Touchscreen POS technology is becoming increasingly popular among merchants of all types and sizes—and it’s no wonder. Such technology offers a host of benefits, notably the potential to decrease operating expenditures while simultaneously bolstering productivity. Let’s take a look at how this happens. Touchscreen POS technology yields fast access to features, speeding up customer service. …
Keeping your touchscreen POS clean is the key to keeping it functioning properly. They are touched by many different hands and are exposed to grease, grime, dirt, sweat, and many others elements throughout the day. However, proper maintenance of a touchscreen is not as simple as it seems. Improper cleaning could cause the machine to…
Capacitive touchscreen, or resistive touchscreen? That’s a question retailers and restaurant operators must ask themselves when evaluating point of sale technology. Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of each option will make the decision easier, so let’s take a look at both. Capacitive Touchscreen Advantages A capacitive touchscreen: Offers easy, flexible operation. A capacitive touchscreen comprises…
Increasing numbers of retailers and restaurant operators are making the transition from electronic cash registers (ECR) to a rugged mobile point of sale (POS) platform. Here’s why you should consider following suit and how to do so. Why would I want to upgrade from ECR to rugged mobile POS? Mobile POS systems are superior to…
When you hear the term “stagefright,” you probably think of sweaty palms, dry mouth, and a shaky voice. However, introverted individuals aren’t the only ones affected by this affliction that seems to crop up at the worst possible times. Now your Android devices are susceptible to “Stagefright” as well. Your Android tablet isn’t going to…
With contactless mobile payment methods seemingly everywhere you look these days, you’ve no doubt given at least some thought to the question of whether to embrace the mobile payments model. The answer is probably yes, because mobile payments are actually a really good idea. Here’s why. Contactless mobile payments technology is truly up-and-coming. There’s no…
As much as we hate to admit it, employee theft can be a major problem for foodservice establishments of all types. And while some incidents of theft are easily brought to light, others are less obvious. Fortunately, your POS system can help you to see where employee theft is really occurring and may even give…
There’s no getting around it: At one time or another, something will go wrong with your point of sale system, and you’ll need to arrange for it to be fixed. While some restaurant owners and retailers dread point of sale repair, it really doesn’t have to be a nightmare—providing that you’ve chosen the right point…
POS systems are vital to the smooth flow and operation of any business, restaurant or retail. However, far too many retailers and restaurateurs are operating with outdated hardware and software. POS systems are a long-term investment. A lifespan of a POS system is about a decade. If you’re operating your business on decades old hardware,…
