AngryChris Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 I think the primary cause of shortages are from people who forget to pay (or don't have cash). I think the secondary cause of shortages are from people who make up their own prices (ie. they only have 67 cents, so they figure it's good enough for the snack that is clearly advertised at $1). Please discuss! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treadmill Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 I say that since we live in a society that THINKS they are entitled to everything they can get their hands on including your honor box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepherdsflock Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 You don't have cleaning crews and contractors on the poll. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spragues Vending Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 I think the primary cause of shortages are from people who forget to pay (or don't have cash). I think the secondary cause of shortages are from people who make up their own prices (ie. they only have 67 cents, so they figure it's good enough for the snack that is clearly advertised at $1). Please discuss! I definitely agree with you. When it comes to the cause of shortage, I think people forgetting to pay is about 20% and people who make up their own prices is about 40%. People who think they can just take want they want when they want is the remaining 40%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryChris Posted April 10, 2014 Author Share Posted April 10, 2014 You don't have cleaning crews and contractors on the poll. Well that sort of goes under stealing or not paying. I STRONGLY believe that contractors and cleaning crews are NO more thieving than regular employees. People who work alone and without supervision? Maybe... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepherdsflock Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Well that sort of goes under stealing or not paying. I STRONGLY believe that contractors and cleaning crews are NO more thieving than regular employees. People who work alone and without supervision? Maybe... As do I. I only brought it up because I've seen many comments on here from honor box operators who say when they confront a location about shortage, the location will blame it on cleaning crews or contractors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Agreed Chris. My hunch is that outright malicious theft is the minority. I choose to believe most people have good intentions and they start getting a little lax - until they are reminded and the shortage goes back down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musser Posted April 11, 2014 Share Posted April 11, 2014 As long as I can remember honor boxes have been called steal-a -snacks. This isnt something new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryChris Posted April 11, 2014 Author Share Posted April 11, 2014 I had to talk with the owner at a location. 46 items sold, 27 dollars collected. 19 dollars short. The problem is that I STILL make about $20/month in profit even with this astronomical shortage. They blamed contractors for the shortage. Come on... I'm still going to keep the account for a while. I did propose installing a snack machine but it was turned down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musser Posted April 11, 2014 Share Posted April 11, 2014 As long as you are happy with the money you make its a good location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metrovending Posted April 12, 2014 Share Posted April 12, 2014 Musser is spot on, no matter what vend prices, commissions, cost of equipment, shortage, stales, etc. The only thing that matters is the location profitable? I know we are talking about honor boxes but this applies to vending, coffee service, point of use water coolers, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryChris Posted April 12, 2014 Author Share Posted April 12, 2014 Of course. Vending machines are different because shortages are not a factor. But it is very important to recognize real profits rathrr than focusing on the shortage percentage. What I'm doing for now is what I do with a few more accounts. I give them product with about 2 weeks expiration on them because they consumer everything anyway. At leadt I make profits without throwing out outdated product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrCorey Posted May 20, 2014 Share Posted May 20, 2014 err, those that cant decide what they want. so they pay 1.00 and eat a few until they find something they like... I had a note on mine once, Employees, if you are short of cash, it's ok to have ONE, just don't forget to pay on payday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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