Published: 27th March 2025
There is no doubt that as a nation we are gradually becoming unhealthier. It is for this reason that an increasing number of employers are now looking at ways that they can encourage healthier eating habits in the workplace. Here, we look at some of the ways that employers can improve eating habits in the workplace.
Published: 26th February 2025
Here, we take a look at the ways in which installing vending machines can not only enhance the overall guest experience but also boost the profits of your hotel as well.
Published: 30th January 2025
It is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that the only way to keep hold of that all-important talent is through bonuses and salary increases, but there are also things that you can change within the business itself to make it more appealing.
Published: 20th December 2024
Here, we take a look at what vending machines can offer and how you can choose the right one for your business.
Published: 28th November 2024
Here, we take a look at this impact and find out more about how nutrition can be used in the workplace to make people happier and more productive.
Published: 30th October 2024
Here we take a look at some of the essential maintenance that your vending machine will need to keep it running smoothly and ensure it is a success.
Published: 27th September 2024
When you think of the sort of things that might improve staff morale or productivity in the office, then you will typically think of things like pay rises, bonuses, and team building activities.
Published: 23rd August 2024
There are a number of different types of coffee machine on the market, so here we take a look at whether a floor standing unit or a tabletop machine would be better for your business.
Published: 29th July 2024
Installing vending machines in schools helps students focus by reducing distractions caused by hunger and makes healthy food options available to all which encourages a well-balanced diet, helping both students and staff stay nourished and engaged throughout the school day
Published: 27th June 2024
When we think about the effects that caffeine can have on us, we tend to associate it with a familiar buzz, and something that can help to wake us up in the morning.
Published: 31st May 2024
We love a snack to help get us through the day, whether it is to conquer hunger or boredom, and so it can be difficult to resist when they are all laid out in front of us. So, what is the nation’s favourite snack?
Published: 22nd March 2024
Hospitals see a great many people come through their doors, both as patients and visitors. It can be a difficult time for everyone involved, so it is important to take as many steps as possible to make their time there as easy and comfortable as possible.
Published: 27th February 2024
Although the world might see us as the quintessential tea consumers, the British are increasingly becoming a nation of coffee drinkers, and with evidence to suggest having such a luxury can help staff productivity, it’s no wonder more and more businesses are created dedicated spaces for the beloved coffee break.
Published: 26th January 2024
We all know that we need to make an effort to be greener, and it is down to businesses to lead the way in reducing their carbon footprint. This year, the pressure is greater than ever before and so it is time for businesses to get creative.
Published: 28th November 2023
When it comes to improving your workplace, there might be lots of things that you have considered, but have you thought about micro-markets? They are the latest trend to feature in workplaces up and down the country, but how do they improve where you work?
Published: 30th October 2023
They say that a watched pot never boils, and this can seem to be true when waiting for a kettle to boil in a staff canteen or kitchen. Many businesses have therefore chosen to invest in a commercial water boiler to provide instant hot water whenever it is needed.
Published: 28th September 2023
When you set up a gym you will need to choose your treadmills and your kettlebells, but have you thought about adding vending machines to what you offer?
Published: 29th August 2023
A healthy diet is a great way to boost productivity at work, but as an employer, you cannot be held responsible for the diets of those who work for you. However, providing some healthy choices at work can help to guide people in the right direction and give them a boost while they are at work.
Published: 28th July 2023
The old adage about not snacking between meals is just not applicable to many people in the modern world. Snacking is often beneficial. In fact, it may even be necessary…
Published: 29th June 2023
The wellbeing and morale of your workforce is incredibly important, and a lot of focus is now being thrown at this subject by a great number of businesses.
Published: 25th May 2023
Many of us do not drink enough during the day, but drinking plenty of fresh water can help us to stay healthy and keep our bodies and brains at the most efficient, driving productivity and benefitting everyone.
Published: 31st March 2023
Many businesses like brand new investments, but could a refurbished vending machine but more suited to your requirements?
Published: 28th February 2023
When introducing a vending machine to your business, you must ensure that its placement is suitable to both maximise profit and fulfil its purpose.
Published: 26th January 2023
When it comes to offering food and drink to your employees, there is now a wide range of options available, all offering convenience, style and choice. Many businesses find themselves choosing between installing vending machines and micro markets instead of the traditional canteens as a more modern and cost-effective way forward, but how do you choose which one to have?
Published: 21st December 2022
The clocks going back mean that daylight starts earlier. Unfortunately, mornings are still getting darker, and evenings are starting earlier. There are still pleasant days but overall, the weather is cold, wet and windy. It’s also likely to stay that way for a while.
Published: 09th November 2022
The first hour of the day is often the “power hour” for meetings. Meetings later in the day can be vulnerable to distractions and no-shows, energy dips and thoughts of home time.
Published: 30th September 2022
Whilst contactless payments had started to grow in popularity, it was the COVID-19 pandemic that saw them really boom. With fears of handling cash that had been through countless hands or pressing buttons that hadn’t been cleaned for a while, suddenly the whole world seemed to become contactless overnight.
Published: 31st August 2022
Having a vending machine at work can be a fantastic addition as it has a whole range of benefits. They are welcomed and enjoyed by employees, and the knock-on effects of this can then be felt by the whole business. Here, we pick seven of the best benefits of having a vending machine at work.
