Energizing the Energy Sector: How Micro Markets Are Changing the Breakroom
Breakrooms have gone largely unchanged for decades. The features are as familiar as they are disappointing. A small refrigerator, an underpowered microwave, a wobbly table, and some cheap plastic chairs. You get the picture.
Fortunately, times are changing for the better. In businesses throughout the energy sector, and across countless other market niches, micro markets are gradually replacing the depressing old break room. The addition of a micro market is a dramatic upgrade that improves the day-to-day experience of everyone working in the building.
To learn more about micro markets or to begin the planning process to add this feature to your business, connect with InReach today. We are experts in this space and can have a beautiful new market ready to replace your breakroom right away.
A Quick Introduction
So, what is a micro market? You can think of this amenity as a self-service convenience store located directly inside your business. No staffing is required, yet it is able to sell a wide selection of fresh foods, snacks, beverages, and more.
The creative design and built-in technology of our micro markets allow them to operate around the clock. You can completely customize the layout of the market to fit the space you have available and the people you are serving. As long as the space is stocked consistently with the products that your people purchase most, this feature can become a major employee benefit and a hub of activity within the building.
Why Are Micro Markets Perfect for the Energy Sector?
The energy sector operates around the clock. Keeping your people fueled up at all times is critical, so they should always have access to convenient, nutritious food and drink options. If you are currently relying on little more than a couple of old vending machines to get the job done, adding a micro market would be a huge upgrade.
When convenient food isn’t available on-site, one of two things happens. In some cases, workers will just go without food for most or all of their shift. This isn’t ideal, as it leads to a drop in performance. Alternatively, workers will need to leave the site to go find food, which also cuts into productivity. Either way, the business as a whole would have been better off if tasty snack and meal options were waiting close at hand.
The Benefits Go Far Beyond Convenience
Convenient access to food is the name of the game with micro markets. But don’t assume that convenience is all you are getting! There are many other advantages:
- Improved Morale: Employees will feel valued and respected when you make a point of investing in features that make their experience on the job more enjoyable. This could lead to improved retention rates over time and serve as a valuable recruiting tool.
- Healthier Food Choices: For the people on your team who prefer to pick from healthier food and drink options, you can have your micro market stocked with a range of fresh fruits, salads, wraps, etc. This lighter fare, along with more indulgent choices, will give your market a wide-reaching appeal.
- Simple Operation: Adding a micro market will not be a drag on your operations. This is an amenity that largely runs itself, as it is built on modern technology and supported by the experienced InReach team.
An Upgraded Breakroom is InReach
Settling for the status quo is never good enough in business. It’s always important to be looking for an edge, and treating your employees to a breakroom micro market that offers products they love is an easy win. Employee satisfaction will surely climb with your new market in place, as will overall productivity. Don’t wait any longer to make this exciting project a reality.
Proudly part of Sodexo, InReach offers global reach, customized attention, and a large, growing buying network that keeps food costs low and quality high. Contact us today to learn more.