There are a number of considerations to account for when selecting your retail point of sale (POS) system—hardware, software, peripherals, features, and so much more. One of the most foundational aspects is the operating system (OS) that your POS software will run on. The operating system is what helps your software communicate with the hardware…
Grocery stores and supermarkets have unique business requirements compared to other retailers, and as such, they require specific point of sale (POS) system features to operate effectively. Finding the best retail POS solution can be a challenge—with POS brands offering hundreds of features, trying to provide the ultimate all-in-one solution. “But paying for features you…
If you aren’t upselling and cross-selling in your retail store, you’re likely leaving money on the table. Done correctly, these tactics can enable you to increase sales, while helping customers get the most out of their purchases and improving customer service all at the same time. Your tablet point of sale (POS) system is a…
The stakes are high for brick and mortar retailers to create an in-store customer experience that can compete with the appeal of online shopping from the comfort of home. The key to excelling is to create high-tech customer experiences that provide in-store shoppers with the benefits of online shopping. There are several creative ways to…
We live in a technology-driven world. As great as it may seem to be one click away from having any product you can imagine delivered to your door, you could also be just one click away from being hacked. Phishing in retail has increasingly become an issue; with retailers of all sizes becoming the targets…
It can be both an exciting adventure and a stressful decision-making process when you select your new point of sale (POS) system and peripherals. The options seem endless! That can be great news because new technology can make checkouts a breeze; however, when you’re faced with the decision of which peripherals are best to include…
Technology continues to evolve at an exponentially faster pace. With each evolution, though, restaurants are gaining more and more efficiencies, uncovering hidden profits, and making more informed business decisions. To position your restaurant competitively, you need to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to the experiences consumers want and deploying the tech solutions…
With technology always evolving, it’s critical to have a point of sale (POS) upgrade strategy to keep your business from lagging behind competitors opting for cutting edge systems. However, POS systems are an investment, costing you both time and money — and it’s not just a single expenditure, as POS have ongoing costs as well.…
Employees are the backbone of all retail establishments. If properly trained and equipped, staff can upsell customers, prevent complaints, and keep shoppers coming back for more. On the other hand, poor retail employee performance can inhibit sales. It only takes one poor experience to make customers walk out the door for good. Follow these five…
Technology is making a huge impact on businesses in the hospitality sector. Aside from how hotels are booked, technology is reimagining the guest experience from check-in to check-out. As hotel owners vie to win customers against new marketplace competitors—like Airbnb—a high-tech stay could be the deciding factor that tips the scales in their favor. Plus,…