The Microstore Blog
Your inside scoop on the industry of unattended fresh food retail, best practices, and personal stories from our team.

My Journey: Campus Chef to CEO
Fresh food is the cornerstone of health, happiness and culture. It should always be an option for all people. This blog shares my journey through the business, ingredient, craft and technology experiences that make fresh food accessibility my life’s work.

Exploring Fresh Food Options for Hospital Staff
A conversation between a nurse and a restaurant manager on how corporate-provided food service can impact attitude, health, and work culture for its staff.

The FoodSpot Story
We’ve been solving fresh food accessibility since 2010. Here’s our story.

3 Lessons I Learned From Starting a Food Business
In an instant, my summer was empty. The internship I had curated for the summer of 2018 had fallen through at the last minute, and

Labor: The 800 lb. Gorilla
Today, savvy operators can trim food cost a percentage point here and there with best practices while still maintaining quality. The labor market, on the other hand, is perpetually unveiling a new rock bottom.

Comparing Smart Vending Machine Technologies
Learn about the different smart vending technologies in the marketplace and decide which one is right for your business.

Digitization, Delivery, & Ghosts: The New Normal for Foodservice
The pandemic spurred long lasting changes in the foodservice industry.

Fresh Food Vending Machines: Return on Investment
How much can I make from my smart vending machine?

Food Delivery Safety – How Safe is Your Meal?
Learn about how FoodSpot assures continuously monitored food safety. Or go ahead and give us a try. Or both!