Survey - How Rising Costs Are Impacting Indie Coffee

The coffee industry is facing unprecedented challenges. From supply chain disruptions to inflation, independent coffee shop owners are feeling the squeeze from all directions.

At joe, we're committed to understanding these challenges so we can better serve our community of independent coffee shops.

Why We're Asking

We believe that data-driven insights can help the entire indie coffee community. By understanding the specific challenges you face, we can:

Build better tools to help you succeed
Share insights with fellow shop owners
Advocate for policies that support small businesses
Develop resources to help you navigate tough times

What We Want to Know

Our survey covers key areas affecting your business:

1. Cost Increases

How much have your costs increased in the past year?
Which costs have risen the most?
How are you adapting to these increases?

2. Pricing Decisions

Have you raised prices?
How have customers responded?
What's your strategy going forward?

3. Labor Challenges

Are you able to find and retain staff?
How have wage expectations changed?
What benefits are you offering?

4. Technology & Efficiency

What tools are you using to improve efficiency?
Where do you see opportunities for automation?
How important is technology to your survival?

5. Future Outlook

How confident are you about the next 12 months?
What support would help most?
What advice would you share with other owners?

Share Your Experience

Your input matters. Every response helps us understand the real challenges facing independent coffee shops today.

Together, we can build a stronger indie coffee community - one that supports each other through challenges and celebrates successes together.

Results from this survey will be shared with the community to help all independent coffee shops learn from each other's experiences.