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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Excess Baggage chooses Omnico and eBECS to create a seamless retail experience across its global locations

1 Excess Baggage chooses Omnico and eBECS to create a seamless retail experience across its global locations

Omnico has entered into a strategic partnership with eBECS, a specialist in total Microsoft Business Solutions, to install a single integrated and unified Point-of-Sale (PoS) system in Excess Baggage stores.

Contactless POS terminal retail transactions to approach $500 billion by 2017, driven by card purchases

2 Contactless POS terminal retail transactions to approach $500 billion by 2017, driven by card purchases

A new study from Juniper Research has found that the global value of contactless POS (point of sale) terminal transactions, conducted in-store via cards, mobile and wearables, will approach $500 billion annually by 2017; this is up from an estimated $321 billion this year.

Scottish EPoS firm transforms customer experience at Edinburgh Fringe

3 Scottish EPoS firm transforms customer experience at Edinburgh Fringe

Intelligent Point of Sale, the young Scottish start-up that developed the UK's first cloud-based, iPad electronic point of sale (EPOS) app, expects to see more than £4m and 750,000 transactions handled through its software at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Ergonomic Solutions provides a quick turnaround for technology integration as Munich Airport opens new satellite terminal

4 Ergonomic Solutions provides a quick turnaround for technology integration as Munich Airport opens new satellite terminal

The opening of a new terminal or satellite at any airport is a huge undertaking. Currently, the final touches are being put to a new facility at Munich Airport. Once opened, the new satellite will increase capacity for Lufthansa and its' Star Alliance partners at Terminal 2 of Germany's second largest airport which handled almost 9 million passengers in the first three months of 2016, alone.

Intelligent Point of Sale launches intelligentpos Version 4.0 to compete with major EPOS solution providers

5 Intelligent Point of Sale launches intelligentpos Version 4.0 to compete with major EPOS solution providers

Intelligent Point of Sale, the young Scottish start-up that developed the UK's first cloud-based, iPad electronic point of sale (EPOS) application, claims now to be set to challenge the world's major EPOS players.

BCP's Accord Momentum transforms operations at Ozmen International

6 BCP's Accord Momentum transforms operations at Ozmen International

The latest retail management software from software specialist BCP (Business Computer Projects Ltd) has transformed operations at food retailer, Ozmen International Food Centre in Sheffield, delivering all the benefits of a fully integrated retail solution based on the latest technologies.

Ergonomic Solutions celebrates 20 years of operations and growth

7 Ergonomic Solutions celebrates 20 years of operations and growth

Ergonomic Solutions the designer and supplier of technology mounting, mobility and security solutions, this week celebrates 20 years of operations.

Epson introduces its TM-T88VI receipt printer

8 Epson introduces its TM-T88VI receipt printer

Epson has announced the TM-T88VI, a state-of-the-art new receipt printer designed to work with both traditional PC-based POS systems and increasingly popular web and mobile setups.

ScanSource POS and Barcode hosts 2016 Partner Conference in Malta

9 ScanSource POS and Barcode hosts 2016 Partner Conference in Malta

ScanSource POS and Barcode, the global provider of automatic identification and data capture (AIDC) and point-of-sale (POS) solutions, hosted its 2016 ScanSource Partner Conference in Malta in early June.

Expanding department store group T J Hughes switches to Futura

10 Expanding department store group T J Hughes switches to Futura

Expanding discount department store group T J Hughes, which specialises in premium brands and quality products at low prices, has replaced its legacy retail systems with the popular Futura EPOS and retail management solution to modernise systems and optimise performance as the group expands.

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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