# Smart Retail Fridges Micron Smart Vending's Machines Let Users Access Scan Codes to Access Items By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-08-12 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-fridge References: [vendingtimes](https://www.vendingtimes.com/news/micron-smart-vending-offers-smart-fridge-machines/) China's [Micron](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Memory-Fabrication-Capacity) Smart Vending creates smart retail fridges that make the most of a cloud-based vending system so that users can access items inside by scanning a code. These machines, available with both single and dual door styles, have features like adjustable trays, weight sensors and card readers. Thanks to this built-in tech, operators are able to check the [smart fridge vending machine's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fraiche) inventory in real-time and even remotely upload advertising to a digital screen stationed just above the door. Also using this technology, operators may make pricing adjustments and turn the cooling system on or off. Thanks to the cloud-based intelligent vending system, the smart fridge for retail applications also has the potential to be used to dispense alcoholic beverages. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Retail Fridges:** Cloud-based vending system allows inventory management in real-time and remote access to advertising, providing an opportunity for on-demand personalized marketing. - **Digital Screen Advertising:** Integrating digital screens into retail fridges allows for targeted advertising that can be updated remotely, leading to new opportunities for customized and dynamic campaigns. - **Smart Alcohol Dispensing:** Using cloud-based technology allows for safe and responsible dispensing of alcoholic beverages, transforming the retail industry and providing new opportunities for growth. ### Who This Affects Most - **Retail:** The use of smart retail fridges unlocks new possibilities for retail in terms of product placement and advertising, making it easier to understand customer preferences and behavior. - **Hospitality:** The technology used in smart retail fridges also has potential for use in the hospitality industry, particularly for on-demand alcohol dispensing and targeted advertising. - **Tech:** Smart retail fridges are an exciting new development in the technology industry and present an opportunity for further innovation and development, such as incorporating AI and other forms of automation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refrigerated Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redyref-smart-food-fridge.md) - [Connected Grocer Order Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kroger-smart-fridges.md) - [Autonomous Micro Markets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micromart.md) - [Connected Vending Freezers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfly-freezer.md) - [Smart Fridge Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-fridge-vending-machines.md) - [AI-Enabled Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vending-tracker.md) - [RFID-Enabled Retail Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfly-store.md) - [Sleek Food Display Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kollect-smart.md) - [Cost-Conscious Cashierless Microstores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microstore.md)