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Hello, I have a wireless network at home and can do the simple things necessary to make it work. We are opening our coffee shop soon and I have a questions about networking. We want to have a secure network for our POS computer and office comuter, but also offer free WIFI to our customers. Is...

I have a question for shop owners... Our local utility company first stated that I would have to install a 1000 gallon grease interceptor, which would require excavation of the parking lot and trenching for plumbing into the building. This cost would be approximately $45,000, and obviously not...

We are just getting started with construction on our new coffee shop in Colorado Springs, CO. We are doing a blog of our whole start up experience. If you are interested, the blog can be seen here: http://nemoscoffeeshop.blogspot.com/ We are open to any suggestions or advice! Thanks and take...

Hello... We are opening our shop in February 2007 and are in construction now, having signed our lease last week. We are looking into business insurance and there are so many things to consider. I would appreciate any advice on company names that you have had good experiences with, and also...

We are researching equipment for our shop and we understand that True is one of the best refrigeration manufacturers. Are there other manufacturers you would recommend? We saw a product by Cold Tech that would work for us, but we don't want to purchase less durable equipment... Any...

We are about to begin construction on our shop and have been researching everything under the sun. I feel that the quality of music makes a big difference, and want to install a nice system. I was planning to purchase a nice amp/receiver and CD player, and to use four Bose 301 speakers in a...

Hello, I did a search on Synesso espresso machines and found several threads recommending them. It would be great to hear from someone who has experience using one... We are considering purchasing one for our shop based upon word of mouth recommendations, but it is an expensive item to buy...

We are about to open our shop, and we are evaluating equipment leases, vs. buying. The advantages are less capital cash spent at start up, and better tax advantages as compared to depreciation of owned equipment. The con is an overall higher cost in the end. Are there any major pros or cons I...

I have heard that freshly roasted beans should be stored in a breathable bag, or in an open container to allow them to degas and fully develop flavor for 48 hours. I've also heard that they should be frozen until use. Which do you recommend, and if you allow them to degas, how do you store...

Hello... We are trying to decide if we will go with a cash register, or a POS system. I have done some searching on line and most systems seem to come with Quickbooks POS software. The reviews I have read on Quickbooks POS mostly say it is terrible, abysmal, and other really horrible things...

Hello, My wife was a manager for Starbucks and we are about to open our own shop. She resigned in February 2006. Does anyone know if there is a time limit for Starbucks managers with regard to a no compete clause? Thanks! JD

Hello... We are about to open a retail coffee shop. We have a great deal of experience with coffee shops, but have absolutely no experience with roasting. We are in the planning stages of our constuction and want to include a roasting room and facilities to support a roaster. We are seeking...