You’ve no doubt heard about Generation Z, but if you don’t know much about catering to these consumers and why it’s important to your business, you should. Keeping your restaurant relevant and increasing your profits may depend on it. Who Is Generation Z? Generation Z is the generation of individuals born in 1996 or later,…
Touch Dynamic partners with Datacap Systems and Vantiv to deliver the first EMV Level 3 Certified Tablet to the Market. Irvington NJ –June 22, 2017– Touch Dynamic, a leading manufacturer of all-in-one touch systems, industrial PCs, and mobile POS devices has collaborated with Datacap Systems Inc. to create the first EMV Level 3 Certified tablet on…
Increasingly, businesses in a variety of verticals have been replacing “pieces-and-parts” point of sale (POS) configurations with all-in-one systems that feature a small footprint and rugged design. This approach can result in a number of significant cost and operational benefits, such as: 1. Versatility. An all-in-one POS’ design incorporates peripherals, so it has a smaller…
Although the U.S. began accepting EMV payments on October 1, 2015, a large number of merchants have still not made the transition to the new payment technology. For smaller stores and restaurants where fraud seemed less likely, EMV compliance was less of a concern. However, merchants of all sizes are now realizing they can be…
A retail store, restaurant or storage facility is an accident waiting to happen for computers, mobile devices and other IT hardware. What looks like a fabulous restaurant or boutique is a hotbed of workplace hazards for electronics: liquids, steam, temperature fluctuations, dust or food particles and rough handling can all compromise your technology. Shopping for…
Warehouses must work harder than ever to achieve overall efficiency and to control costs. An effective strategy is to adopt lean manufacturing principles. Lean is characterized by waste reduction by more effective management, engaging all team members to find ways to increase efficiency and productivity, and finding ways to compress time frames. Each operation will…
Running a seasonal business has its challenges — from inconsistent sales cycles and cash flow to remaining top of mind with customers in the off-season. With the right strategy, however, seasonal business owners can position their operations for success throughout the year. Follow these four tips: 1. Plan, plan, plan. Make sure you are completely…
It’s no secret that when it comes to durability and longevity, industrial mobile computers are far superior to their consumer-grade counterparts. However, not all industrial mobile computers are created equal. For end users in all vertical markets — from retail and hospitality to manufacturing and in between — maximizing any investment in technology means making…
The transition to EMV technology for card-present point of sale (POS) payments is an effective deterrent to credit card fraud in brick-and-mortar stores. However, online fraud is becoming an increasing concern as the focus shifts from fraud committed at physical stores to online storefronts. According to Aite Group, card-not-present fraud now represents 45 percent of…
Supply chain efficiency has become a competitive differentiator for manufacturers and retailers as companies feel growing pressure to give consumers the merchandise they want, faster. Mobile technology, such as ruggedized tablets, has strong potential to make the supply chain more efficient from start to finish. On the Production Floor In manufacturing facilities, engineers and supervisors…