PepsiCo unveils healthier vending machines featuring tea brands
PepsiCo recently unveiled a new line of vending machines focusing on healthy, or healthier, food and beverage options with its tea brands playing a prominent role. The company aims to station several thousands of Hello Goodness machines in healthcare, recreational, transportation, governmental, workplace and educational facilities around the country. The machines will be fitted with real-time reporting and cashless payments. The move reflects a strategic pivot towards healthier brands within PepsiCo's portfolio, including Pure Leaf tea and Lipton iced teas, which are expected to be featured prominently as alternatives to soft drinks.