What to consider when choosing an office espresso machine: headcount, upkeep, milk, cleaning, service, and kitchen space.
When choosing an office espresso machine, the key factors are headcount, ease of cleaning, and who will handle servicing. A home machine in a large team quickly becomes a bottleneck.
Capacity
Check the manufacturer's specifications for the intended daily drink volume and compare it with your office demand estimate.
Milk and Drink Options
If your team drinks coffee with milk, look at how the machine froths milk and how the milk system is cleaned. Ask about options for lactose-free diets too.
Service and Responsibility
Decide who descales the machine, refills beans, and responds to breakdowns. With larger teams, many companies choose an option with external servicing.
FAQ
Is a home espresso machine enough for an office? It may be in a small team. In a larger one it usually cannot keep up and wears out faster.
Where should the machine go? Near water and a drain, with access to an outlet and space for cups.