Mobile POS systems are the future of restaurant payment systems. Tablet-based systems are being widely adopted in counter-service restaurant segments, and they’re now coming into the casual, sit-down restaurant segments as well. They work well in the counter-service setting, freeing up precious counter space and offering the ability to swivel the system around for the…
According to a 2015 poll conducted by Newteck Business Services Corp in February, 71% of business owners were not aware that Visa and MasterCard will hold the merchant responsible for credit card fraud if they do not have EMV (Europay, MasterCard, and Visa) implemented by October 2015. The poll also shows that 81% have not…
All-in-one POS systems—systems comprised entirely of hardware peripherals from the same vendor—are becoming increasingly popular among retailers and restaurateurs. Given their advantages, it’s no wonder. These advantages include: 1. Convenience: All-in-one POS systems provide merchants with pretty much everything they need in a POS, bundled together in one smartly designed configuration. Specific components vary, but these…
A POS system is a valuable tool for merchants in any vertical market—and supermarkets are certainly no exception. Here’s a look at seven of the most common supermarket POS system applications. Cash management and checkout: In grocery store environments, the supermarket POS is used to ring up and record sales and financial information (the amount…
Anyone who’s involved in the retail and/or hospitality market has probably heard something about the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) and “PCI compliance.” However, confusion surrounding PCI DSS and PCI compliance remains. Let’s take a look at some of the most common questions about both. What is the PCI DSS? Managed by…
While ruggedized mobile POS isn’t a replacement for your traditional POS terminals, it certainly does add value to your sales or dining room floor. Ruggedized mobile POS is a great addition to your existing POS infrastructure for a multitude of reasons, all of which center around providing your customers with a better experience. Implementing ruggedized…
With its snow, sleet, freezing rain, and bitter cold temperatures, winter can wreak havoc on restaurants’ business. Even regular customers may be so weary—and wary—of the bad weather that they opt to eat at home rather than brave the elements and dine out. However, restaurant POS systems can help to overcome such winter woes by:…
Every retailer and restaurant operator needs at least one receipt printer in its POS hardware toolbox. But not every receipt printer is created equal. Different models are best suited to different environments; and prices range from very low ($150) to upwards of $800. To ensure that you select the right receipt printer for your operation,…
Competitive pressure continues to spur merchants to adopt an omni-channel retail model in which their brick-and-mortar stores, websites, catalog divisions, and other business components operate as a single cohesive entity rather than as disparate units. There are several keys to making this model work. Heading up the list: harnessing four omni-channel POS methods that enhance…
For most retailers and restaurant operators, a new POS system represents a major investment. While selecting such a system requires due diligence, the task shouldn’t be a scary one. Taking the following steps will make the process easier and ensure that you choose a POS system that’s right for your operation. Identify business needs. Ask…