Published: 25th July 2022
Coffee is now quickly becoming everybody’s favourite drink, with people paying a fortune for their caffeine hit every single day and spending hours queuing up waiting for it. It therefore stands to reason that adding a commercial coffee machine could be a huge hit within your business, with a lot of advantages that you might never have thought of!
Published: 12th July 2022
Japan is famous for being the home of weird and wonderful technology, and vending machines are no exception. A visit to the country will show exactly how popular they are as one can be found at just about every turn.
Published: 30th May 2022
Since April, all businesses in the out-of-home sector with over 250 employees have been required to display calorie counts on non-prepacked food and soft drinks. Businesses that fail to comply with these rules could face fines of up to £2,500.
Published: 27th April 2022
Water coolers have been office staples since the 1980s. They’ve held their place as office essentials for good reason. Employees need to stay hydrated (even in winter) and employers need to make sure that they can do so. With that in mind, here are some points to consider if you’re purchasing an office water cooler.
Published: 09th December 2021
With 2021 drawing to a close, now is a good time to reflect on the past year. For all its challenges, it was still an improvement on 2020. Overall, 2021 seems to have been a year of adaptation and development and here at Cema Vending, we’ve made the most of it.
Published: 12th November 2021
This Christmas season, the big brand coffee shops and fast-food restaurants are releasing their festive drinks and everyone is very excited. Festive drinks have soared in popularity in recent years, especially from the popular coffee shops like Starbucks and costa. Part of their popularity has come from social media reviews of popular festive and seasonal drinks that go viral, making people want to go out and try the new drink everyone on the internet is raving about.
Published: 29th October 2021
Plastic may not be fantastic but it does have a role to play in moving towards a more sustainable future. Using plastic in the right way is key to transitioning seamlessly towards better waste management. The team at Cema Vending want to take this opportunity to explain our commitment to sustainability, and how it serves not only our customers but also the planet too.
Published: 04th October 2021
Coffee can often seem to be the lifeblood of many workplaces, and everyone now has their favourite type and a very specific order. However, it hasn’t always been the case, and the desire for a skinny soya latte at your desk is a relatively new phenomenon. So, with National Coffee Day taking place on 1st October, it got us thinking how have coffee habits changed at work?
Published: 10th September 2021
As featured on Planet Vending, we’re happy to announce that we’ve joined forces with Johnsons Vending, becoming one of the largest independent vending companies in the East Midlands, servicing businesses in Nottingham, Derby and Leicester.
Published: 27th August 2021
Vending machines might seem like a feature in almost every public space these days, but have you ever thought about where they came from? They actually have a long history that dates back as far as the first century when Greek mathematician Hero of Alexandria found a way to dispense holy water in temples. They have come a long way since then, but the path has been an interesting one.
Published: 21st July 2021
Vending machines are a common sight in most public spaces and workplaces nowadays. They are a quick and convenient way to grab a snack or a drink on the go, but the majority require payment by cash leaving customers rooting through their pocks for change.
Published: 21st June 2021
We are all aware that keeping hydrated is good for us, and as an employer, you probably want to encourage your workforce to be healthy. However, there are actually legal requirements around the provision of water in the workplace that every business needs to be aware of.
Published: 14th May 2021
As featured on The Business Desk, we’re happy to report that we’ve had a record first quarter of the year. Securing over £100,000 of contracted new business and planning our brand new major e-commerce site, Workplace Refreshments. Our sister company, R+R Hub acquired a further 8000 sq ft at our base in Netherfield for boosted storage capacity for our two companies.
Published: 13th May 2021
We all know that the benefits of proper hydration are vast, and the NHS recommends drinking between six and eight glasses of water per day. As people spend most of their week at work, it is important to ensure that your employees have access to safe and clean drinking water at all times to enable them to maintain these levels of hydration.
Published: 11th March 2021
Snacks. We all love them, from crisps and biscuits to confectionery and sweets. We’re a nation of snack lovers and in 2018/19 alone, the average person would consume up to 62 grams of crisps per week. Now that’s a lot of crisps.
Published: 02nd March 2021
There is no doubt that the pandemic has changed the way we live and work, perhaps forever.
Published: 26th February 2021
If there was one thing that was certain for office managers and facilities personnel in 2020, it was uncertainty. It’s made planning incredibly challenging, especially where food and drinks have traditionally been provided on-site for employees.
Published: 22nd February 2021
As featured on East Midlands Business Link, we’re happy to announce that we have kick-started the year by landing our first three major contract wins of 2021 so far.
Published: 20th January 2021
If 2020 taught us anything, it was that innovation is everywhere. Right across the UK and in a wide range of industries, we switched to online meetings, pivoted to door-to-door deliveries and found new ways to do business across borders.
Published: 18th December 2020
As featured on East Midlands Business Link, we’re happy to announce that we have taken part in Right At Home Nottingham’s Social Santa Campaign.
Published: 11th December 2020
The debate of when Christmas begins will rage but there’s one thing for sure, in the Christmas workplace, it all really starts kicking off on Christmas Jumper Day, even if this year, many of us will be doing this apart!
Published: 02nd December 2020
As featured on West Bridgford Wire, we’re happy to announce that we’re currently undergoing a major project with UK Face Masks Direct as the innovative Nottingham business continues its roll out of PPE vending machines across the UK.
Published: 25th November 2020
Whilst nobody can be quite sure when coffee was first discovered, many legends trace the history of coffee back to a humble goat herder named Kaldi, who noticed that his goats began to become less keen to settle down for a good snooze come night time.