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Coffee shops and cafes have become much more sophisticated than in years past and the competition amongst small businesses has been fierce. With large corporations dominating the landscape drawing in new customers has become extremely difficult. Simply having good coffee and other beverages is not enough to remain competitive. Customers expect to have their needs catered to and look to coffee shops as a refuge as well as a makeshift office. Here we’ve compiled a listed of must-haves in the café industry.

Most coffee shop owners realize the need to offer cold alternatives to traditional hot coffee.  Iced coffee, frappes and iced teas have become extremely popular but it may be wise to introduce new flavors to your customer base.  With the summer months rolling in it’s the perfect time to experiment and expand your menu.  Here we’ve compiled a few ice cold beverages to inspire your summer drink menu.

Technology has transformed the modern day coffee shop.  Small businesses looking to compete with the likes of Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts need to lean heavily on the technical revolution.  While you don’t want to sacrifice the feel and atmosphere of your coffee shop to incorporate the latest technical trends, there are certain things that are now common place and expected of an up to date coffee establishment.  Some of these items will require a significant upfront investment but the revenue returns will help to grow your coffee shop.  These are the amenities that will draw customers in and keep them in your establishment for a longer period of time.  Providing convenience, customer service and the ability to perform business tasks while enjoying a cup of brew will have a big impact the longevity of your coffee shop.  Bookkeeping and inventory management software can also help your company run more smoothly and allow you to focus on business development.