--- title: mobile ordering and rewards for coffee pros and enthusiasts | Industry Trends description: Industry Trends | Stories, inspiration and ideas for today's coffee professional. --- [![joe-logo-2023-edition_joe logo white on red](https://blog.joe.coffee/hs-fs/hubfs/joe-logo-2023-edition_joe%20logo%20white%20on%20red.png?width=75&height=75&name=joe-logo-2023-edition_joe%20logo%20white%20on%20red.png)](https://joe.coffee) - [PRODUCT OVERVIEW](https://joe.coffee/point-of-sale) - [TESTIMONIALS](https://joe.coffee/testimonials) - [PRICING](https://joe.coffee/pricing) - [ABOUT US](https://joe.coffee/why-joe) - [FAQs](https://support.joe.coffee) - RESOURCES - [COMMUNITY HUB](https://joe-partner-community.circle.so) - [INDUSTRY BLOG](https://blog.joe.coffee) - [PARTNER STORIES](https://blog.joe.coffee/testimonials) [OWNER LOGIN](https://manage.joe.coffee/login) [ORDER AHEAD](https://shop.joe.coffee) TOPIC # Industry Trends - [ALL](https://blog.joe.coffee/all) - [Industry Trends](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/industry-trends) - [Build In Public](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/build-in-public) - [Coffee Shop Owner](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/coffee-shop-owner) - [joe POS](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/joe-pos) - [Loyalty Marketing](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/loyalty-marketing) - [Coffee Shop Marketing](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/coffee-shop-marketing) - [Mobile Ordering](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/mobile-ordering) - [All](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/all) - [Barista](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/barista) - [Barista Workflow](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/barista-workflow) - [Coffee Shop Launch](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/coffee-shop-launch) - [Coffee Lover](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/coffee-lover) - [Podcast Promo](https://blog.joe.coffee/tag/podcast-promo) Industry Trends ### [5 Profit Killers That Drain Coffee Shop Margins (and How to Fix Them)](https://blog.joe.coffee/coffee-shop-profit-killers) Discover the top 5 hidden profit killers draining your coffee shop—from food costs to loyalty programs—and how to fix them with the right tools and... Marketing Mar 26, 2025 Industry Trends ### [The 3 Biggest Challenges Holding Independent Coffee Shops Back (And How to Overcome Them)](https://blog.joe.coffee/the-3-biggest-challenges-holding-independent-coffee-shops-back-and-how-to-overcome-them) There is a fundamental difference in the way national chains view their technology compared to independent coffee shop owners. We unpack the... Nick Martin Feb 20, 2025 Industry Trends ### [Cafe Avole: A Catalyst for Connection, Community, and Discovery](https://blog.joe.coffee/cafe-avole-a-catalyst-for-connection-community-and-discovery) 1:1 with Gavin Amos, owner/operator of Cafe Avole about how Ethiopian coffee and the cafe are a place growth and connection for this Seattle... Joe Success Team Jun 12, 2023 Industry Trends ### [Coffee Shop Marketing: Why Promo Codes are a Better Option than Gift Cards for User Acquisition](https://blog.joe.coffee/coffee-shop-marketing-why-promo-codes-are-a-better-option-than-gift-cards-for-user-acquisition) Coffee shops have used gift cards for everything from loyalty to customer acquisition because it's the only tool they had. But now, promo codes have... Joe Success Team Mar 16, 2023 Barista ### [How choosing the right chai can lead to coffee shop growth](https://blog.joe.coffee/how-the-right-chai-can-lead-to-coffee-shop-growth) A conversation with Aleczondra Selzer, owner of Mandala Chai, about what coffee shop owners should consider when choosing a chai for their menu. Cass Clark Sep 20, 2022 Industry Trends ### [3 Ways To Recession-Proof Your Cafe or Coffee