In today’s on-the-go society, it’s not unreasonable to think that almost everyone who leaves their home is carrying some kind of mobile device. Smartphones, in particular, have become essential to our lives, and we’ve come to depend on them to perform numerous actions, for both work and leisure, throughout the duration of the day. But the reality is the battery on these devices rarely lasts us the entire day and they often need to be recharged at the most inconvenient of times.
So, from a business perspective, how can you best capitalize on this reality? The answer is by providing your patrons with what they often need most: a way to charge their mobile devices. For cafes, bars, and restaurants, the Charging Caddy, by Ohming Technology, gives your business an advantage that’s directly linked to the smartphone culture.
What is the Charging Caddy?
The Charging Caddy is a one-of-a-kind, new product from Ohming Technology that is able to charge nearly any device that is compatible with a USB. Placed on top of a customer’s table inside of your bar, restaurant, cafe, or other similar establishment, the Charging Caddy has two USB ports that connect to various charging cables and powers multiple devices such as smartphones, tablets, and Bluetooth.
The Charging Caddy comes in two sizes—a large base and a small base. Not only is it a charger, but it also doubles as a holder for napkins, straws, coaster or condiments. Depending on your preference, you can choose between a one-item, two-item or customizable top. The Charging Caddy can also be customized to match any wood grain, stain, your company logo, or other configurations so it fits seamlessly into the design of your establishment. The Caddy also comes with a water resistant battery charger for the large or small base, which is especially crucial for bar environments.
Features of the Charging Caddy
The Charging Caddy has several features which make it appealing and a must-have for your establishment. First of all, it is battery-powered and portable, meaning it can be placed anywhere in your establishment and does not need to be connected to an outlet during use. The Charging Caddy takes approximately 7-12 hours to fully charge, depending upon the base size and the depletion level of the internal battery, and provides 4-8 hours of charging time for the customer’s device if used continuously.
As an optional feature, you can include two secured universal charging cables which allow for a wide variety of mobile devices to be connected to the USB port. This adds convenience to your customers who can simply walk-in and connect their device to the Charging Caddy. The need for them to remember to bring their charging cable is eliminated – assuring the cable will remain with the Caddy for the next customer.
The Charging Caddy is also simple to use. It has an optional on/off switch which conserves power when it’s not being used and additionally has an optional battery meter which displays how much power remains in the Caddy’s battery. When charging of the Caddy battery is required, it is as simple as removing the Caddy top and inserting the power supply/charger right into the body of the Caddy.
Advantages of the Charging Caddy
As a business owner, anything you can do to positively impact your customers’ experience is something that should be considered. Knowing that people today will more than likely have their cellphones, and other electronic devices, on hand when they are at your establishment is powerful knowledge. The Charging Caddy allows you to act on that information and provide your patrons with a valuable service.
Allowing customers the convenience of charging their various USB devices while at your establishment has the potential to increase the revenue per seat. Instead of having to search for an available outlet to plug in their device, or worse, leave your establishment in search of a charger, customers can have peace of mind by having their device directly within reach. The longer a customer is at your establishment, the more opportunity you have for business.
On the other hand, the Charging Caddy also allows you the possibility of improving customer retention and return. All other factors considered, if a customer knows that they have the option of dining at your establishment with the added benefit of being able to charge their cellphone or mobile device simultaneously, they are likely to keep your establishment on top of their mind for the next outing.
The Charging Caddy is also a great conversation starter. People today like to talk, and more importantly, share everything through social media. Having a novel type of item in your establishment is a great way to get people talking and sharing their experience. And if these factors aren’t reason enough to invest in the Charging Caddy, it is also affordable.
These are the kind of things Ohming Technology considers when we design our products. Our goal is to takes the resistance out of technology and continually introduce products that address the charging challenges of consumers in different environments. Whether inside of an office, on-the-go, or sitting at your favourite restaurant, Ohming will have the technology capable of matching the charging needs of almost any mobile device. Learn more about the Charging Caddy by clicking here or by contacting us by email.
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