Ensure Food Quality in Vending Machines

Food and beverage vending machines are the most saught after by people who work and are looking for a quick and easy way to get a meal. According to the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA), in 2004, more than $21 billion was spent buying food and beverage products from vending machines in America alone. According to Aramark, a food services giant, Americans work 8-10 hours a day and over 15 percent of them do have the time to take lunch breaks. For them, an on-site vending machine is an convenient way to grab food while on the run.

It is important that vending operators maintain quality of product they provide and also should ensure that the machines being used by them are always fresh. It’s often the quality of food and it’s appearance that will bring your customer back again and again.

As a vending machine operator you should ensure that:

1. The machine is loaded with quality, top brand food products.
2. The products are fresh.
3. Make sure the vending machine in never out of stock.
4. Proper temperature is maintained for hot and cold products respectively.
5. Have a power backup in case of power failure
6. Maintain a clean and tidy machine and the surrounding area
7. Check all products for expiry dates.

Although all the above points are very basic, they are surprisingly often ignored, which can result in a loss of sales. A little attention to your machines and the product within can help you grow your business.

Planet Antares offers unique vending machines which can control temperature and keep products fresh and healthier for a longer duration. If the vending operators adopt these business practices, they can really make a mark in the growth of their business.