Although the traditional vending machine has had declining locations and sales over the past decade, new businesses using the vending machine have been appearing. Products sold are varied, ranging from soft drinks to electronics, movies, lettuce, live bait and prescription medicine.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of vending machines for distribution and marketing? What products could be effectively marketed in a vending machine? (For instance, you might want to think about product categories, target markets, locations or the specific business model).