Setting the right restock cadence

Use sales data to forecast weekly demand and set service windows. High-volume sites need more frequent visits to avoid stockouts and failed vends.

Set a consistent schedule so location contacts know when to expect service. Adjust cadence for seasonality, shift changes, or special events that increase traffic.

• Weekly sell-through rate per machine.
• Stockout frequency and downtime.
• Average service time per visit.

• Increase visits before seasonal spikes.
• Add temporary facings for fast-moving items.
• Rebalance route timing based on shift changes.

• Keep a rolling 4-week demand forecast.
• Use telemetry alerts for low inventory.
• Document service windows with site contacts.

• Confirm all steps are documented so the next technician can reproduce the results.
• Capture before/after metrics (errors cleared, sales restored, or uptime improved).
• Review machine, reader, or route settings to ensure they match location standards.

• Skipping a controlled test leads to false positives.
• Updating hardware without documenting configuration changes.
• Forgetting to verify payout, refund, or reconciliation data after changes.

• Run a final test with known-good inputs.
• Log the outcome with date, time, and device identifiers.
• Schedule a follow-up check if the location has high traffic or seasonal demand.

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• Document changes with time, machine ID, and location name.
• Verify settings, pricing, and service modes after each fix.
• Capture before/after results to confirm resolution.

• Test with known-good inputs and controlled conditions.
• Validate telemetry, alerts, and payment logs where applicable.
• Confirm location expectations and update the site contact.

• Configuration drift after firmware or component swaps.
• Inconsistent power or network conditions at the location.
• Gaps in preventive maintenance routines.

• Monitor for 7 days and note any repeat errors.
• Schedule follow-up if the site is high-traffic.
• Escalate with full logs and photos if issues repeat.

• Use a consistent par-level system per location.
• Reconcile spoilage weekly to protect margins.

• Group stops by distance and service priority.