Last blog we discussed the many benefits of having a Micro Market for the employees and for the employers. Today we will talk about the technology connected to the Micro Markets.
The Avenue C Kiosks. Each Micro Market has an Avenue C Kiosk where customers purchase the products on.
Creating an Account. The neat thing about these kiosks is that you can create your own account and access it through your fingerprint or loyalty card. Creating an account is very easy. All you have to do is select account manager, select a new account, and put in all of the information it asks for! You can choose between a fingerprint or any barcoded card to scan into your account. Once you have done that and entered in your name, a pin code, and your email address, the next time you want to access your account, just select existing account and scan your finger (or card)! That’s it!
Accepted Payments. Once you have created an account, you may choose to pay with your account or use a credit/debit card, Apple Pay, Android Pay, Google Wallet, or connect & Pay App for that one time. If you choose to pay with your account, all you have to do is log in, scan the item you want to buy, and go! You can add money to your account by either inserting dollar bills (the machine does not give cash back) or using your credit/debit card to add a certain amount. The account payment option is quick and easy!
Canteen’s Connect & Pay Mobile App. Ever heard of the phrase “There’s an app for that” for just about everything? Well, that serves to be true. Yes, there is even an app for the Micro Markets! This app is available for free through the app store for Apple and Android users. Once you have downloaded the app and created your account, you may add money to it with your credit and debit card.
Then when you go to pay for something in the Micro Market, all you have to do is pull up the app and scan the barcode on it. The kiosk will scan the barcode and process your purchase!
Security
Cameras. Every Micro Market location has security cameras that overlook the market. These cameras are monitored by someone at Crickler every day. When the Crickler Vending employee catches someone stealing from the market, the employee tells the company and shows them who it is. So, even though theft happens, we are here to make sure it can be stopped.
Personal Accounts. Only you can access your account. Because of the fingerprint technology and the pin code you use, it makes it near impossible for someone to sneak into your account and use your hard-earned money.
Summary of “What is a Micro Market and How Can it Benefit You”
Micro Markets are a great choice for the break room for the employees and the employers. There are a variety of different products to choose from and many are local and fresh! There are also many benefits as discussed before including saving the employees time during lunch, giving them more energy if they are running on an empty stomach, and they can receive promos by activating an account. Benefits for the employer include giving back to their employees by showing them how much the employer appreciates them, it is a competitive advantage, and it’s the new upcoming trend. On the technology side, the Avenue C Kiosks, which are located at every Micro Market, are easy to use and are surrounded by security checks. Such as having a fingerprint or loyalty card for your account and the security cameras that keep an eye on the Micro Market.
Contact Crickler Vending today to learn more about the micro markets and how you can get one in your break room!