Canva shakes up the workspace: Introduces laptop accessories vending machine

Technology is moving faster than we think and is accessible to people in various ways. While vending machines for food are common now, the latest technology involves vending laptop accessories at workplaces. A recent LinkedIn post shared by an employee at the graphic designing platform Canva showed the laptop accessories vending machine at the company's Manila office in the Philippines.

Canva's IT Operations Lead Ben Ryrie took to LinkedIn to share a photo of a vending machine at their Manila office that dispenses laptop accessories. Ryrie, in the post, stated that the machine helps employees with any equipment at any time of the day. "Highly recommend as a solution to providing a great service without needing staff onsite at all times," he added.

Ryrie in his social media post said that this vending machine mostly uses "pre-loved items" which are cleaned and then repackaged, which is done to "minimize our impact on the environment." Replying to a user who asked about the guarantee for not giving damaged goods, Ryrie said that the inside is foam lined to make sure that nothing gets damaged.

A few months back Ryrie shared another LinkedIn post informing about the launching of the first vending machine at Canva. Explaining how it works, he wrote, "Each Canvanuat has a unique, secure code they can use to get a replacement keyboard, mouse, or other item should they need them." He stated that it is about "creating great experiences" for colleagues.

The internet fell in love with this concept right away. Most users found it to be a "cool" concept and appreciated the company for introducing the machine. "Gone are the days when we had to rely on requesting or writing letters for every essential accessory and waiting for weeks to get it. This revolutionary accessories vending machine will solve that problem," commented one user.

Amongst the words of encouragement were comments by users who pointed out the existence of such vending machines in other companies saying there is nothing new in this innovation. "A leading bank in AU already has vending machines for headsets and other IT accessories for their call center staff," commented a user. "Has been done by Google, Facebook 10 years ago.." wrote another.