The IoT is a game changer for vending machines. Smart, connected machines can draw in customers, eliminate downtime and stock outages, and give businesses real-time insights into their customers’ needs.

The entire vending machine supply chain can bene t from these new capabilities, including machine manufacturers, product distributors, property managers, and even consumers themselves. But before we dive into the benefits of smart vending machines, it’s worth taking a look at the problems with conventional machines.