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…
“Should I upgrade my POS system?” At some time or another, you’re probably going to ask yourself this question and if you don’t, you should. Here are four signs that the answer is “yes,” and that it’s time to get the upgrade ball rolling. 1. Lack of support for a high-caliber customer experience. At one…
If you’re like many merchants, you’re wondering how the new ApplePay and CurrentC mobile payment services will impact your point of sale. A look at both options, along with the advantages and disadvantages they present to retailers and restaurant operators, should provide some answers. Launched by Apple this past fall, ApplePay harnesses near field communications…
Long a cornerstone of retail success, proper inventory management is becoming increasingly important as retailers face growing competition and strive ever harder to meet the demands of educated consumers who insist on being able to purchase what they want, when they want it. Let’s take a look at why effective inventory management is essential to…
Every retailer and restaurant operator understands the importance of exercising due diligence when choosing a POS system. However, the same care should be taken in selecting a POS system provider. After all, you’ve undoubtedly invested a significant sum of money in your POS technology, and you want to maintain the equipment for a long time…
Data breaches are hitting the retail and hospitality industries in droves. Here are just three of various examples: Late last year, hackers stole credit and debit card information for 40 million customers of Target Stores. In 2014, the Neiman Marcus department store chain experienced a breach of its POS system database that involved theft of…
What is a POS System? These days, most, if not all retailers and restaurant operators use a computerized POS system to run their business, harnessing it to ring up merchandise or food and beverage sales, as well as to ensure easy, accurate record-keeping. POS system components vary, depending on the needs of the retailer or…
In the United States, Mexican culture holds a strong presence. After all, recent Pew Research reports that Spanish is the most common non-English language spoken in U.S. homes – even among non-Hispanics. One could even argue that tacos and burritos are becoming more popular than American classics like burgers and fries. And that isn’t just…
A POS system is a must-have for the success of almost every retailer and restaurant operator, but it also represents a significant financial expense. While there is no avoiding 100 percent of all POS system snafus, there are several common issues with the technology that can easily be avoided, in turn safeguarding your investment. Let’s…
The POS computer is the heart of every retail operation, which is why you cannot be too careful when it comes to selecting one. Several factors merit consideration in evaluating different POS computer options. Let’s take a closer look at three such factors and why they are important: Frequency of component changes – Some PC vendors…