Internet cafes change to meet customer demands
Consumer power is driving change in internet cafes and the industry is constantly evolving, according to Stephen Dillon, owner of the Global Village Internet cafe in Blanchardstown, Dublin.
Dillon started the business nine months ago having formerly worked with Aldi and the Gleeson Group. ‘‘We charge €3 per hour, which is competitive for an out of town internet cafe,” said Dillon.
‘‘There are places in the city centre offering 50c and €1 an hour rates.” In the early days internet cafes primarily served as outlets to get access on line as well as useful sites for network gaming. Consumer desire for ...
