Mission Short

ResQBox provides students with 24/7 access to essential products — from snacks and hygiene items to hangover kits — through smart vending machines placed in dorms and nightlife areas.

The Challenge

Students often find themselves in urgent need of basic products at inconvenient times — for example, forgetting hygiene items, running out of snacks while studying late, or needing quick hangover cures after nights out. Traditional stores are often closed at those hours or too far away, leaving no immediate solution. There’s a clear gap in on-demand, accessible convenience for students living in dorms or near nightlife areas.

The solution

ResQBox fills this gap with smart vending machines that are strategically placed in student-heavy areas. Each machine is stocked based on local preferences (via sales data), offers contactless payment, and can display discounts or QR-based rewards redeemable at local bars or cafés. The result: fast access, tailored products, and a community-driven system that’s both profitable and beneficial for students and local businesses.