I highly suggest you read the interview with G&B owners from Barista magazine. They go into detail about why they choose pre-dosing and automated machines over

I highly suggest you read the interview with G&B owners from Barista magazine. They go into detail about why they choose pre-dosing and automated machines over manual service. Their primary reason? Service. There is a lot more to coffee service than just someone spending 3-4 pouring out water over a bed of coffee grounds or tamping a puck. You can find it here starting on page 72 http://baristamagazine.epubxp.com/i/659497-apr-may-2016 http://baristamagazine.epubxp.com/i/659497-apr-may-2016