Tune in to The Vending & OCS Nation podcast, hosted by Bob Tullio, produced by Endeavor Business Media! On each episode we will dive into the people, trends, issues and products pertaining to vending, coffee service, micro markets, and pantry service – designed to make an operator’s business more profitable.
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Listen to audio collected as the Northwest Florida Daily News investigates allegations against the Okaloosa County School District
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Join Christina and a guest as they talk about their original characters: the Good, the Bad, and the Self-Inserts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Physical Therapists Dr. Alexis Hutchison, PT, DPT, OCS and Dr. Amanda Everden, PT, DPT, OCS discuss evidence based practice and study tips for the Orthopedic Certified Specialist exam.
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Pass the OCS exam by studying smarter, not harder. This podcast is for physical therapists looking to become board-certified specialists in orthopedics. Use code FIELDGUIDE for 40% off a MedBridge subscription.
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Marine Corps Officer Selection Station Jersey City, New Jersey is helping you to get prepared for Officer Candidates School by hosting a weekly knowledge and mentorship podcast
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Welcome to a brand new podcast called Inside the OCS dedicated to Netflix’s Warrior Nun. Join us as we discuss all things Warrior Nun, from badass halo-bearer to badass sister warriors. Follow us on our twitter page @OCSPodcast
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To catch a thief - How three companies are taking micro market security to a higher level
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From day one, theft has been a concern for micro market operators. Watching hours of video or taking a time consuming and perfectly executed market inventory are two ways to establish whether theft is occurring, but then what? Proving your case to the client and gaining their support is the difficult next step. In this episode of Automatic Merchand…
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Welcome to the Home for Wayward OCs! Today’s episode features Ryan and his haunting OC Shane Hunter, the Spider-Specter! We discuss The Bronx, religious upbringings, A Bit of a Naruto Situation, family, and creativity. This episode contains brief mentions of gun violence, character death, ghosts, and spider bites. Theme: “Violet” by Podington Bear …
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Smart markets are rapidly emerging as the next big thing for operators
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From all indications, smart markets are a game changer. Driven by AI, featuring the security benefits of vending and the product merchandising power of a micro market, it is no wonder that smart markets are emerging as the next big thing. In the first part of a two-part episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation podcast, Tullio takes …
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Easy Money – The explosive growth of micro market advertising
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Over the years, there was always talk among operators about somehow using the front of a vending machine for advertising. Or maybe the little screen on a bean to cup brewer would work. Or – how about a monitor in a micro market? Ten years ago, it was just talk and it seemed like science fiction. Today, advertising in micro markets and on other paym…
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Dean Prather Part II – The investments that define his approach to doing business
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As co-owner of Quality Vending & Coffee, Dean Prather is a hard-working operator with 34 years in the business. His invention, Q-Tote, is having an impact on the micro market industry. Dave Marler of Lightspeed calls it a “game changer.” Beyond his work, he is driven by giving back in several directions. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s …
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Coffee service will never be the same…but now is the time to pour on the OCS sales effort
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Since the NAMA Show in May, while some operators are discouraged and turning away from coffee service, Bob Tullio has been beating the same drum, urging coffee service operators to ramp up their sales efforts. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, the podcast for the convenience services industry, Tullio looks at the ups…
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Holiday House Distributing – Making an impact as a supplier and a supporter of the industry for over 30 years
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In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, the podcast for the convenience services industry, host Bob Tullio sat down with Holiday House co-founders Butch and Lynn Winkler, partners for 48 in marriage and business, Barbara Russell, the vice president of sales and marketing for the company. You won’t believe what Barbara’s ro…
