“After COVID, not only did the world change, but our small regional club needed to strategically step up. Comprised mostly of volunteer workers and members, we had to reduce workloads and enhance straight through processing. Vendi , although relatively new and untested in the long term, was a significant change for our club , members and social players. And we have never looked back ! We have gone from strength to strength with course and buggy income, and continue to break records we would never have dreamt of. The question then is- how much have we missed out on in the past ? Too much !!! With great after hours support, a simple and efficient model , we would have no hesitation in absolutely recommending Vendi to other clubs.”

Being volunteer run, Vendi has provided a great solution for our golf club not having staff on duty, through both the Vendi Pay Terminal and the Vendi Cart Hire system. Having had overwhelming feedback from Golf Clubs similar to ours, who had chosen to use Vendi systems, we decided to adopt those ourselves. Vendi was easy to work with, the systems were installed quickly, and have worked flawlessly since. Steve and Lisa were a great support and still are with instant advice and help only a phone call away. Player feedback has been very positive regarding both Vendi Pay Terminal and Vendi Cart Hire. We have no hesitation in recommending volunteer clubs, similar to our own, use Vendi. It enhances the whole golfing experience for players, while providing an effective, efficient, and modern way to manage the business side of the club.

The introduction of Vendi Golf initiatives has dramatically improved player/visitor amenity having carts available, vending machine with golf accessories, drinks and food; and easy green fee payment facility. 1. Golf carts x 2 Experience to-date: 1.1 Regular no-risk revenue stream. 1.2 Increased patronage by local members and non-members on a regular basis. Many of the non-members would not play without carts. 1.3 Increased patronage from non-local players who only play because we have carts available. 1.4 Interesting fact - majority of social hires are by 18-30 year olds who do not want to walk. 1.5 Availability of carts has flow-on effect for green fee revenue and purchases from vending machine. 1.6 Cart demand indicates potential for further 1-2 carts. 1.7 Call centre support provided 7 days/week. 2. Vending Machine supplied by Vendi Golf with tap-n-go credit card technology. 2.1 Provides customers with golf accessories (balls, gloves, tees), drinks, chocolates, lollies, chips, food, etc. 2.2 Improved amenity for customers. 3. Green Fees Credit Card Facility provided by Vendi Golf: 3.1 Tap-n-go window has pre-set amounts which makes it easier for customers to select correct amount. 3.2 Operation is far easier to use than previous arrangement. 3.3 Honesty chute is still in operation but with increasing cash-less society – the credit card facility is essential. 3.4 Social green fee revenue generation is up 200% this calendar year with improved payment facility.

I would like to thank you so much for all your support over the past two and a half months since we installed our wonderful Vendi Pay Machine. We could not be happier with the results. Since installing the unit on the 1st November 2023 we have taken just over $9990. It is so easy and hassle free. Players have commented to me that it is great to have the option of paying via card as they don’t carry cash anymore. Our green fees have improved by around 57% on last year at the same time. Would encourage anyone looking at the machine to just do it!! It will be a game changer for any club.

“Vendi for your club? You betcha! Our club is based in regional East Gippsland Victoria. As a wholly volunteer run club, the Vendi experience for us has been extremely well received and successful. Our nearest golf retail outlet is a 2 ½ hour round trip from the club, and the Vendi Machine has therefore allowed our members and visitors the opportunity to purchase basic golfing items such as gloves, balls and tees at a very competitive price, as our clubhouse is only open during competition days. Together with the refreshments offered, we find the Vendi Machine is very well patronised and draws many favourable comments for its ease of use and convenience. As it is cashless, we have had no issues with theft or vandalism it has definitely been a huge win for our club. Our club also has four Vendi carts – the uptake has been incredible with the four carts consistently hired out over the weekend and a very good hire rate midweek. Again, the remote access and support from Vendi Golf means these carts can be hired out even when the club is unattended and this has also seen a significant increase in our Green fee takings. Our Vendi experience has been nothing but positive and would highly recommend it to any club that is in a similar situation to us.”

Vendi has literally changed everything for us at the Back 9! The main game changer is that we’ve lost the need to rely on volunteers to keep the place running, plus catching after hours players’ green fees… then throw in the awesome Vendi Carts… Honestly, cannot put into words how good it has been for us

The Vendi carts have provided a huge revenue boost for the club. As well as an initial cheque from sponsors to have their logo on a cart, we have surpassed last year’s 6 month trading in only three months, with no outgoings. The cheaper rate for twilight games this summer has been a huge success!

The Vendi Pay Terminal has been a great asset for our club for our visitors to easily tap and go and get on the course!