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.
Vending machines are great for people who are busy as they can get exactly what they want, when they want it. They contain a wide range of food and drinks which means your employees can grab a quick snack, a cup of coffee or even their lunch, all at the touch of a few buttons.
With a vending machine in the building, who needs to go shopping? Your vending machine can provide your employees with everything they need, meaning that they spend less time off site, and more time in the office, working to their full potential.
A vending machine is not just a place for high sugar, high fat, and high salt; it can also offer some great healthy alternatives. Whether you want a delicious soup, some fresh fruit or a sandwich, there are some great healthy options to choose from. By supporting the health and diet of your employees, you can earn their loyalty and be repaid through a reduced number of sick days.
Keeping morale amongst your employees high has never been more important, and your vending machine can contribute to this. Giving staff what they want and making them feel valued can go a long way to increasing their productivity. If they are happy at work, they are more likely to give more while they are there – not to mention the benefits of the mid-afternoon sugar boost.
A vending machine works so that you don’t have to. It can be on 24/7, so it can work around any shift patterns. Employees can take breaks when they need to and not when dictated by canteen opening times.
Hiring and maintaining a vending machine can be an incredibly low-cost option, especially when compared to the cost of manning and equipping a full kitchen.
A vending machine is possibly the lowest maintenance way to provide your workforce with great quality food and drink. Not only do you not need to worry about canteen or café kitchens, you also don’t even need to keep track of your own inventory.
Many machines can keep track of what is selling and what is not, and vending machine leasing companies can provide full maintenance packages which not only include cleaning and repairs, but also a restocking service too. You won’t have to lift a finger!
In days gone by you would be required to keep a close eye on your vending machine to check when it was running low on stock. You would then need to pick the perfect moment to reorder and fill the machine up on a regular basis. This often proved to be a lot of hassle, and businesses were left with excess stock that wasn’t selling.
Fully managed vending has been designed to take all of these headaches away. Once your vending machine is in place and you have decided what you want to fill it with, your vending management company will take care of all the rest. Many machines now have the capability to digitally record sales, making it much easier to see when something is running low and when something isn’t selling, making reordering much more accurate.
Your vending manager will then come on site to restock your machine whenever it needs it, without you ever having to lift a finger. They will also take care of any maintenance that is needed as well as the cleaning, which is particularly important when you stock hot drinks machines which have pipes that need a regular clean.
Having this sort of setup in your business gives you a stress-free way to manage your vending options. There does not need to be a dedicated member of staff giving up valuable time to look after the machine, and there is less money wasted on stock that doesn’t sell.
However, vending machines can be big money spinners, especially now they come equipped with contactless payment technology, meaning that they can quietly sit at the heart of your business, bringing in money without causing you any hassle at all. It’s like having a silent salesperson on your staff!
Vending machines in the workplace have also proved to be a winner with staff, who enjoy the wide range of options that they bring. Machines now can offer everything from barista style coffee to salads, sandwiches and fresh fruit as well as the traditional cold drinks, crisps and snacks. The combination of choice and convenience has been proven to boost both productivity and satisfaction amongst staff who enjoy having easy food and drink options at their fingertips.
Your customers will love it too, as it is now easier than ever to buy something when they need it. Whether they need something to recover after a tough gym session, a coffee to pass the time while the kids play or a snack to ease the pressure of a ‘hangry’ child, they now have something quick and easy to hand.
By having a fully managed option, your machine will always be filled with the things that people want, ensuring that they are more likely to spend their money with you, and to keep choosing to visit your business over the competition.
Fully managed vending is now becoming the obvious choice for businesses who want to offer more convenience without giving themselves more work. It can be a great way to keep staff, customers and owners happy all at once!
Vending machines are perfect in any workplace, as they can provide you with some obvious benefits, as well as a few unseen ones too. Installing a machine will be very popular and it won’t be long before your business is feeling the benefit.
Now you’ve seen the benefits of having a vending machine and how effective they can be within the workplace, why not get one for your own? Here at Cema Vending, we can offer a wide variety of vending machine options to suit many business sectors and meet the demands of different workplace environments. Don’t hesitate to contact us on 01157 845 845, or drop us an email on sales@cemavending.co.uk and we’ll do everything we can to help!
