2024 Was A Big Year In Coffee News!
Fastcility services coffee machines for our customers every day, so it may come as no surprise that we have covered coffee-related news all year. This year has had two major themes. Starbucks: Changes to their business and their menu. Coffee cultivation has been forced to change due to climate change and high demand. Before we […]
Convenience Stores Take On Quick Service Restaurants in 2024
Convenience stores faced challenging conditions in the post-pandemic economy. 7-Eleven has announced the closure of 444 stores in North America. The industry as a whole is suffering because its key demographic is lower-and middle-income earners. Those customers have not profited from a booming stock market and are proportionally more affected by the accumulative effect of […]
Takeaways From McDonald’s Recent E.coli Outbreak
McDonald’s has very well-thought-out strategies for handling emergencies related to their products. In its most recent test of those strategies, they may not have emerged as successfully as they hoped. Why did the best-laid plans still lead to customer dissatisfaction with the company? Late October 2024 McDonald’s pulled their Quarter Pounders out of stores because […]
Boba Tea: The Rise Of A Local Taiwanese Treat to a Booming Global Beverage
You may have seen it but never tried it. Your kids might love it and enjoy it all the time. You’ve likely encountered boba shops at some point. So, if you’re not already a fan, let’s explore. Boba tea, also called bubble tea, has evolved from a niche Taiwanese delicacy into a worldwide phenomenon. Its […]
Lessons From McDonald’s $5 Value Meal Special: Navigating Negative Price Perception in a Changing Market
McDonald’s is an industry giant known for adapting its menu and pricing strategies to stay relevant. One such strategy—the $5 Value Meal Special—seemed like a no-brainer. Offering a perceived bargain for budget-conscious customers, McDonald’s sought to drive sales while addressing growing concerns over affordability. However, this promotion has had mixed results. In the second quarter […]
What’s Going On With 7-Eleven?
The iconic convenience store chain, 7-Eleven, is making major moves that have raised eyebrows across the industry. Known for being a ubiquitous stop for everything from snacks to fuel, 7-Eleven is now facing a period of strategic realignment, making significant changes to its operations and asset portfolio. Closing 444 Stores Across North America In a […]
Arabica Coffee Prices Soar Fueled by Drought in Brazil and Typhoon in Vietnam.
The global coffee market is facing one of its most significant disruptions in recent history, with Arabica coffee prices soaring to unprecedented heights. According to The Times, September 16th, saw coffee futures soar almost 5% in New York to $2.718 a pound, the highest price in 13 years. A combination of severe drought in Brazil […]
Chipotle Begins In-Store Tests Of Two New Automated Technologies
Chipotle has started testing its proprietary avocado processing machine named the Autocado in stores. The Autocado can peel, core and process an avocado in less than 30 seconds. They have also begun testing a new automated makeline which will assemble bowls and salads underneath the employees’ work area. The Robot Takeover Has Begun. In February […]
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS SECURES SPOT ON THE INC. 5000 2024.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS SECURES SPOT ON THE INC. 5000 2024. Homegrown business, Fastcility Corp., wins a spot on Inc. 5000 for 2024, cementing its position as a leading commercial kitchen equipment repair and maintenance provider. Brea, California – (August 15th, 2024) – Standing out is nearly impossible in an industry with over 37,000 competitors, […]
Save 25% on HOT Beverage Dispensing Machine Maintenance
INC. 5000 Celebration Special: Get up to 25% Off Preventative Maintenance on all HOT Beverage Dispensing Machines In celebration of making the Inc. 5000 for 2024 list for America’s Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies, we’re offering up to 25% off any HOT machine service through October 31st, 2024! It’s our way to show our appreciation. […]