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Quality Vending & Coffee – Part I – Dean Prather talks about the journey and strategies that work
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Dean Prather's story at Quality Vending & Coffee in Kansas City, might remind you of Jon Holden's story at All Star Services in Michigan. Proof that son-in-laws can be a great hire! In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation podcast, Prather takes host Bob Tullio on a company tour of Quality Vending & Coffee, a company that ha…
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Born on a college campus, Gimme celebrates 10 years as an industry innovator
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More than ever before, technology is being associated with vending and micro markets. For many, it seems to have all happened overnight, right after the pandemic. In reality, pioneers like Evan Jarecki have been at it for a decade. Today’s episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, the podcast for the convenience services industry, f…
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With so much to offer, “ACE in Space” is drawing interest from well beyond the Atlantic coast region
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There are plenty of reasons why the Atlantic Coast Exposition — often known as ACE — has emerged as more than just a regional event. It attracts attendees from beyond their core states of North Carolina, Virginia and South Carolina. In partnership with the Atlantic Coast Exposition, today’s episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation p…
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Welcome to the Home for Wayward OCs! Today’s episode features Anthony and his detective OC Rain, Contract Rider Neon! We discuss retrowave, Don Quixote, the Contract Riders Cinematic Universe, Streets of Fire, and connections. This episode contains brief mentions of alcohol consumption and family death. Theme: “Violet” by Podington Bear Email: wayw…
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What operators can learn from Angel Salvador - realtor to the stars
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Every now and again, Bob Tullio, the host of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation podcast, steps out of the convenience services industry and talks to people who sell something else for a living to see if he can learn anything new about sales. In this episode, Tullio talks to Angel Salvador, a Beverly Hills real estate professional who has…
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The industry is tuned in to Orrin Huebner - a legendary operator and now a leading consultant
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As an operator, Orrin Huebner has worked for an independent company, started and sold two of his own, and managed a large branch for an industry giant. This wealth of experience has made him a sought-after consultant. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, the podcast for the convenience services industry, host Bob Tullio…
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Welcome to the Home for Wayward OCs! Today’s episode features Crest and his sword-wielding OC, Aquarius the Oshawott! We discuss imploding fanfic, knights, orbs, keys, and favorite protagonists. Theme: “Violet” by Podington Bear Email: waywardocpod@gmail.com Twitter and Bluesky: @waywardocpod and #WaywardOCpod Guest Form: https://forms.gle/YJJcmrqC…
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As he celebrates Newco’s 50-year run, industry legend Joe Webster is still going strong
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1974 was quite a year. United States President Richard Nixon resigned following the Watergate scandal, Muhammad Ali and George Foreman fought for the heavyweight title, disco was becoming very popular, and a young man named Joe Webster started Newco Enterprises, a game changing event for many OCS operators. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser…
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A Michigan product himself, Jon Holden is creating customer loyalty and strong support for local brands
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Jon Holden loves being an operator. He is grateful for the people he works with, the clients he serves and the job that he gets to perform every day. In this episode Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation – the podcast for the convenience services industry, host Bob Tullio talks to Jon Holden of All Star Services in Michigan, in a podcast th…
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New operators, new technology, new products and a new attitude. NAMA Show 2024 - Part 2
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There is growing interest in the convenience services industry by newcomers – entrepreneurs who aspire to be operators. These newbies were seeking solutions at the 2024 NAMA Show while experienced operators found plenty of things to be impressed about. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation Podcast, host Bob Tullio explore…
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Operator interviews - Did you feel the vibe at the 2024 NAMA Show?
