Have you ever been to a party where the kitchen was not a gathering space in some way? That’s because it’s where the food lives! Office life is just like a party in that we tend to gather around places where we can get water and food. Vending machines provide this valuable service in our everyday lives.
There are many benefits of vending machines. For one, they provide sustenance for the mental labor of office life. But they also provide a social service as a place where coworkers naturally gather and discuss their day.
Here’s a closer look at some more great benefits of vending machines and how they can enhance your workplace.
Feeling welcomed
Vending machines can make a break room feel more like a welcoming space. For some employees, seeing row after row of brightly colored, delicious goodies beckoning one into the lounge to relax and enjoy a sweet or salty snack is a comfort that satisfies beyond the taste buds. Even if you do not indulge in a tasty treat at that time, it’s nice to know that it is always there for you no matter what.
The best small office vending machines are ones that are customized to the wants and needs of a specific office’s employees. For example, you can take a poll to find out the most popular office snacks and drinks, and load up your vending machine with these items. Or maybe keep a few items in there for a little morale boost for specific employees. Jim loves chili-cheese-flavored Funyuns? Stock them to make him feel cared for. Pam loves black licorice Twizzlers? Seeing them in a vending machine can make her feel seen.
Different sizes and types of vending machines
Vending machines come in all different sizes and styles. Some offer combined snack and beverage vending, which can save valuable space in small offices. Some vending machines are narrow to allow for placement in smaller spaces.
But just because the vending machine is narrow doesn’t mean it has to be limited in options. There are vending machines with rotating displays that can hold an abundance of items. These types of vending machines offer an added bonus in that it can feel like browsing through a marketplace to really make the purchase feel like a satisfying personal decision.
How to get the most out of your vending machines
When installing a vending machine, your vending machine service representative will have some helpful suggestions on how to get the most out of your vending machine. You may find that instead of one large machine, two smaller ones placed in different locations may be more desirable for your workplace. The representative will help you determine the best location and go over options for stocking the vending machine as well.
When you need vending machines for an office, or if you already have vending machines and just need vending machine service, reach out to ABC Vending Co. today to schedule an appointment. We look forward to working with you!