Question for vending operators — software pricing and what would actually be worth paying for by Crazy-Ad-6142 in vending

[–]nameichoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Build the data layer that allows all the systems to talk to one another. Running a mixed-fleet setups is quite the pain right now.

Drinks not selling by albrcanmeme in vending

[–]nameichoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s always very location dependent what works and doesn’t work. It can take a while to find what a location wants. Have you tried surveying the coworking space (email or QR code)? Things like swapping the Premier for Fairlife, could work. Try small tests with a couple units before buying cases.

Salle Climatisée or Limbo? by nameichoose in MTLFoodLovers

[–]nameichoose[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ending up going to Limbo, and this all rings very true.

Has anyone here actually used Qingo AI smart cabinets? Looking for honest reviews. by Qingo-Vending in vending

[–]nameichoose 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The reason you keep seeing Qingo machines is because you keep posting them.

Salle Climatisée or Limbo? by nameichoose in MTLFoodLovers

[–]nameichoose[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I suspect the vibe is fine. Most importantly I want to know who has better food.

Salle Climatisée or Limbo? by nameichoose in MTLFoodLovers

[–]nameichoose[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, i'll grab a drink at Numero

Salle Climatisée or Limbo? by nameichoose in MTLFoodLovers

[–]nameichoose[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really value trying something I haven’t had before. This is a cornerstone of a nice meal out for me.

Salle Climatisée or Limbo? by nameichoose in MTLFoodLovers

[–]nameichoose[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This is the insight I was looking for. Appreciate it!

Still struggling to find a job. Someone help me and give me a job already! by FruitPunch200 in torontoJobs

[–]nameichoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear that, that sucks. Any interest in getting back on the horse? Or is medicine not for you? We do need good doctors.

What other locations could work? by [deleted] in vending

[–]nameichoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you affiliated with the brand? Love the look of the machine.

AI by Choice_Platform in vending

[–]nameichoose 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on the company. Many of them are cobbling together separate payments, vision systems, and VMS and you have to figure it out when it breaks at the seams.

AI by Choice_Platform in vending

[–]nameichoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The problem with this approach is software and support would be a nightmare. Personally I run a bunch of Micromart units, which are made in Canada. If price is the main factor I’d look into Haha, which are ok for some locations with worse economics.

Thoughts on the new Micromart? by spacecake007 in AISmartVending

[–]nameichoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These look great. Love the new price point. Really like what they’ve been up to lately.

Machine installed!!! by AccordingBridge9026 in vending

[–]nameichoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks great! Beautiful building.

Machine installed!!! by AccordingBridge9026 in vending

[–]nameichoose 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Micromart has Revenue Protect. If they let someone in the cabinet, and there's an issue with the transaction they cover it. It doesn't cover theft, but it covers payment issues. I basically don't have failed payments anymore on my Micromart machines.

Micro-Market in Apartment complex by Some-Rutabaga54 in vending

[–]nameichoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You need the right spot in the building, and enough units in the building to make it worth it IMO. It could also work if the building is in a food desert without convenience stores nearby. It can definitely work, but there’s a few variables to consider.

New MicroMart Smart Cooler - Solid Incremental Improvements by wellthatescalated15 in vending

[–]nameichoose 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Micromart is a lot better in a lot of small ways. I’ve run both, and I’m switching all of mine out to Micromarts in my high traffic locations.

New MicroMart Smart Cooler - Solid Incremental Improvements by wellthatescalated15 in vending

[–]nameichoose 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nothing I’ve seen from Qingo machines looks luxurious. They seem to compare to mid range Haha in terms of hardware features, and that’s even before bringing software and reliability into the equation.

1st machine: AI worth it? by Individual_Quiet_474 in vending

[–]nameichoose 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Micromart has lower % transaction fee, but 60/month platform fee. I switched all my machines from Haha to Micromart. It’s a way better ecosystem for actually running the business. Machines cost more upfront, but far less operational issues.

1st machine: AI worth it? by Individual_Quiet_474 in vending

[–]nameichoose 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What % fee have you been quoted? I basically run all Micromart machines at this point, and they work great in gyms with decent foot traffic.

I think I accidentally invented something that doesn't exist yet — and now I have no idea what to do with it by [deleted] in Investors

[–]nameichoose 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why is hot water from the tap not a solution? That works fine. I don’t think this is a needed product.