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Just about everyone who attended the event agreed that the 2024 NAMA Show in Dallas was the biggest gathering our industry has seen in a long time, if not the biggest ever. Beyond the expansive convention floor and large crowds, there was an unmistakable vibe – a clear change of direction, pointing to positive days ahead. In this episode of Automat…
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113 - Umar and the Awmaet Region
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Welcome to the Home for Wayward OCs! Today’s episode features Umar and the Awmaet Region from Pokemon Stone and Iron! We discuss Fakemon, Contract Riders, tradition vs. modernism, Design Limbo, and self-indulgence. This episode contains a very brief mention of parasites (the organism). Theme: “Violet” by Podington Bear Email: waywardocpod@gmail.com…
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Louis Baresh is feeling lucky, betting on the success of his company and convenience services
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With the NAMA Show landing in Dallas, Texas this year, Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation Podcast host Bob Tullio thought this would be a good time to explore the journey of a Dallas operator, Louis Baresh of Executive Refreshment. Tullio says the first time he met Louis Baresh, he knew Baresh was on his way to being a bright star in the…
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After 10 years and 10,000 markets, Steve Orlando and his team are still developing innovative solutions
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Fixturelite, based in Phoenix, Arizona, has been the industry’s leading supplier of micro market retail displays, equipment and design tools for ten years. But they didn’t start out that way. Steve Orlando and Troy Geis were successful operators who discovered the micro market business early on and realized that this new solution was going to be bi…
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An exclusive, sneak preview of the 2024 NAMA Show in Dallas
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The 2024 NAMA Show in Dallas is just a few weeks away and from all indications, it will be one of the biggest gatherings the convenience services industry has ever seen. On this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation Podcast, in partnership with NAMA, it’s all about the NAMA Show in Dallas – May 7th through May 9th. Podcast host B…
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The Kim Miros success formula: Dedication to her clients, her employees and the community
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Kim Miros doesn’t think much about being a successful female business owner. What she is truly proud of is where her business is now – capable of providing for herself, her employees and their families. Talking about it brings a tear to her eye. This new episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, Bob Tullio focuses on the journey of …
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Welcome to the Home for Wayward OCs! Today’s episode features Raena and her archer OC Saera Keilley! We discuss web forums, soda, wedding interventions, Big Number, and being unbreakable. This episode contains mentions of alcohol, setting-relevant violence, and depression. Theme: “Violet” by Podington Bear Email: waywardocpod@gmail.com Twitter and …
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Chasing the American dream – An inside look at the world of small operators
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A recent Wall Street Journal article points to vending as a strong investment trend of the 2020’s. Reports on social media portraying the vending business as easy money are drawing entrepreneurs toward the vending business. Can they be successful competing against established operators? This edition of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation …
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Linda Saldana Part II –Strategies, insights, plans and what keeps her up at night
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For Linda Saldana, the co-founder of Seventh Wave Refreshments in Atlanta, there is plenty of joy to go around. That's why Vending & OCS Nation host Bob Tullio decided to tell her story in two parts. In our first podcast episode this month, we focused on Linda's journey. That episode was entitled, “To deliver joy, Linda Saldana brings faith, passio…
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Expert advice - How storytelling can supercharge your communication with clients and prospects
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Storytelling is a powerful way to communicate with people - personally and in business. Knowing the fundamentals and understanding certain key strategies can make the difference when using storytelling to help clients and prospects make the right choices. In our last episode, featuring Linda Saldana of Seventh Wave Refreshments, she made reference …
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Welcome to the Home for Wayward OCs! Today’s episode features Benny and his very marketable OC Shu! the Blue Oomachu! We discuss spreadsheets, The Chaos Storm, summer camp, Little Guy Energy, and muses. Theme: “Violet” by Podington Bear Email: waywardocpod@gmail.com Twitter and Bluesky: @waywardocpod and #WaywardOCpod Network: @cornerpodnet, corner…
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To deliver “joy,” Linda Saldana brings faith, passion and energy to her work
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Chances are, if you are in the convenience services business, you have heard the name, Linda Saldana. In 2023, Automatic Merchandiser named her as one of the "Most Influential Women in Convenience Services." In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, host Bob Tullio sat down with Linda Saldana to talk about her professional a…
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View from the big apple – a conversation with industry veteran Jim Evans
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A family business can change dramatically from one generation to the next. That’s exactly what happened after Jim Evans joined Evans Quality Coffee. He followed societal shifts to move the company from industrial/mobile catering to vending and coffee. On this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, host Bob Tullio gives you a view…
