--- title: "Coffee machines for businesses: +83% focus, +86% feel cared for" description: Discover how premium coffee machines for businesses boost employee morale, focus, and productivity, making them a strategic investment. image: https://blog.illy.com/hubfs/Immagini%20blog/vending/14-shutterstock_2442773389-2.jpg --- [![illy](https://blog.illy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Header%202023/my.png?width=181&height=96&name=my.png)](https://www.illy.com/en-gb) - [Coffee solution for your business](https://www.illy.com/en-gb/professional-partners/business-types) - Hospitality - [Coffee for Dining and Restaurants](https://www.illy.com/en-gb/coffee-suppliers-for-business/restaurant-coffee) - [Coffee for Cafes and Bakeries](https://www.illy.com/en-gb/coffee-suppliers-for-business/coffee-machines-for-coffee-shop) - [Coffee for Leisure Venues](https://www.illy.com/en-gb/coffee-suppliers-for-business/coffee-supply-for-leisure-venues) - [Coffee for Hotels](https://www.illy.com/en-gb/coffee-suppliers-for-business/hotel-supplies) - 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High-quality coffee influences how employees feel, focus, andinteract. It boosts morale, creates informal moments of connection, and signalsthat the company genuinely cares. According to recent research, **83% of employees sayquality coffee improves their focus and productivity**, while **86% feelmore cared for when it’s available in the workplace**. In a businessenvironment where engagement and retention are crucial, coffee plays a subtleyet powerful role. ##### Index 1. [The strategic value of coffee machines for businesses](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/coffee-machines-for-businesses#strategic) 2. [Emotional connection and team culture](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/coffee-machines-for-businesses#emotional) 3. [Workplace coffee: the new essential perk](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/coffee-machines-for-businesses#standard) 4. [Choosing the right machine for your office](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/coffee-machines-for-businesses#choosing) 5. [Why illy? Discover the advantages and activate your free trial](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/coffee-machines-for-businesses#illy) [![Download a free eBook and discover how coffee boosts focus, wellbeing, company culture, and sustainability in your workplace.](https://hubspot-no-cache-eu1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/143450854/interactive-249711411397.png)](https://blog.illy.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLIiaDh8wnFPa4STDQ1qT7h6x5OfKQMR46CAGMYyhLpU6pDjgY7tYri%2Fsp%2F0t7DUGSsT7b85IBUuB71QrBVsHbqQRgNkqoeq4104ddZp96csLkP6FGEJcT6%2BOnp7XD8YshwTGGBdakQBDONJuO3Wsy08S%2F5ELgbdVUcykF%2B%2BdbE7mo5LEy%2F4f3YVm5nYe%2FyP1EQ6dYWJIX4grloSG%2FxJwffDW3%2F%2Bxq6w&webInteractiveContentId=249711411397&portalId=143450854&hsLang=en-gb) ## The strategic value of coffee machines for businesses Coffee is an everyday ritual that shapes the pace of professional life. Whether it’s a morning espresso before a meeting or an afternoon break to recharge, coffee moments foster informal dialogue, **team cohesion**, and **personal productivity**. In environments where detail matters—law firms, design studios, consultancies—offering low-quality coffee can send the wrong message.On the other hand, a [premium experience](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/how-coffee-machine-for-offices-boosts-productivity-goals?hsLang=en-gb) communicates **attentiveness and professionalism**. ![coffee machines](https://blog.illy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Immagini/Uffici/illy_lovers_lifestyle_2-rid.jpg?width=500&height=482&name=illy_lovers_lifestyle_2-rid.jpg) ### Emotional connection and team culture Coffee rituals help build community in the workplace. They encourage informal interactions, support creativity, and enhance a sense of belonging. - **83% of UK employees** say high-qualitycoffee makes them more productive - **86%** say it makes them feel cared for bytheir employer - **82%** believe coffee contributes to a moreenjoyable workplace - **70%** say it fosters connection andteamwork These insights highlight why investing in [office coffee machines](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/key-features-office-coffee-machines?hsLang=en-gb) is also an investment in people—and in culture. ### Coffee machines for businesses: a new standard Despite its growing value, many workplaces stillunderestimate the impact of their coffee offer. Today, **30% of employees aredissatisfied with the coffee at their workplace**, and 2 out of 5 have nocoffee service at all—but would like one. This is a missed opportunity. A well-chosen coffee machinefor business can encourage employees to spend more time in the office—up to oneextra hour per week—while improving **overall satisfaction and motivation**. Installing professional coffee machines for businesses means moving beyond instant coffee or outdated vending machines. It means offering [barista-quality beverages](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/coffee-machine-for-office-why-employees-want-one?hsLang=en-gb), fresh milk options,and user-friendly interfaces that make coffee