Stop Stockouts. Optimize Routes. Grow Your Vending Business.
VendRestockIQ uses shelf camera images to predict stockouts before they happen and sequence your restocking routes for maximum efficiency.
Built for Independent Operators
Everything you need to run smarter vending routes — no enterprise budget required. From stockout detection to route sequencing, VendRestockIQ handles the planning so you can focus on the road.
Stockout Prediction
Real-Time Shelf Monitoring
AI analyzes camera images from each machine to detect low-stock conditions before they become stockouts, giving you hours of advance notice.
SKU-Level Forecasting
Predict when specific SKUs will run out based on historical sales velocity, time of day, and day of week patterns unique to each location.
Priority Alerts
Receive push notifications when machines cross critical thresholds, sorted by revenue impact so you always know what needs attention first.
Trend Analysis
Identify which products sell fastest at each location so you can adjust planogram placements and reorder schedules proactively.
Route Optimization
Intelligent Route Sequencing
Automatically sequence your restocking stops based on machine urgency, geographic proximity, and time windows to minimize drive time between visits.
Dynamic Re-Routing
When a machine unexpectedly runs dry, the system recalculates your route in real-time to insert the urgent stop without wasting miles.
Multi-Day Planning
Plan restocking schedules across the full week, balancing daily load capacity with predicted demand to avoid both over-stocking and under-stocking.
Fuel & Mileage Tracking
Built-in tracking shows exactly how many miles each route requires, helping you identify opportunities to consolidate stops and reduce fuel costs.
Inventory Intelligence
Per-Machine Performance
See which machines generate the most revenue per visit and which underperform, enabling data-driven decisions about placements and removals.
SKU Profitability Ranking
Compare margins across your product mix to identify high-performing items worth prioritizing and low-margin products to phase out.
Waste Reduction
Reduce spoilage and expired inventory by aligning restock quantities with predicted demand rather than gut-feel ordering.
Vendor Coordination
Generate purchase orders based on predicted needs across your entire fleet, streamlining your wholesale replenishment workflow.
Results from Real Operators
Independent vending operators across the US are using VendRestockIQ to cut waste, reduce callbacks, and reclaim hours every week.
Sarah K.
Cut emergency restocking calls by 73% in the first 90 days
After connecting VendRestockIQ to her 35-machine fleet across office buildings, Sarah eliminated the cycle of reactive restocking that was eating into her margins and her evenings.
Read case study →Mike R.
Saved 8 hours per week by eliminating manual route planning
Running a 120-machine route with one helper, Mike was spending every Sunday night mapping the week's restocking plan. After 6 weeks with VendRestockIQ, he stopped planning routes manually entirely.
Read case study →TechSnack Co.
Scaled from 8 to 22 machines without adding a single route hour
Operating 8 machines at launch, the TechSnack team used stockout predictions to confidently take on 14 additional locations without expanding their driver schedule.
Read case study →Running 5–200 Machines?
Get your restocking routes optimized in under 20 minutes. No credit card required for the trial.
Common Questions
Will VendRestockIQ work with my existing vending machines?
VendRestockIQ is designed for **camera-equipped smart vending units** — machines with built-in or retrofitted shelf cameras that capture images at regular intervals. If your machines have cameras (many modern units from Azkoyen, Crane, or FilaVision do), you can likely connect them within minutes via our API or manual photo upload. If you're purchasing new equipment, we can recommend smart vending OEM partners that are fully compatible out of the box.
How long does setup take?
Most operators are fully operational within **20–30 minutes**. The process involves creating your account, adding your machine locations, calibrating your camera thresholds for each SKU, and letting the AI run its initial learning pass on 2–3 weeks of historical sales data. If you don't have historical data yet, the system starts learning from live camera feeds immediately — you'll see meaningful predictions within your first week of use.
What happens during a stockout?
When VendRestockIQ detects a stockout (or predicts one within your configured time window), you'll receive an **immediate push notification** with the machine location, affected SKUs, and urgency score. The system simultaneously updates your active route to insert the stop if it's not already scheduled, or flags it for your next pass. Over time, the AI learns which stockouts were unavoidable versus preventable, helping you refine your reorder triggers and restock frequencies.
Does VendRestockIQ support route planning across multiple vehicles or drivers?
The current release is optimized for **solo operators and single-vehicle routes**. Multi-driver and multi-vehicle fleet support is on our near-term roadmap. If you operate multiple vehicles, you can create separate route plans for each driver within a single account, with the system optimizing each independently. Contact us if fleet management features are critical to your evaluation timeline.
How does pricing work?
VendRestockIQ offers a **free 14-day trial** with no credit card required. After that, plans start at $49/month for operators managing up to 20 machines, scaling up based on fleet size. Pricing includes all AI features, camera integrations, route optimization, and direct support from our team of former vending operators. We don't charge per-route or per-stop fees — just a flat monthly rate based on machine count.
Can I use VendRestockIQ for my small vending route business?
Yes — VendRestockIQ was built specifically for **independent operators and small boutique route firms running 5–200 machines**. If you're an independent solo operator or a small team, this is exactly the profile we designed for. Enterprise vending operators with dedicated dispatch teams and fleet management software may find our feature set too targeted for their needs.