What is the Right Coffee Machine for Your Office?

Choosing the right coffee machine for your workplace is essential when boosting office morale, productivity, and well-being.

Every office is different when it comes to what size machine, capabilities, and coffee and milk preferences. Here’s our guide to selecting the perfect coffee machine for your business.

Types of Coffee Machines for Your Workplace

1. Fresh Milk Coffee Machines: For coffee fanatics who want that café-quality experience, fresh milk coffee machines are a great choice. These machines offer the ability to make frothy, milk-based drinks like lattes and cappuccinos without all the work that goes into making frothed milk. They come with optional fridges to store the milk, making them an ideal choice for medium to large offices where quality is paramount. Fresh milk coffee machines include: Dr Coffee F11, Dr Coffee Minibar, Jura X8, Saeco Magic M2, Necta Kaela Plus,
2. Powdered Milk Coffee Machines: If your workplace wants to avoid the hassle of managing fresh milk, powdered milk coffee machines provide a practical alternative. These machines are low maintenance while still delivering a range of high-quality coffee beverages, making them suitable for businesses of all sizes. If you have a team that isin and out of the office at all hours of the day and night, we recommend these machines. Powdered milk coffee machines include: Necta Kometa, Necta Krea Touch,
3. Granulated Coffee Machines: These machines are perfect for offices that prioritise simplicity and cost-effectiveness. With pre-mixed coffee and no need for milk or sugar, granulated coffee machines provide a straightforward solution with minimal maintenance. They are ideal for smaller offices or businesses looking to reduce coffee-related hassle. Granulated coffee machines include: ExpressBlend.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Coffee Machine

1. Team Size: The size of your office directly impacts the kind of machine you should invest in. Larger offices with 30 or more employees should look at high-capacity machines like the Saeco Magic M2 to keep up with demand.
2. Budget: Coffee machines vary in price, from the more affordable granulated machines to more expensive Necta Kaela Plus machines. While budget is a key factor, it’s important to balance cost with the long-term benefits of the machine. Higher-end machines may offer better coffee quality, durability, and employee satisfaction, making them a cost-effective investment in the long run.
3. Ease of Use: Not every employee will be a barista, so it’s important to choose a machine that is user-friendly and easy to maintain. For workplaces that don’t want to spend too much time cleaning or refilling coffee supplies, granulated or powdered milk machines are practical choices. Meanwhile, fresh milk machines require more attention but provide a more premium experience.
4. Maintenance & Service: Coffee machines have many moving parts and require regular cleaning and annual servicing to perform optimally. Black Stag Coffee in Mount Maunganui provides regular site visits, cleaning, and quick repairs to keep machines running smoothly.
5. Additional Features: Some machines come with advanced features such as customisable displays where you can feature your business.

Recommendations for Different Company Sizes

• Small Businesses: Some machines are smaller in size and output which accommodates the smaller teams while still delivering top-notch coffees every time.
• Medium-Sized Businesses: A fresh milk coffee machine is an excellent option for medium-sized offices that want to provide employees with a wide range of coffee options. These machines offer café-style beverages, which can be a significant perk for employees, especially if coffee is an integral part of your office culture.
• Large Businesses: Machines that can serve multiple cups quickly and efficiently, such as Black Stag’s large range of machines are ideal.

Why Choose Black Stag Coffee?

Black Stag Coffee, based in Mount Maunganui, provides a wide range of coffee machines designed to meet the needs of various business sizes. We offer everything from large multi-coffee machines to granulated coffee machines, ensuring there’s a solution for every workplace.

In addition to providing machines, Black Stag offers unparalleled customer service, including regular site visits for cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. This helps keep your coffee machine in top shape, reducing downtime and ensuring a steady supply of coffee for your employees. For businesses in the Bay of Plenty, Black Stag’s local presence means you get fast, responsive service, with a support person available for on-site repairs.

Choosing the right coffee machine for your workplace is about balancing the needs of your employees with your budget and maintenance capabilities. Whether you’re a small office looking for an easy-to-use machine or a large corporation in need of a high-capacity espresso maker, there’s a perfect solution for you. If you’re based in the Bay of Plenty, companies like Black Stag Coffee can provide expert advice, machine trials, and ongoing maintenance to ensure your workplace coffee experience is top-notch.

Investing in the right coffee machine can transform your office atmosphere, boost employee morale, and keep productivity high.

Stay updated with Black Stag’s blogs: Black Stag Coffee

Image thanks to Michelle from She’s A Wildflower