EPoS (Electronic Point of Sale) Technology News

EPOS or Electronic Point of Sale software is found in the majority of retail businesses. An EPOS system generally consists of a VDU (Visual Display Unit) and a PC and the system may also include additional equipment such as a scanner or a printer, depending on the requirements of the business. A traditional EPoS system is where the software is deployed locally on the till hardware and is generally found at the 'checkout' of a business, but can be linked to other terminals in the 'back' of the business and can even be linked to the business' website. 

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Reiss looks to Torex to boost the power of its POS

1 Reiss looks to Torex to boost the power of its POS

Torex has announced that high quality fashion retailer Reiss will deploy Torex Retail-J to help prepare the business for future strategic goals including global expansion and enabling overseas visitors to its UK stores to easily purchase items tax free.

Retail Pro and Wishpond form strategic partnership to help merchants drive in-store sales

2 Retail Pro and Wishpond form strategic partnership to help merchants drive in-store sales

Some 94% of shopping happens in stores, but 90% of shoppers make their buying decision based on online research.

Toshiba TEC announces first carbon neutral EPoS and Auto ID products & launches scheme to the channel

3 Toshiba TEC announces first carbon neutral EPoS and Auto ID products & launches scheme to the channel

Toshiba TEC has announced that its EPoS terminals and Auto-ID printers will be the first in the UK to be CarbonZero by summer 2011.

New wall-mounted EPOS till system: Aures unveils W-Touch by Posligne

4 New wall-mounted EPOS till system: Aures unveils W-Touch by Posligne

The Aures Group has unveiled the W-Touch, an "all-in-one" touch screen equipment featuring a slimline, fanless and splash-proof design, developed predominantly for wall-mounted till applications.

Jet's Pizza selects SpeedLine POS for next phase of growth

5 Jet's Pizza selects SpeedLine POS for next phase of growth

Sterling Heights, Michigan-based, 200+-unit Jet's Pizza has announced that the company has approved the SpeedLine point of sale software for use in its company-owned restaurants and franchise locations.

Agilysys wins contract to supply Point-of-Sale and Dining Reservation & Restaurant Management technology to 5-star London hotel

6 Agilysys wins contract to supply Point-of-Sale and Dining Reservation & Restaurant Management technology to 5-star London hotel

Agilysys (Europe) has won the contract to provide technology to one of London's most distinctive and best-loved hotels, 5-star The Landmark London on Marylebone Road.

J2 & Mission stage a new EPoS solution for Royal Opera House hospitality operations

7 J2 & Mission stage a new EPoS solution for Royal Opera House hospitality operations

A partnership of J2 Retail Systems and Mission Integrated Systems has supplied PC-based touchscreen tills and front-of-house and back-office software across the venue's restaurants, bars and cafs that are managed by the Company of Cooks.

Retailers get a boost from EPOS Partners during Independent Retailer Month

8 Retailers get a boost from EPOS Partners during Independent Retailer Month

Hardware specialist EPOS Partners is backing local retailers in the run up to Independent Retailer Month in July, in a bid to help smaller retailers revitalise the High Street.

Sanderson scoops European award for innovation in retail technology

9 Sanderson scoops European award for innovation in retail technology

Sanderson RBS, the publicly owned UK provider of retail software and services, has won a prestigious IBM Award for Innovation.

Sunderland AFC scores with Cybertill

10 Sunderland AFC scores with Cybertill

Sunderland AFC is one of England's best known football teams. Founded in 1879, it is steeped in football tradition and draws much of its worldwide fanbase from its North-East roots.

EPOS or Electronic Point of Sale

By linking the EPOS system to the business' website, customers are provided with real-time information regarding stock, through the use of automatic stock control. Links to other terminals within the shop results in greater control over the business as a whole. Extended retail EPoS software facilities include instant messaging direct to point of sale, time and attendance management, a central document sharing facility, and cash/safe management. .Cloud based EPOS means retailers access it via the internet giving retailers real time access.

Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) is a system that combines hardware and software to process customer transactions in a retail outlet. EPOS systems typically consist of a touchscreen computer, receipt printer, barcode scanner, cash drawer, and software.

EPOS systems can be used to track sales, manage inventory, and generate reports. They can also be used to accept payments from customers using a variety of methods, such as credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

EPOS systems offer a number of advantages over traditional cash registers, including:

  • Increased accuracy: EPOS systems are less prone to errors than cash registers, as they automatically calculate the total amount due and generate receipts.
  • Improved efficiency: EPOS systems can help businesses process transactions more quickly and efficiently.
  • Increased data insights: EPOS systems can generate reports that provide businesses with insights into their sales, inventory, and customer behavior.

EPOS systems are a valuable tool for businesses of all sizes. They can help businesses improve their efficiency, accuracy, and data insights.

Here are some examples of electronic point-of-sale systems:

  • Square
  • Shopify POS
  • Lightspeed Retail
  • Revel Systems
  • Toast

These systems offer a variety of features and pricing plans to fit the needs of different businesses.

If you are considering implementing an EPOS system in your business, there are a few things you should keep in mind:

  • The size and complexity of your business will determine the features you need in an EPOS system.
  • You need to choose a system that is easy to use and that integrates with your existing business systems.
  • You need to consider the cost of the system, as well as the ongoing costs of maintenance and support.

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