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Winning the right location for your vending machine (the sales approach, not selecting the location)

February 16, 2022

Factors influencing the success of a vending machine business 9 out of 10 vending business owners would agree that location is the most crucial factor in determining success. Important factors, such as selecting the right vending equipment and choosing the most profitable and saleable merchandise, depend on the location. For example, in a location where a hip demography loosens their purse strings, having an intuitive interface and reliable operations results in more transactions. Whereas, in

How does a ‘Made in USA’ vending machine help your vending business

February 1, 2022

Buying Made in the USA – The What and The Why? Some suppliers sell truly American-made products, while others do not. The government has ensured that buying Made in the USA is no longer an abstract concept. The high-level description of an “All or Virtually All” American-made product is that more than 50% of the product and its components by cost must be made in the country. Thanks to FTC guidelines [1] and federal

Full-spectrum vending machine and vending solutions supplier

January 21, 2022

How Do Vending Solutions Contribute To Business Success? Vending is more than the machines, installation and operation, and maintenance. The complete vending service solution you choose extends your identity as an entrepreneur or business, which goes beyond the latest features and newest technology It also needs to be equipped to Serve your customers better – take care of your customers in the most efficient way possible by enhancing the customer experience through the latest

5 Vending Machine Features You Must Have (UV, Cashless, GuaranteeVend, etc.)

January 20, 2022

Five Must-Have Features of Your Vending Machine Are you in the market for a vending solution? Vending machines wear multiple hats – they are a great source of extra income and a way for products and retail brands to improve the customer experience. If you are in the market for a vending solution, the ideal starting point is to check out our profit calculator or contact us directly at Vending.com. What are the features

Buying a vending machine is easy (Financing, leasing, reman/used, etc.)

January 18, 2022

Buying a vending machine is easier than ever before. Everybody must have experienced the fun of buying something from a vending machine to just see it spit out the product you chose to buy. Owning a vending machine can be even more fun and rewarding. Nobody will mind an alternate source of revenue from vending machines. There are several stories where what started as a side hustle became a thriving vending business. Investing in a

What Is The True Cost of Owning a Vending Machine?

January 18, 2022

Total Cost of Ownership – The iceberg below the water level Owning and operating a vending machine is good business. More than 2/3rds of vending machine owners and operators are micro businesses and individuals. They do not have the “big-four” accounting companies keeping their books. Suppose you are a small business or individual owner-operator of vending machines. There is a high chance that you will have to keep a tab of your collections and earnings

Full Profit Vending Program

January 14, 2022

What does a full profit vending program look like? How much can you, hypothetically, make from your vending machine? Check out our price recommendations below. Can cold drinks (Major Brands) Vend Price———————————————————————————————-$1.25 Cost per can———————————————————————————————–.32 Profit per can————————————————————————————.93 Bottle cold drinks (16.9oz-Major Brands) Sale/Vend Price—————————————————————————————$1.50 Cost per bottle——————————————————————————————-.67 Profit per bottle——————————————————————————–.83 Bottled Water-#1 Selling Beverage (16.9oz) Sale/Vend Price—————————————————————————————$1.25 Cost per bottle——————————————————————————————-.13 Profit per bottle——————————————————————————-1.12 Chips-Top Name Variety Pack (50 Ct.) Sale/Vend Price—————————————————————————————-$1.25 Cost per bag———————————————————————————————–.28

How to Find Locations for Your Vending Machine Equipment

January 14, 2022

A common question asked by new people getting into the vending business is, “How do I find the best location for my vending machines?” Some new vendors will get permission to place their machine(s) at places such as their own place of business, a relative or a friend’s business or a business where you know the owner. To assist further, we have listed below a number of businesses to consider when placing your machines. Keep

Preparing for 2022 Trends: What beverages and sodas are your customers consuming?

December 19, 2021

If you have beverage vending machines, you need to plan ahead to accommodate the changing demands of your customers. Industry experts predict that, on an average, the sales of major beverages are set to rise at a CAGR of 1.7% per year until 2026. The year 2020 saw the entire world go through major upheaval due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Even retail sales of beverages dipped as fewer people were stepping out of their homes.

Vending – A Year in Review

December 17, 2021

2021 – A look back 2020 will be remembered as the year of lockdowns and the year when masks became a style accessory for the masses. But 2021 has had a lot of other reasons to be remembered. While some may remember it as commercial space flights becoming the new norm, others will remember the vending industry and its big moments in 2021. The market for vending equipment grew at a much faster pace than

Financing Options

November 3, 2021

The biggest challenge to investing in vending machines is capital, but it does not have to be. Vending machines are the proverbial cash-cows that individuals and businesses can earn a constant source of additional income from. But for some, the cost of buying one can delay the decision to invest in other vending machines and vending technology. So how do you invest in a vending machine? Leading vending machine manufacturer, Vending.com, a Wittern Group company,

The 2021 Section 179 Tax Deduction

October 18, 2021

Did you know that with the Section 179 Tax Deduction, you can deduct the full price of new vending equipment? This incentive for business owners expires at the end of 2021, so take full advantage today! Find out more about the benefits of this incentive and how it can help your vending business by watching the video below. For more information about Section 179, give us a call at 1-800-548-1982 or contact your sales representative

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