In this episode of Retail on the GO, we’re joined by Shaun Dayton from Canteen of Northern California to explore how his team brought their Smart Stores to life—and what it means for the future of unattended retail.

We dig into the why, how, and what’s next of the Smart Store model, including:
— What made Canteen NorCal take the leap into Smart Stores
— The challenges they faced and how they overcame them
— The impact on operations, efficiency, and customer experience
— Tips for other operators looking to future-proof their business

If you're a vending or micro market operator exploring your next move, this episode is packed with insights to help you stay ahead of the curve.

🎧 Tune in now and hear how smart retail is becoming the new standard.

🍩 Fresh Donuts in a Vending Machine? The Donut Trap Story | Retail on the GO Podcast

In this episode of Retail on the GO, we chat with Bradley from The Donut Trap, a St. Paul-based business turning heads with their fresh, handmade donuts—delivered through a vending machine.

We dive into:
— How The Donut Trap got started
— The challenges of keeping fresh inventory in an unattended format
— Lessons learned in scaling a unique food concept
— Tips for anyone looking to blend local goods with self-service tech

This episode is packed with insights for vending operators, food entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about what it takes to keep fresh food fresh in automated retail. 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on innovation in retail and vending!

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Welcome back to Retail on the GO! In this episode, we sit down with Ethan, the founder of Pod Plug, to explore how his company is transforming the vending industry with innovative technology.

Ethan shares his journey of launching Pod Plug, the challenges of bringing a new solution to market, and how automation is shaping the future of vending. Whether you're an operator looking to streamline your business or just fascinated by the evolution of retail tech, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

In this episode, we cover:
-The inspiration behind Pod Plug and how it started
-Overcoming challenges in vending technology and operations
-How automation and smart solutions are improving efficiency
-Advice for vending operators looking to stay ahead of the curve

Listen now and subscribe for more insights on the future of vending and retail!

Filmed in-person at Cantaloupe University in Las Vegas, our hosts are joined by Aldo Tejada Donadio of Feel Good Markets — Panama's only micro market operator. We chat about his micro market journey, how the industry is evolving, and what the future holds.

Starting a new micro market can pose a lot of challenges for operators. More inventory, more space, more everything! Our hosts talk about warehouse management for vending and micro markets, and how software can simplify your operation.

Seen a lot of luxury apartment complexes sprouting up in your area? Their closed loop environments are perfect for amenities — like micro markets! 

Gyms + micro markets = the perfect set. This episode we focus on the massive opportunities available to operators in commercial gym spaces. 

Theft is a concern in any retail space, but how do you manage it at unattended markets? Our Cantaloupe insiders talk micro market security and how to use technology to prevent theft.