Published • 21 Aug 2024
Unattended retail is all about providing the right products in the right place. However, operators have historically been limited in what they can provide customers. After all, only so many products can fit in a vending machine spiral. And with changing customer tastes, a simple candy bar might not be appealing.
Ideally, unattended retail businesses could offer in-demand products in any location by utilizing seamless, secure technology.
Say hello to PicoCooler Vision from 365 Retail Markets. A locked smart cooler powered by AI technology, PicoCooler Vision combines the security of a vending machine with the product diversity of a micro market. With a similar size to modern vending machines, you can provide high-margin items to your best accounts. Or you can capitalize on locations like hotels, fitness facilities, car dealerships, hospitals, and more, where previous offerings may have been limited or completely unavailable.
Let’s see how it works:
To start the checkout process, your customer simply issues payment at the cashless terminal. They can pay via credit, debit, mobile wallet, or through the 365app. After payment is pre-authorized, the lock disengages. From here, your customer can open the door, browse products, and select their items.
Once the customer picks up a product, advanced product recognition technologies know exactly which item was selected and fills the cart accordingly. If they change their mind, they can put it back and their basket will adjust automatically. All that’s left is to close the door and walk away. The presented payment method will then be charged for the items removed.
Yes, it’s really that easy. Customers simply pay, choose, and enjoy. No scanning necessary.
PicoCooler Vision comes with countless benefits for operators too. With four shelves and a capacity that can fit over 300 20oz drinks, you can cater your product mix to your location. Fresh sandwiches, delicious smoothies, full meals, and more – the only limit is your imagination.
As part of the existing 365 product ecosystem, you can manage PicoCooler Vision alongside existing micro market, vending, or office coffee services. Utilize our extensive backend software to skillfully manage your entire business in one place.
Getting started is easy. Our training and support team is available to show you how to install the equipment, provide you with best practices, and help guide you through implementation.
Whether you’re planning to replace vending machines at your best accounts to boost revenues or you’re looking to capitalize on new, untapped locations, PicoCooler Vision will provide you and your customers with a better experience.