IPNews® – AVT, the leader in vending machine design and technology, was recently awarded a patent which allows owners of computerized vending systems to control their vending machines by remote access. 

The patent lists 19 claims including those which would compile sales information, collect marketing analysis, and receive wireless payments from debit or credit cards.  The new technology will allow vending machine owners to offer higher-end merchandise, increase total sales per customer, eliminate vandalism and reduce theft.  To continue reading, click: Vending Machine Patent