Smart Stationery Vending: Print and Pick with Ease
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study explores the feasibility and demand for a smart printing and stationery vending machine, assessing user preferences, pain points, and potential adoption rates. According to survey results, there is exorbitant demand for easy availability of printing solutions, especially for students and professionals who require these services at the last minute. The preferred places for putting them up include the universities, libraries, and coworking offices, where a lot of time can easily be saved by skipping the hunt and waiting period. The findings indicate that with the changing scenario, people would prefer to make transactions through cashless transactions, with preference given to UPI and mobile wallets. Additional features such as touchscreen navigation and USB charging ports enhance user convenience. The benefits of the new vending solution like cloudbased monitoring, real-time inventory tracking, and digital payments make it technically and commercially viable. Such a meshed promotional approach-proposing free basic stationery, bulk printing discounts, and referral programs-could optimize adoption. This vending machine can significantly enhance accessibility and convenience, addressing a critical need in educational and professional environments.
Author: Pavithra B
Language: English
Subfield: Strategy and Management
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409120477