Marcus Wareing at The Berkeley and Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester among the latest high-class establishments to choose Agilysys hospitality solutions.
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.
Honeywell introduces enhancements to its Stratos 2400 product line
Jan 11, 2010
Advancements Boost Productivity at the Point-of-Sale; Two New Models Increase Flexibility
Box Technologies Launches New SpacePole Payment Mounts
Jan 04, 2010
Box Technologies has launched Ergonomic Solutions latest range of SpacePole payment mounts.
VESA Dual Screen solutions from POSLIGNE
Jan 04, 2010
AURES Technologies has unveiled its VESA dual screen solution offering dynamic, user-friendly communications at the cash desk.
Fujitsu signs distribution agreement with EPoS Distributor
Dec 22, 2009
The agreement will see EPoS Distributor become the first UK distributor of Fujitsus point-of-sale (PoS) retail hardware products.
SpeedLine POS announces new call centre and web ordering collaboration
Dec 09, 2009
These hybrid restaurant ordering solutions combine affordable online order entry and state-of-the-art call centre facilities, directly integrated to the restaurant POS systems.
She Said opts for new EPoS solution from J2 and LOIS.
Dec 08, 2009
J2 580s and LOIS software now running shops and web site.
J2 Retail Systems launches solid state EPoS
Dec 01, 2009
J2 Retail Systems has launched an EPoS system containing Solid State Drives as standard.
Mint Velvet appoints Retail Assist
Nov 25, 2009
Mint Velvet has engaged Retail Assist to provide a Managed Solution to include its Merret merchandising and warehousing solution, Triquestras Infinity PoS, plus complete IT support service.
Epicor launches green IT initiative to help retailers reduce power and paper consumption
Nov 24, 2009
Epicor Software Corporation has introduced the Epicor Retail Green IT Initiative, designed to provide cost savings while positively impacting the environment by reducing power consumption and paper waste associated with retail point-of-sale (POS) systems.
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.
