Enhancing Life in Kenya: The Impact of Vending Machine Technology

You are definitely familiar with Vending Machines. In fact, this technology trend has been around for a long time, especially in Indonesia. However, its use is still limited to certain public places and is not yet familiar to some people. In the past, Vending Machines were only used to purchase drinks or instant coffee. But nowadays, Vending Machines can also serve many things, from newspapers, magazines, and chargers, to cards and travel tickets.

Vending Machine Technology that We Know in Indonesia

Vending Machine technology that we know in Indonesia is generally only limited to purchasing food and drinks. These vending machines are available at airports, train stations, and hospitals. In the past, Vending Machines in Indonesia only served payments using cash. The prospective buyer puts in the exact amount of money, then presses the drink or food they want, before finally the food or drink comes out. 

Currently, the trend of vending machine technology has developed far in Indonesia. We can use the online payment system using an application integrated into our smartphone. Plus, we can also top up our balance with various digital payments. 

Reasons Why Vending Machines Are Important for Kenya

A story emerged from a milk seller in the Kibera area, Kenya. Previously, he sold milk as usual by selling it in the shop and making cash payments directly to him. But now, he has installed a vending machine from a Zaidi Company in Kenya to sell his milk. He doesn't need to be on guard 24 hours and transactions continue to run.

Users of their Vending Machine just need to put in the amount of milk they want, put down the plastic, bottle, or whatever container they have, and then the amount of milk they put in will come out. Since he installed this machine, the number of users has increased significantly. 

Local residents feel this method is easier for them. They can buy milk for the amount of money they have and according to their needs. For example, one resident has 7 children. Each child only wants 200ml of milk, so he can buy it according to that size. 

Vending Machine Technology Trends in Kenya 

Until now, there are many vending machines available in Kenya. Not only selling milk but also edible oils and oil. The existence of this vending machine not only benefits traders but also more and more companies are moving to develop various types of vending machines. 

Some merchants may not have enough money to get a good vending machine and pay for repairs. If there is a power cut, the vending machine shuts down, and the food inside goes bad. One company like Zaidi uses a different business approach. They will provide vending machines, carry out the installation process, and even repairs. Traders only need to pay electricity costs, cleaning costs, and give a certain % of profits to the company. It's an easy solution for them to still be able to develop their business because they both benefit.