A collection of established vending machine locations offered as a business opportunity represents a turnkey operation. This typically includes the machines themselves, the agreements with location owners, and established sales data. For example, a route might consist of ten vending machines placed in various businesses across a city, each pre-stocked and ready to generate revenue.
Acquiring an existing network offers several advantages compared to starting a vending business from scratch. It provides immediate cash flow from existing customers, eliminates the often time-consuming process of securing locations, and offers valuable historical sales data for informed decision-making. This established presence minimizes initial risk and allows operators to focus on optimizing existing operations and expanding into new territories. The practice of buying and selling these networks has evolved alongside the vending industry itself, reflecting changes in consumer preferences and technological advancements.