The State of the Vending Industry report is built from operator data and insights gathered across the convenience services industry. To ensure the 2026 report reflects the realities operators face today, we encourage convenience services operators to complete the survey before it closes Friday, May 15.
Keurig Dr Pepper’s 2026 beverage trend report finds Gen Z and Gen Alpha treat drinks as a form of self-expression, with 58% saying beverages reflect their identity.
Start stocking premium protein snacks that appeal to younger, on-the-go consumer—like PLANTERS® Peanuts, which move 0.7 units per machine per week faster compared to other brands and equates to $10K in annual growth
Many operators have noticed a change in their website traffic. It is not your imagination. AI is reshaping search behavior and altering how local businesses appear in results. Understanding the new local search signals can help operators stay competitive.
Vision Smart Stores capture and analyze every interaction in real time, transforming physical locations into connected intelligence hubs. The result: sharper forecasting, tighter control, and data-backed decisions that drive measurable growth.