Shop](https://blog.joe.coffee/3-ways-to-recession-proof-your-cafe-or-coffee-shop) Use these three simple rules to maximize efficiency and reduce costs at your coffee shop or cafe. Nick Martin Sep 14, 2022 Industry Trends ### [\[Infographic\] Economic realities of indie coffee shop owners](https://blog.joe.coffee/coffee_shop_recession_tips) Here's the results of a survey on coffee shop owner sentiments about rising costs, labor shortages and the prospects of a recession. Cass Clark Aug 23, 2022 Barista ### [Survey - How Rising Costs Are Impacting Indie Coffee](https://blog.joe.coffee/survey-how-rising-costs-impact-indie-coffee) Are you a coffee shop owner? Answer these 10 questions to help us better serve coffee shop owners battling rising costs. Cass Clark Aug 3, 2022 Industry Trends ### [Teaming Up with BriteVision](https://blog.joe.coffee/teaming-up-with-britevision) We're teaming up with BriteVision to bring our coffee partners affordable, eco-friendly coffee sleeves. Read on to learn about this partnership and... Cass Clark Aug 28, 2020 Industry Trends ### [Webinar: Creating an Inclusive Third Place](https://blog.joe.coffee/creating_inclusive_coffeehouse_culture_for_coffee_shops_restaurants) Watch this webinar for an insightful and actionable conversation on creating a more inclusive workspace to improve the performance of your company... Nick Martin Aug 13, 2020 Industry Trends ### [Calculate the cost of online ordering for your coffee shop](https://blog.joe.coffee/online_ordering_square_point_of_sale_cost_coffee_shop) Specialty coffee shops are looking for a solution to compete against Starbucks on mobile ordering. Branded apps are a tempting option, but with a... Nick Martin Jul 23, 2020 Industry Trends ### [We’ve raised more funding to build our partnerships](https://blog.joe.coffee/weve-raised-more-funding-to-build-our-partnerships) joe has raised a new round of funding as we step up to do more for indie coffee shops everywhere. Nick Martin Jul 9, 2020 Industry Trends ### [Webinar: What's Next With COVID-19?](https://blog.joe.coffee/webinar-whats-next-with-covid-19) A look at the data surrounding COVID-19, how it's changing consumer behavior and what new opportunities are emerging as a result. Cass Clark Jun 17, 2020 Industry Trends ### [Operating during Coronavirus with Long Beach Coffee Club](https://blog.joe.coffee/11-with-long-beach-coffee-club) In this article, Long Beach Coffee Club invited joe for a 1:1 conversation on the impacts of COVID on the coffee industry and how owners are adapting. Joe Success Team May 13, 2020 Industry Trends ### [An Open Letter to Indie Coffee Lovers](https://blog.joe.coffee/an-open-letter-to-indie-coffee-lovers) An open letter to small business enthusiasts and indie coffee lovers everywhere in response to reports of meal delivery services gouging small... Nick Martin May 13, 2020 Industry Trends ### [How we're supporting shops during COVID-19](https://blog.joe.coffee/covid-19-accept-mobile-orders-coffee-shop) In response to COVID-19, we are reducing rates for coffee shops and expanding availability to help in any way we can. Joe Success Team Mar 16, 2020 Industry Trends ### [INFOGRAPHIC: The State of Mobile Ordering for Coffee Shops](https://blog.joe.coffee/infographic-mobile-ordering-is-transforming-coffee-shop-marketing-and-loyalty) Mobile ordering at coffee shops has been transformed by Starbucks, but indie coffee has been left out in the cold until now. With joe, local coffee... Joe Success Team Oct 16, 2019 Industry Trends ### [Why Branded Apps Don't Work](https://blog.joe.coffee/why-a-branded-app-wont-help-you-compete-with-starbucks-mobile-ordering) Specialty coffee shops are looking for a solution to compete against Starbucks on mobile ordering. Branded apps are a tempting option, but with a... Nick Martin Jan 30, 2019 **Let's build coffee** and community together. Sign up today to get the inside scoop on all things independent coffee. 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