moments seamless and enjoyable. ![coffee machines vending](https://blog.illy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Immagini%20blog/vending/05-04-Vending%20ES%20Blog.jpg?width=500&height=295&name=05-04-Vending%20ES%20Blog.jpg) ### Choosing the right machine for your office Providing a great coffee experience in the workplacerequires the **right equipment**—easy to use, scalable, and designed forbusiness needs. illy offers a full range of professional machines tailored todifferent office sizes, team habits, and aesthetic preferences. Here’s a practical guide to the available solutions: | **Machine** | **Cups/day** | **Milk Type** | **Ideal For** | **Key Features** | **Maintenance** | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | **Faema X Compact** | 20–50 | Fresh | Small premium offices | Compact bean-to-cup, touchscreen, custom drinks | Daily | | **Faema X15** | 50–100 | Fresh | Medium-sized offices | Fully automatic, consistent espresso, fresh milk foam | Daily | | **Faema X20** | 100–200 | Fresh | Large corporate spaces | Barista-level results, scalable output, high beverage variety | Weekly | | **Faema X30** | 150–250 | Fresh | High-footfall workplaces | Multibeverage menu, sustainable design, customisable front | Weekly | Every machine is designed to **deliver premium coffee**,from espressos to cappuccinos, ensuring consistency and satisfaction across allmoments of the working day. #### Why illy? A trusted partner for coffee machines inbusiness Selecting illy means choosing more than just great coffee—it means [elevating your company’s culture](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/benefits-high-quality-coffee-machine-for-office?hsLang=en-gb), reputation,and everyday experience. illy stands out for its uncompromising pursuit ofquality: only the top 1% of Arabica beans are selected, the result of over 90years of expertise in blending, roasting and refining every detail. As a certified **B Corp and regenagri-certified compan**y,illy also brings a deep commitment to ethical sourcing, environmentalresponsibility, and full supply chain transparency—values increasingly sharedby modern businesses and their people. illy offers a complete [equipment portfolio](https://www.illy.com/en-gb/coffee-suppliers-for-business/coffee-vending-machine), from compact machinesideal for executive suites to high-volume models for large offices. Everysolution includes fresh milk options, intuitive digital interfaces, andconsistent, **barista-quality performanc**e. The coffee offer itself is just as refined: three differentroast levels, nine single origins, and a broad beverage menu designed tosatisfy all tastes—from the classic espresso to indulgent milk-based drinks. Finally, illy brings **strong brand equity**. As the most loved Italian premium coffee brand, trusted by professionals around the world,it lends [credibility and distinction](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices/office-coffee-machine-subscription-worth-it?hsLang=en-gb)to any workplace. Whether your goal is to motivate teams, impress clients, ormodernise your office culture, illy offers a turnkey partnership—coffee,machines, service, and training—all tailored to your business needs. ##### Discover illy: start your free trial Investing in quality coffee is investing in people. Itimproves focus, fosters wellbeing, and helps shape a workplace where peoplewant to be. **Ready to elevate your office coffee experience?** With illy, you can access a curated system of coffee machines for businessesand products, tailored to your team and workflow. **Book your free trial today and discover the illydifference.** **[![illy coffee free trial ad highlighting workplace benefits, with people chatting over coffee.](https://hubspot-no-cache-eu1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/143450854/interactive-249708337401.png)](https://blog.illy.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLIMH4CDCAAQUdx6wBV15v3fBDGkb28AzrQeR59OKzC1ZWdbQB69S9Uvx3rb2J6c1maRI3wBYHjjyvpxUoizXlZEnPYYKf3RDDsePy2CM1cM3VuVDVOjPu%2FH8iiPQ%2B6jPsDDQeO%2BeVFlSTEvzTePI4pQ%2B5mlGQCXHaZPKC2Aj9W1BL9dauYFxm33XPlmY%2BKfneTLitUlwZ5UOmD6BvE6Nj7aMMcjReKXWU8%3D&webInteractiveContentId=249708337401&portalId=143450854&hsLang=en-gb)** ###### [← Back to Blog Listing](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices) ###### [← Back to Blog Listing](https://blog.illy.com/en-gb/offices) [![illy coffee free trial ad highlighting workplace benefits, with people chatting over coffee.](https://hubspot-no-cache-eu1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/143450854/interactive-249711410381.png)](https://blog.illy.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLI489lVCfzH1t0QNFybbn4dvbpBzlc71hyC%2F9uNlTgHpkg3ikg6bKS4%2F9l1%2FgpVAtaI%2B7c%2B0%2Bjy5TLc1ikgRhDo3CR%2BVVI216xpSA8Z7Q3NkyLoOqiYxYL9G%2Be1N4%2BBO1W8jr%2B9urzJHvNnMHdLuNgqSnPyWeRzCZm%2Fww2BFt3TASs7l5vHsHWYZjyhzTYCgP63nQV0Fe1y4gwFs4I4o53A4mSggJ5A8XQ%3D&webInteractiveContentId=249711410381&portalId=143450854&hsLang=en-gb) ###### The office coffee break plays an important role in the context of employee wellbeing, positively influencing morale, creativity and collaboration, crucial elements for a stimulating and productive working environment. 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