The only constant is change. If there's an industry that this mantra applies to best it's hotel management. Keeping up with the constant demands of the ever-so-fickle traveler is a real challenge. You can never know for certain if making a decision based on consumer trends will lead to success or failure until after you've made it. Take, for example, the rise in popularity of hotel pantries. In lieu of vending machines, many managers have fit these mini convenience markets into the design of their lobby so guests can easily grab a snack during their stay. But should your hotel jump on board? Will vending machines no longer be a viable option for hotels? Below are the pros and cons of both approaches to snacks and beverages to help you decide which is best for your hotel.
As with every industry, there's always something changing in vending or news stories worth sharing. New products, technology, and strategies are always being tried and tested. Here are five noteworthy stories from the vending industry.
When you get vending machines for your location, it's important to understand there's more to receiving good service than choosing the best company in your area. Even though you are the customer, to get the most out of your service means knowing what you can do on your end to help. It's really no different from any other product or service on the market. Here are three ways you can ensure the service you receive meets--or even succeeds--your expectations.
As with every industry, there's always something changing in vending or news stories worth sharing. New products, technology, and strategies are always being tried and tested. Here are five noteworthy stories from the vending industry.
When searching for a new vending machine service, you're likely to be presented with a bunch of options. From the many companies to choose from to the flavor choices, there's a decision to make at every step of the way. But the very first decision will be whether or not to choose self-fill or full-service. Certain factors will determine which route is better for your business (e.g. number of employees and customers), but even if you qualify for full-service vending, you might consider self-fill. Here's a quick guide to help you decide.
Getting a vending machine for your office is a great way to provide employees and customers with easy access to a variety of beverages and snacks. It's a simple way to keep them refreshed and energized. But before getting vending machines installed, there's usually some questions you want answers to first. Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we get about vending services.
Vending machines often get a bad rap. "They're full of junk food," many people say. For a long time, that was an accurate statement. But as eating habits have changed in recent years as many people are more conscious about the foods they consume, the vending industry has upgraded to provide products that align with healthier eating habits. Items that have fewer calories and are lower in sugar are frequently sold through vending machines.
When considering to implement an on-site vending program, choosing the right supplier can feel a bit overwhelming. It seems like there are as many vending companies to choose from as there are products. How do you know which ones are good? Which one will best fit your needs? Here are five things to consider when searching for quality vending services.
The vending machine charged me twice! Now, what do I do??
Have you been charged twice for an item you purchased from a vending machine? We can help explain.
On July 4th, 2017 Avanti Markets discovered malware that exposed credit card transactions for any kiosks using old MSR credit card reader technology.