Epos Partners, supplier of retail hardware and EPOS equipment, is helping new retailers to hit the high street with a bang thanks to its new guide to 'Setting up Shop'.
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.
Pizza City to meet pizza point of sale technology at National Restaurant Association show
May 18, 2011
The driving force behind the most significant recent advances in restaurant technology? Pizza.
Retail Decisions continues to fight fraud on the forecourt for Chevron
May 18, 2011
Fraud prevention provider Retail Decisions (ReD) has extended its contract with Chevron for a further three years.
Cineworld enjoys increased reliability from its J2 650 upgrade
May 11, 2011
Cineworld Cinemas has revealed details of the increased hardware reliability it is enjoying as a result of upgrading its ticket office and concession points-of-sale to J2's most powerful EPoS, the J2 650.
ScanSource Europe brings Pioneer POS to European market
May 10, 2011
ScanSource Europe, the value-added distributor of POS and barcoding solutions, will distribute Pioneer POS's range of touchscreen products in Europe.
Cybertill and Stag announce partnership
May 04, 2011
Cybertill has become a preferred partner of Stag Buying Group. This alliance results in Cybertill being recommended to STAG buying group members, and all members receiving preferential rates on Cybertill's EPoS system.
Vista Retail Support launches remote software support for Subway
Apr 26, 2011
Vista Retail Support, the independent EPOS maintenance services company, has launched its "Virtual engineer" product, a remote software support service for its Subway customers.
The ExtraCare Charitable Trust chooses Cybertill to manage charity shops
Apr 19, 2011
The ExtraCare Charitable Trust has selected Cybertill's Charity EPoS and gift aid solution to help manage its sixty charity stores, which are mainly located in the greater Midlands region.
Galo 200 integrated, vertical-concept EPOS equipment by Posligne
Apr 13, 2011
The Aures Group, which manufactures Posligne point of sale terminals and systems, proudly presents the Galo 200, the latest version of its integrated, vertical-concept EPOS equipment.
EPOS Partners announces release of contactless payment systems
Apr 13, 2011
Following news that major retailers such as Boots, Pret A Manger, the Co-op and Waitrose have introduced contactless systems at their stores, UK retail hardware specialist EPOS Partners has released its first batch of contactless products to the mass retail market.
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.
