VENDING IN EDUCATION


added our VMC Flex system onto campus to incorporate all their catering purchase points into one system. For students this meant one way to pay anywhere on campus using their student cards or the Flex mobile app, and for the site operations team it became much easier to manage subsidies and free school meal vouchers directly within student accounts.”


“Bringing vending into a campus-wide system like this gives students more choice and freedom on where they can spend their money on site and helps to encourage sales through impulse and repeat purchasing, and utilising incentives such as loyalty.”


In higher education settings, vending proved itself to be a hero during the Covid lockdowns, stepping in on campus when traditional catering became unavailable. Since then, with advances in contactless, mobile payments and digital loyalty schemes, vending can now be easily integrated and utilised as a more complementary feature to the main catering service.


Advancements lead to vending integration Laura Barwell, Head of UK Sales at VMC


explains: “Over the last few years, we’ve assisted several colleges and universities with the transition to cashless payments and as part of this exercise many choose to incorporate vending at the same time to  potential of all points of sale.” “One client, City of Bristol College, went one step further than contactless and


reducing plastic waste and is therefore a better solution for the environment. But the machine’s features don’t end


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In today’s educational settings, prioritising student and staff well-being and meeting corporate social responsibility goals is essential. Schools, colleges, and universities require vending solutions that go beyond mere refreshment. This is where innovation comes into play, an example of which is the award- winning Hydration Station from Westomatic. The solution offers innovative features that


revolutionise the delivery of chilled triple-  of healthy premium juice concentrates.


Moreover, it places a strong emphasis on   impurities, harmful bacteria, microorganisms, and microplastics, ensuring a refreshing taste and the highest standards of safety and hygiene in every drink. 


 the need for single-use plastics. This aligns perfectly with educational sites’ corporate 


there. Its 12-inch media screen provides a versatile platform that could promote onsite services, sports clubs, and showcase student achievements, thereby enhancing communication. Furthermore, it offers sites an opportunity to generate revenue through advertisements or sponsorship placements. This Hydration Station can also cater for multiple contactless payment options, including token acceptors and biometrics, ensuring adaptability for every site. Additionally it can be paired with a Snackpoint vending machine, providing an opportunity for upselling, and dispensing reusable bottles for immediate use at the Hydration Station, as well as offering healthy snacks. For larger sites, you could even pair it with a Snackpoint Quinto, featuring two high-capacity trays capable of delivering 180 reusable bottles or cold drinks. In essence, the enables educational sites to offer healthier refreshment choices, generate revenue with ease, while championing more sustainable solutions.


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