No shortage of suppliers

Since returning from the MIlan Fair in October we have been deep in thought looking at various opportunities that were discovered during the show.  The products that fall into three categories:

 

New product to Australia but a very targeted market

The first product is an innovative product which is being sold in Europe through a chain of franchised stores.  It is a non-coffee product and would require a completely new business structure and market exposure.  It is a product which will substitute for a product that is used in every Australian household today :: but :: it raises the bar on quality and experience.  Truely a great innovation but I need more information on guaging Australia's takeup before committing resources.

 

Existing product which can be relaunched to a broad market 

We were also offered distribution of a product which has been available in Australia on/off for the past 15 years.  We have a good match wih the vendor staff and we have a growing need for the product which will complement our existing product range.

 

New product for launch to our existing clients

This is by far the most exciting product.  It can be added to our existing product range, is something that can be used by 100% of our clients and can also be expanded to the clients of other coffee companies.

 

 

The latter option above presents the most attractive business case.  Standby for an Australian launch in February 2008.