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Lessons That Shaped Our Commercial Outdoor Kiosks

There are several lessons that shaped our commerical outdoor kiosks. For many companies, venturing into the outdoor kiosk space means scaling up engineering or embracing bold product innovation. For Olea Kiosks, it meant something more fundamental—a test of character. Over the past two decades, Olea has transformed its approach to outdoor kiosks through hard-earned lessons, grit, and a relentless commitment to getting it…

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What to Know Before Buying Self-Service Kiosks for Entertainment Venues

Kiosks for entertainment venues have become extremely common because they help to elevate service and reduce wait times. In stadiums, theme parks, museums, and resorts, the guest experience is everything. Self-service kiosks have emerged as a transformative tool. But behind every kiosk deployment is a buying team asking the same essential questions. At Olea Kiosks, we’ve spent years listening to those questions. While…

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Custom vs. Off-the-Shelf Kiosks: Which Is Right for Your Business?

As self-service technology becomes more critical across industries—from healthcare to hospitality to public services—many organizations face a pivotal question: Should we go with off-the-shelf kiosks or invest in a custom-built solution? Both paths have their advantages. This article will break down the pros and cons of each approach and help you assess what makes the most sense for your business goals. Along the…

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Self-Service Kiosk Evolution: Olea’s 50-Year Journey of Innovation

In 2025, Olea Kiosks proudly celebrates 50 years of innovation, craftsmanship, and evolution. What started as a family-owned trade show exhibit business has transformed into a leading designer and manufacturer of self-service kiosks used around the globe. This milestone isn’t just a look back at how far we’ve come—it’s a tribute to the spirit of adaptation and problem-solving that’s guided self-service kiosk evolution….

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How to Improve Kiosk Utilization

Tips for better utilization in restaurants, healthcare, venues, airports, and beyond Kiosks are everywhere these days—helping us check in at the airport, place a food order, buy event or park tickets, pay for parking, or even sign in for a healthcare appointment. The goal is usually the same across industries: speed up service, reduce lines, improve the customer experience, and free up staff…

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50 Years, So Many Lessons: Our First Biometric Kiosk Design and What We’ve Learned Since

As we continue our 50th anniversary series, we’re looking back on some of the defining projects and moments that helped shape Olea Kiosks into the company we are today. One of the most complex and exciting areas we’ve worked in is biometric kiosk design—a field that blends high security with high expectations. Our journey into biometrics began nearly a decade ago with what…

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