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Italian Vending Machine Sector Faces Downturn
The Italian vending machine sector faced a downturn in 2024 due to inflation, remote work, and bureaucratic hurdles in accessing government incentives. A recruitment and training initiative aims to address a workforce shortage.
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ConfidaIpsosConfcommercioRandstadFondo Formatemp
Massimo TraplettiCarlo Sangalli
- What are the main factors contributing to the decline in vending machine consumption in Italy?
- The decline is attributed to factors such as increased inflation, impacting consumer spending power, and the rise of remote work which reduced consumption at workplaces.
- Which product categories saw a decrease in consumption during the period, and which showed growth?
- While energy drinks and some snacks showed positive growth, coffee consumption dropped by 2.92%, reflecting the overall negative trend. Cold beverages and ice cream also declined significantly.
- What is CONFIDA's request regarding the Transizione 5.0 plan, and what are the challenges involved?
- CONFIDA is advocating for simplified access to Transizione 5.0 incentives to support the sector's digital transformation and innovation. Current bureaucratic hurdles are preventing companies from accessing these funds.
- What were the overall financial results of the Italian vending machine sector from January to September 2024?
- The Italian vending machine sector experienced a downturn in revenue (-1.77%) and consumption (-3.41%) from January to September 2024, totaling €1.19 billion and €2.9 billion respectively.
- What is the main personnel issue faced by the Italian vending machine industry, and what steps are being taken to address it?
- A shortage of specialized personnel, particularly technicians and restockers, is impacting the sector. CONFIDA and Randstad launched a recruiting and training project to address this issue.