Articles Tagged with ''vending machines''

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No-touch cashless systems offer convenience, speed and security

Beverages account for 34 percent of vending machine revenue in 2020
Barbara Harfmann
May 27, 2020
The vending machine industry continues to evolve. The use of no-touch cashless systems has provided greater convenience, speed and security for customers and operators, particularly important in the wake of COVID-19. Soft drinks generate the most sales, followed by non-carbonated products like bottled waters, teas and energy drinks.
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Technology, healthier options drive vending industry

Consumer engagement, connectivity impact vending
Barbara Harfmann
June 12, 2017
In response to consumers seeking healthier options, vending machines now stock a broader food and beverage portfolio along with the “smart” technological solutions like Apple Pay and Google Pay. On-machine signage also is helping consumers to better evaluate their choices.
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Health and wellness drive changes for vending machines

Variety key for vending machine operators
Amanda Del Buono
June 9, 2016

Beverages, especially carbonated soft drinks (CSDs), are an essential part of the vending channel’s success. Although the vending industry faces challenges, like complying with new government regulations and trying to meet consumer health-and-wellness demands, industry experts say that the vending channel is poised for growth.


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PepsiCo launches new vending initiative

Hello Goodness offers diverse selection of better-for-you products
December 15, 2015

Reflecting the evolving needs of today's consumer and the increased desire for more better-for-you choices on-the-go, Purchase, N.Y.-based PepsiCo Inc. launched a new, state-of-the-art food and beverage vending initiative called Hello Goodness. 


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Single-serve beverages in schools focus on healthy choices

Associations are tackling obesity through education, innovative initiatives
Barbara Harfmann
August 10, 2015

The start of the 2015-2016 school year is just around the corner, and students between the ages of five and 18 will continue to find healthier beverages and snacks in vending machines, a la carte lines and school stores due to the Smart Snacks in School regulation enacted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in July 2014.


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