FAQs.
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There’s no upfront cost for our location partners. Advend owns, installs, and operates the machines. We make money through product sales and advertising — you get a modern amenity and shared upside without capital investment.
If you’re an advertiser or brand partner, we offer flexible campaign options depending on reach, duration, and location mix.
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No. Installation, setup, and deployment are all handled by Advend at no cost to the location.
We manage the entire process — from placement to activation — so it’s easy on your side.
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Roughly equivalent to a commercial-grade mini fridge.
Our machines are designed for efficiency and are well within standard electrical requirements for offices, condos, gyms, and retail spaces. -
Each Advend machine is designed to maximize impact while maintaining a reasonable footprint:
Approx. 40” W x 30” D x 72” H
Large-format 49” digital display
Standard wall outlet power
Exact specifications can be confirmed during site review.
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Advend machines are cashless, cloud-connected, and media-enabled.
That means:
Tap-to-pay only (credit, debit, Apple Pay, Google Pay)
Real-time inventory monitoring
Large digital advertising screen
Fully managed operations
Dual revenue streams (vending + advertising)
It’s vending — rebuilt for how people actually buy today.
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We do.
Advend manages:
Restocking
Maintenance
Monitoring
Issue resolution
There’s zero maintenance and no staff involvement required from your team.
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Product mix is curated based on location type and demand.
We optimize inventory using real-time data to ensure popular items stay stocked and underperforming products are rotated out. -
Each machine features a digital screen capable of displaying rotating, scheduled advertising.
Ads can be:
Location-specific
Time-based
Updated remotely via cloud management
All advertising is curated to remain professional and appropriate for the environment.
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In near real time.
Because our machines are cloud-connected, ads and content can be updated remotely without needing on-site access. This allows for quick campaign changes, promotions, or time-sensitive messaging.
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We work with a dedicated location specialist to identify and secure high-quality placements.
Locations are finalized 3–4 weeks before machine delivery to ensure smooth rollouts and immediate activation. All location acquisition costs are already included in our machine economics.
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Simply fill out the contact form and we’ll take it from there.
We’ll review your space, confirm fit, and handle everything from install to launch.
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No. Machines are professionally installed and designed to blend into modern environments with minimal footprint and noise.
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Our team monitors machines remotely and responds quickly to any issues. Most problems are resolved proactively before they’re even noticed.
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Placement terms vary depending on location type, but we prioritize long-term partnerships that make sense for both sides. Details are discussed transparently upfront.
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Yes. We take location feedback seriously and aim to align product selection with the preferences of your customers or tenants.
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Absolutely. Advend machines perform best in spaces with consistent daily foot traffic — including offices, residential buildings, fitness centres, retail, and campuses.
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No upfront cost, no maintenance, no staffing, no inventory management.
We handle everything.