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An "outhouse to penthouse" story from a supplier who says operators are paying too much
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Bob Tullio, the host of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, is the first to admit that he loves telling his listeners a good success story, whether it is the story of an operator or supplier who has something special to offer. In this episode, we explore the journey of an entrepreneur who is a bit of a disrupter. Now in his early 30’s, J…
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110 - Tanner, Lindsay, and Earth-6677 (Part 2)
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Welcome to the Home for Wayward OCs! Today’s episode features Tanner, Lindsay, and their Marvel multiverse, Earth-6677! We discuss Goo: It’ll Get Ya!, Ivan, Redeeming Reed Richards, A, and Claremont Dames. This episode covers the history of their universe to this point, so I’m just going to content-warn about general violence, sadness, and tragedy.…
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Jennifer Fox - Part II - A story of personal healing and some clear opinions on what operators must do to succeed
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In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation podcast, host Bob Tullio explores two sides of Jennifer Fox, owner of Fox Vending in the Chicago area. It's about overcoming personal challenges and doing what it takes to succeed in business. You will hear the dramatic story of Dragonolia and Herren project, all driven by the loss of…
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Jennifer Fox’s courageous approach to navigating the changing Chicago business climate
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In 2023, Automatic Merchandiser recognized Jennifer Fox, president of Fox Vending in the Chicago area, as one of the industry’s most influential women. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation podcast, host Bob Tullio talks to Fox about her journey and her courageous approach to doing business. Jennifer Fox’s story will be t…
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109 - Tanner, Lindsay, and Earth-6677 (Part 1)
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Welcome to the Home for Wayward OCs! Today’s episode features Tanner, Lindsay, and their Marvel multiverse, Earth-6677! We discuss linear time, Lord Byron, The Faustian Queen, and Latverian geography. This episode contains mentions of war, violence, and Nazis. Theme: “Violet” by Podington Bear Email: waywardocpod@gmail.com Twitter and Bluesky: @way…
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Serious ROI - Here is a low cost strategy to increase micro market sales by 10% to 20%
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How often do you think about lighting? In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation podcast, host Bob Tullio talks to some leading micro market consultants and to Cam Cloeter, the founder of Lighting for Impact, a company that is literally dominating the retail lighting market from coast to coast. Based on the data presented by …
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Designed for 2024: Three proven business development strategies that are guaranteed to succeed
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Bob Tullio, the host of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, admits that the title of this podcast makes a bold claim, but he stands by it for good reason. “I know these three business development strategies work, because I have seen them work. This will guarantee success for operators in 2024,” he said. Tullio is a firm believer that the…
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Special Edition - Determination, advice and the secret sauce - It’s the Best of 2023
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In this 25th episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, the podcast for the convenience services industry, host Bob Tullio brings listeners a Special Edition – it’s the best of 2023, featuring some of the most interesting comments and insights that we heard this year from operators and suppliers. Enjoy excerpts from 18 different epis…
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What’s behind the explosive growth of Digital Media Vending? Hint: It’s about revenue
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After David Ashforth sold his vending business in the UK in 2008, he came to San Francisco, expecting to see high tech everything, including vending machines. He was shocked by what he saw. Vending machines in America were anything but high tech. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, host Bob Tullio talks with David Ashf…
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A down to earth conversation with Dan Welch of World Cup Coffee
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One of the things Bob Tullio loves about hosting Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation podcast, is having the opportunity to learn about the journey of both suppliers and operators. For him, this episode, “A down to earth conversation with Dan Welch of World Cup Coffee,” turned out to be a most enjoyable interview. When his dad, Don Welch, …
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Austin summarizes the latest hip osteoarthritis CPG, highlights some of the changes from the previous version, and explains one of the more surprising recommendations. Support the show Use code FIELDGUIDE for 40% off a MedBridge subscription. Support the podcast and get study guides and bonus episodes at Patreon.com/physiofieldguide. Find more reso…
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Because “cashless is king,” here is a roadmap to help you choose a solution
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There is old saying in the world of finance – “Cash is king.” Not so for vending and micro market operators, where it is all about cashless payment, as consumers, particularly younger customers, rely on operators to offer quick and easy cashless payment solutions. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, host Bob Tullio exp…
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