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Lakshit Anand

Lakshit Anand

Founder

Lakshit founded Wendor with a vision to modernize vending in India through smart technology, reliable service, and operator-first thinking.

8 articles by Lakshit Anand

How Many People Die From Vending Machines a Year?

How Many People Die From Vending Machines a Year?

Older estimates suggested vending machines caused around 2–13 deaths per year in the U.S., mostly from tipping incidents, but modern machines are far safer thanks to better design and anchoring requirements.

How to Start a Vending Machine Business (PILLAR)

How to Start a Vending Machine Business in 2026 (7 Steps)

A practical, step-by-step guide covering everything you need to start a vending machine business — from picking a niche and securing locations to buying machines, adding cashless payments, and turning a consistent profit.

Should Vending Machines Be Allowed in Schools?

Should Vending Machines Be Allowed in Schools? (Both Sides)

A balanced look at the arguments for and against school vending machines, covering nutrition rules, revenue benefits, and how operators secure contracts.

Why Vending Machines Are Not That Popular in India?

Why Vending Machines Are Not That Popular in India?

Vending machines are everywhere in countries like Japan and the USA. But in India, you don’t see them much. Why is this happening? The main reason is India’s strong “Kirana store” culture. These small neighborhood shops have been serving people for decades. Most Indians still prefer buying from their local shopkeeper. They know the person [...]

Why Doesn’t India Have Vending Machines Like Japan?

Why Doesn’t India Have Vending Machines Like Japan?

Vending machines are a cultural phenomenon in Japan. They are more than just handy tools to dispense snacks and beverages, rather they are embedded in the daily lives of every Japanese. You can find vending machines in every nook and corner of the nation, from streets to temples, parks, and even on the mountain trails. [...]

How To Use A Vending Machine

How Can A Vending Machine Be Popular in INDIA?

In the recent years, India has started to embrace the idea of vending machines. With consumers still recovering from the rumbles of demonetization, almost every sector faced the opportunity to expand their businesses in a different direction and be more present with the times. This recent development also led to the breaking of many myths [...]

Why Are There Not Any Vending Machines In INDIA?

Why Are There Not Any Vending Machines In INDIA?

This question or statement is far from the truth for India in the 21st century. India is developing in terms of technology and advancement every single day. Everyone wants to use the latest gadgets and be on par with the times. With recent developments in different modes of payment and technology, the slow vending machine [...]

Vending Machines: All You Need to Know

Vending Machines: All You Need to Know

A vending machine is an automated device that allows customers to purchase goods by inserting payment and receiving their chosen item without the need for human assistance. Today these vending machines are reshaping the way a common man sees a marketplace. Vending machines are acing the 3As of consumer behavior- Availability, Affordability, and Accessibility. Therefore, [...]

FAQ

Frequently
Asked Questions

Yes, and demand is only getting stronger. They work especially well in offices, colleges, malls, transit hubs, and fast-growing tier 2 and tier 3 cities.

  • 📍Best fit: high-footfall places with repeat daily demand.
  • 💳Modern users already expect UPI and cashless buying.