Canteen of Northern California’s work with a local college is a testament to the transformative power of cutting-edge retail solutions. The outcomes are impressive: substantial sales growth, more efficient inventory control, and heightened customer satisfaction. By embracing innovative technology, traditional vending operations were revolutionized, yielding exceptional results.
Canteen of Northern California, a leading provider of vending and micro-market solutions, has revolutionized the way students and staff access snacks and beverages at Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC). By implementing the Smart Store, a cutting-edge retail solution, Canteen has not only enhanced the customer experience but also achieved remarkable results.
Traditional vending machines at SCJC faced limited product variety and inefficient inventory management. The college administration was seeking a solution that could address these problems and provide a more modern, convenient shopping experience for students and staff.
Canteen of Northern California introduced the Smart Store, a state-of-the-art vending solution that’s reliable, scalable, and can offer a wide range of products. The Smart Store’s advanced technology, including weighted shelf systems and cashless payments, ensures a seamless and secure shopping experience, with an intuitive design that makes it easy to navigate and purchase items. Canteen of Northern California hasn’t experienced any shrink and has received zero service calls for the machine.
The Smart Store has boosted sales and enhanced customer satisfaction. The college administration is pleased with the results, leading to the addition of three more Smart Stores on campus soon. Canteen of Northern California is looking for placement opportunities in other sectors, like car dealerships and hotels.
Since installation, the Smart Store has been a resounding success.
Over 250% increase in sales, from $450-$600 per week for traditional vending machines to $1,600 per week.
Drivers can inventory unit in 1 ½ minutes — which makes restocking more efficient & more accurate.
The machine has a 0% shrinkage rate.
The Smart Store at SRJC is a testament to the power of innovative technology in transforming traditional vending operations. By addressing key challenges and delivering exceptional results, Canteen of Northern California has set a new standard for convenience and efficiency in the retail vending industry.
“The thing I’m most excited about is that you can sell anything. That to me is the biggest gain…. Overall it’s been a very positive thing.”
–Shaun Dayton, Operations Manager, Canteen of Northern California
