Keyana Alambeladi
Int. Studio 2
March 11, 2019
SCAMPER
Vending Machine
Substitute
- Instead of running on electricity, this vending machine can be run solar power if placed outside.
- Substitute shape or size of machine to accommodate different products
- Paying methods, other than money
Combine
- Little Free Library method of giving and taking/borrowing method
- Combine with ATM so two different devices would not be necessary
- Accept cards
Adapt
- Street vendors and tables selling easily accessible household and necessary items
- Big events for quick access and ease of use
Modify
- Change shape or size to accommodate further items to sell
- Add other ways to pay/methods of borrowing
- Accept all types of money (coins)
Put to another use
- For borrowing materials
- For organization
- Sell other items more than food
Eliminate
- Electricity
- Extra lighting
- Sound
Reverse
- Others added to machine for others to get out and use
- Donate centers
- ATM
Vending machines could be very resourceful for more than just getting snacks or drinks. Whether reversed into a donation center, or selling other everyday items quickly, the speed and ease of use could be accessible to all, especially those who might not be able to go inside stores. I would design one that sells items necessary for those who might not have easy access to them such homeless individuals. These individuals often find it difficult to enter stores and find the proper items they need. I would sell items such as socks, underwear, razors, sanitary products, etc. Because the items would be simple designs and off-brand, it would further help in lowering costs.
