old enough to know it had ever left. What’s an automat? For anyone born after 1991 — when the last one in New York closed its doors — the automat was a […]
Nestle Waters N. America renamed to BlueTriton Brands
Shared by Consumer Brands Nestle Waters N. America renamed to BlueTriton Brands (BlueTriton Brands) One Rock Capital Partners has renamed Nestle Waters North America as BlueTriton Brands, following One Rock’s purchase of the bottled water unit from Nestle last week. The new owner will unveil a logo, social channels and website later this year. Full […]
Marriott begins deploying new vending machine concept at Fairfield Inns
Marriott begins deploying new vending machine concept at Fairfield Inns Marriott International Inc Apr 6th, 2021 Marriott International Inc. announced the debut of a pilot program for contactless grab-and-go marketplaces and arrival kiosks at two Fairfield by Marriott hotels. Both concepts build upon ongoing measures to boost traveler confidence while reinforcing the company’s Commitment to […]