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Square POS software

3) Lightspeed Offline mode available in restaurants For small-large businesses Manage all transactions from one place and increase security   Accepts contactless payments Lightspeed logo   Lightspeed is built for retail, restaurants and businesses in the food and drink industry. The software makes selling easy, giving customers a reason to come back. It is compatible on an iPad, Mac and Windows PC   and has many features of businesses in retail and the restaurant industry.   The retail plan starts at £69 per month for the basic plan. Features include: Manage your inventory Keep track of stock levels   Track employee performance Check on sales Accept gift cards   Transfer items from one location to another to accommodate customers and optimize your sales Easy refunds The restaurant plan starts at £59 per month which is the most popular plan. Features include: Manage your inventory Create your menu in minutes and add or remove items at will: add ph

What is an EPOS System?

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  Electric Point of Sale (EPOS) is a computerised system used by retailers of all sizes to process their customer transactions electronically and track stock, producing detailed reports in response to the input data. An EPOS includes the till used to take payment and any software that runs on it. Businesses use these systems to help run and manage their business more effectively by managing inventory, payments, records and sales, as well as many more reasons. They are fast and save you time and money, from improved customer experience to faster checkout.   Because EPOS Systems help businesses perform many different functions, bringing many benefits to a business, we decided to gather our top 5 EPOS systems.       1) Vend £49+ per month For all businesses Track all cash movements Split payment option First cloud-based ePos Create individual staff accounts   Add discounts to items at any time Vend Logo   Vend’s hospitality EPOS systems are   built for r

EPOS System Hardware

  Low stock alerts, set alert threshold on a per product basis and get a daily report emailed to you Suppliers & PO's - instantly generate purchase orders for a supplier, add products, email or print and receive stock at a click of a button Order and shipment management, keep track of everything, search, list and view all of your orders, shipments and stock levels Track and control customer returns and exchanges Ability to assign your own defined list of reason for return and exchange When using ShopTill-e's online shop builder / ecommerce shop - products and stock are synchronised EPOS System Hardware Hardware friendly, ShopTill- hospitality EPOS system can work with your existing equipment PC & Mac with keyboard, mouse or touch screen, iPad or tablet etc EPOS Equipment / Hardware Options EPOS system works with receipt printers, cash drawers and barcode scanners Instantly scan product bar codes both to populate product skews in your catalogue and at

TouchBistro

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£45+ per month + VAT Offline mode available For small-medium businesses Get training 24/7 Accepts all payment types Split bill option Eliminate paper costs with digital receipts TouchBistro logo   TouchBistro is built for restaurants and people in the food and drink industry. The software is compatible on iPad’s allowing businesses to increase sales, analyse data, monitor staff performance, and more. More specifically, it allows businesses to turn tables faster with an iPad table side or smart self-ordering Kiosk, design floor plans, move parties around freely and manage multiple sections of the restaurant with ease. Additionally, the software allows businesses to assign waiters to sections and tables, add or remove seats to a table, as well as edit the menu through the menu management software.     The EPOS system for restaurants   and people in the food and drink industry freedom to choose a payment processor that is right for your business. As well as this,

One Stop hopes move to six-day-a-week fresh deliveries will boost franchisees as shopping habits change

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  One Stop hopes move to six-day-a-week fresh deliveries will boost franchisees as shopping habits change   PrintBy David Shrimpton in Industry News 7th October 2020 One Stop, the Tesco-owned convenience group, expects its recent switch to six-day-a-week deliveries on fresh food to help store owners better meet the changing needs of shoppers in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.   The group, which serves some 200 franchise stores as well as its company-owned estate, switched to six-day-a-week fresh deliveries into stores at the end of March under a new deal with convenience food supplier Greencore, best known for its sandwiches and food-to-go.   The partnership included the opening of a new distribution centre at Tamworth in Staffordshire to service the orders.   Head of franchise John Miller said the new arrangement also improved automatic suggested ordering for store owners. “It can work out the volumes quite accurately. That gives better on-shelf availability, and

Retail Point of Sale POS system

  Retail Point of Sale POS system SelectedEpos- EPOS System Features Instantly set-up your POS system - EPOS All EPOS features included, no costly add-ons needed Fast, intuitive interface - easily browse, search, click, touch, barcode scan Multiple layouts with product images, or not, can be set for each cashier Full cash register functionality Quick access, favourites bar, fast add to order product shortcuts Unlimited till points included at no extra cost Till points can operate independently or be linked Unlimited staff included at no extra cost Optional PIN lock for different users, with different access rights Pay on account Link customers to POS orders via the till screen 'Savings club' functionality - accept and track customer payments Accept split tenders, mix of cash, card, on-account, voucher etc Integrated card payment terminals or works with your existing merchant account Email receipts instantly to your customers Offline mode, sal

What EPOS solutions can you offer Scottish c-store businesses?

