Best practices

Networking and industry events

Networking and industry events

How to use networking and coffee industry events to build professional relationships, discover opportunities, and stay current with global coffee trends.

Documentation and traceability

Documentation and traceability

How to build robust documentation and traceability systems in coffee operations to ensure quality, compliance, and transparency.

Spec changes and communication

Spec changes and communication

How to manage specification (spec) changes in coffee programs and communicate them clearly to suppliers, staff, and customers.

Retention mapping and mods

Retention mapping and mods

How to measure grinder retention, why it matters for accuracy and freshness, and what modifications can reduce it.

Anti-static strategies

Anti-static strategies

How to reduce static buildup in coffee grinders, preventing clumping, mess, and inconsistent dosing.

Documentation of house specs

Documentation of house specs

The importance of documenting house brewing specifications and how to create clear, usable references for baristas and staff.