What do Odeon Cinemas, Burger King, KFC and The Post Office have in common? Well, they all use tilling systems and payment terminals by POS manufacturer FEC, who have just announced that EPOS Partners will become the UK distributor of their popular POS products.
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.
Futura launches new mobile POS app at RBTE Show
Feb 08, 2011
At the Retail Business Technology Show 2011 Futura Retail Solution will launch a new mobile POS application to allow retailers to offer personalised customer service, improving the buying experience.
Box Technologies produce Quality EPoS Solution for Quality Foods
Jan 25, 2011
Box Technologies has developed and delivered a new EPoS infrastructure for Quality Foods, one of the best and biggest Asian food stores in UK and Europe.
Michel Roux at Parliament Square rolls out Agilysys technology solution
Jan 24, 2011
Agilysys (Europe) Ltd. has installed technology in the newly-opened Roux at Parliament Square restaurant of Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux Jnr.
Box Technologies produces a convenient EPoS Solution for SPAR
Jan 19, 2011
Box Technologies, the UK provider of customer interface technology solutions, has been appointed by SPAR as its preferred hardware supplier.
Over 90% of stores have missing tickets and POS
Jan 05, 2011
With so much attention on the challenges of multi channel retailing there is a risk of not spending enough time on the in-store basics that customers need to know every day.
Cybertill and Intersport announce alliance
Dec 14, 2010
EPoS provider Cybertill has become a preferred partner of Intersport UK. This alliance results in Cybertill being recommended to buying group members along with other Intersport partners.
Partner Tech launches new 15in all-in-one POS solution
Dec 13, 2010
Partner Tech UK has boosted its all-in-one space-saving POS series with the launch of a new 15in touch screen model.
Partner Tech unveils handheld EPoS with Windows Mobile
Dec 07, 2010
EPoS specialist, Partner Tech, has unveiled its latest handheld terminal for the hospitality and catering industry.
B&Q nails product data dilemmas
Dec 01, 2010
B&Q, the largest home improvement and garden retailer in the UK, has signed a deal with Stibo Systems to manage its vast product information line.
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.
