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.
However, one thing which has proved to be very effective that might not automatically spring to mind is the installation of vending machines in the workplace.
Adding these to a reception area or break room can be very effective at boosting the way people feel about the business and how they work within it, so we take a look at why they are so successful.
We all know that feeling hungry can help have a big impact on our concentration and feeling tired usually means that we get a lot less work done. These can happen to any employee at any time of the day and so it’s important that they are able to get hold of some form of fuel that helps them get on with the task in hand.
Vending machines can ensure that there is a snack, meal or drink on hand to help cure any cravings and give people the energy boost that they need to do their jobs.
Whether it is a piece of fruit, a bar of chocolate or a double espresso, they can refuel properly during their break time or grab something while they are on the go, allowing them to have the energy to be more productive.
When a craving calls, we often cannot resist the urge to go and satisfy it. For many employees that means taking time out of the business to find a nearby shop or café to give them what they need. Vending machines can now stock a wide range of items from barista style coffee to a whole range of foods and drinks.
This means everything your employees could want is there at hand, and they do not need to leave the building to get it.
By ensuring that all of these things are just in the next room or down a corridor, you can cut down the amount of time people spend out of the business and ensure that they are using their work time more productively.
Job satisfaction is most closely linked to how people interact with other staff members and what their role entails, but it can also refer many smaller gestures throughout the business. Having things like vending machines on hand can provide convenience and a small treat that often make the working day much more enjoyable.
These things often help to make employees feel much happier in their surroundings and can contribute towards higher levels of job satisfaction.
Whilst the vending machine will not be the thing that swings whether a person continues to work for a business or not, it is another piece in the puzzle that helps retain staff and stop them moving on to places that might seem more appealing.
We have heard all heard about the conversations that can be had over a water cooler, and vending machines provide a very similar atmosphere. It provides employees with the opportunity to take a break and recharge for a few valuable minutes whilst interacting on a more social level with other people in the business.
This helps to build bonds with between teams and can lead to better collaboration and sharing of ideas, which can then benefit the business in a much greater way.
Vending machines can seem like a small addition to a business, but the impact they can make could be much bigger than you might expect. They can play a part in creating a company culture that encourages productivity and boost staff morale in a subtle, convenient and welcoming way.
At Cema Vending, we stock and supply a wide range of vending machines which are available to purchase directly from us. Contact our team today on 01157 845 845 or email sales@cemavending.co.uk to find out more about our range of vending machines.