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  What EPOS solutions can you offer Scottish c-store businesses? Our EPOS system uk , called MPOS, is an advanced, fast, robust, and reliable EPOS software that incorporates all the latest technologies to provide an end to end solution.   Our supplier relations and automation act as a perfect catalyst to reduce labour input and save time and the otherwise incurred expense.     What are the key features and benefits of an Mhouse EPOS solution? Our USP is our origin story. MPOS is a system for retailers, by retailers. With our aggregate experience in the retail sector totalling 50 years, we have developed a system that is user friendly for all our non-tech friends and provides everything one needs to run their store more efficiently.   Additionally, we develop new features through feedback we attain from our customers to make sure all their needs are met at all times. I have also heard from a lot of customers that have switched over that our after-sales service is seco

Renting vs. Buying: 5 Things To Understand

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  Hardware Common hardware components include:   PDQ Machine (aka Cash Drawers Thermal Receipt Printer Keyboard Touch screen monitors Barcode scanner (for retail environments) Scales (for grocery stores) Software Common software features include:   Stock control Purchase and order processing Loyalty programs Managing promotions CRM system integration Ability to coordinate stock and with ecommerce website Ways to get an EPOS system There are two ways to get an EPOS system. Either you can choose to buy or rent one. There are advantages and disadvantages to each approach.   Renting vs. Buying: 5 Things To Understand Renting has little to no upfront cost, but is usually more expensive in the long run compared to purchasing, but only if nothing goes wrong with the system. Rental agreements will often include some sort of service and maintenance package, which means you will be able to get support should something go wrong. Buying a system me

EPOS System: How To Make Sure You Get The Right One

  Before choosing to rent or buy an EPOS system you need to decide what you need from it. System features vary widely from manufacturer to manufacturer and include software and hardware components.   EPOS System   Advantages Of EPOS Sytems Over Traditional Cash Tills EPOS stands for Electronic Point Of Sale Here are the top 5 ways an EPOS system beats a cash till:   Faster Order Processing For Both Cash & Cards Instantly Updated Inventory Ability to track sales over time Ability to quickly adjust prices Reduce Employee Theft Business That Can Benefit From An EPOS System While most businesses could likely benefit from an EPOS system, they are most commonly found in the following establishments:   ·          Pubs and Bars ·          Restaurants and takeaways ·          Retail shops ·          Hotels, Hostels and B&Bs ·          Convenience Shops and Off-licenses ·          Grocery stores ·          Newsagents ·          Pharmacies ·

How much does an Epos system cost?

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In order to determine the cost of a hospitality Epossystem , prospective users need to think about a few things: - First, they should list exactly what components they need: till, cash drawer, barcode scanner, server, software, chip-and-pin card readers, printer...   - Then, they should check how many staff members will use the system, and how many transactions per day they are planning to do using the Epos system, as the cost of an Epos system is sometimes correlated to such values;   - Third, they need to think about consumables and necessary accessories: paper, toners or ink cartridges, cables, internet connection, etc.;   - Fourth, they need to consider the training they might need in order to become familiar with the Epos system, as well as setup and installation fees when necessary - this is an essential part of the cost of an Epos;     - Fifth, they need to leave a budget available for maintenance, upgrades and repairs.   This list applies to

What ordering apps do you need to operate your post-lockdown pub?

  What ordering apps do you need to operate your post-lockdown pub?     App store With uncertainty in the air around how and when pubs are likely to be allowed to open and under what rules, one thing is definitely certain - technology will play a huge part in kick-starting the return to business. Traditionally, technology and pubs have maintained a somewhat awkward relationship, with a large number of companies struggling to find traction with innovative solutions to push the sector forward. However, necessity is the mother of all invention, and the corona crisis has prompted operators to take a long hard look at their businesses and seek solutions in a wide range of new areas. As a result, app technology is looking likely to have finally come of age in the UK on-trade as operators seek innovative solutions to help provide security and safety to staff and customers alike as we all adjust to the new normal, post-Covid market. One of the UK’s more innovative operators summed the si