K3 Retail, the UK's leading provider of retail solutions based on Microsoft technology, has been awarded Reseller of the year 2012 in Europe by Targit, the Business Intelligence and Analytics software provider.
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A point-of-sale (POS) system is a software and hardware system that allows businesses to process payments, manage inventory, and track sales. POS systems can be used in a variety of industries, including retail, hospitality, and healthcare. EPOS systems typically consist of a touchscreen computer, receipt printer, barcode scanner, cash drawer and software. Retail Technology articles related to retail systems, retail technology, Point-of-Sale (POS),Electronic Point-of-sale (EPOS), mPOS, wireless communication, store networks and Wi-Fi, mobile commerce, eCommerce, reporting & analytics,shipping and fulfilment,labour productivity, order management and retail supply chain management.
Capital Hair & Beauty revamp EPoS offering to support growth
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Agentrics launches new Product Lifecycle Management software
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How do UK consumers want organisations to engage with them through social networking sites and communities? What do they want to achieve through those interactions? And what should your involvement look like?
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Agreement signed between Coop Adriatica and Datalogic for a more enjoyable Salvatempo with Joya
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Coop Adriatica recently signed an agreement to purchase the Shopevolution solution, with approximately 1,000 Joya pods.
Box Technologies Launches Toshiba WILLPOS B10 POS Terminal
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Exclusive distribution deal brings retail-hardened solution to the UK
ZBD appoints MAOP as VISION partner for the Balkan region
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ZBD has further increased its global reach with the appointment of MAOP, a major solutions provider, as the latest partner to join its VISION partner programme.
Jade application ecosystem enables simultaneous connection of any back office system with front end mobile devices
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A strategic alliance with US-based @hand Corporation has allowed Jade to develop a secure enterprise mobility workflow application ecosystem, enabling the simultaneous connection of any back office system with any front end mobile device.
An important multinational furniture company invests in a mobile computing solution with Datalogic Mobile
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The worlds largest furniture retailer chooses the Datalogic Skorpio for goods flow
Point-of-Sale (POS)
POS systems can be a valuable tool for businesses of all sizes. They can help businesses to improve efficiency, increase sales, and provide better customer service.
A point-of-sale (POS) system is a software and hardware system that allows a merchant to process payments and manage sales. A POS system typically includes a cash register, a barcode scanner, a receipt printer, and a customer display. It may also include other features such as inventory management, customer loyalty programs, and gift card processing.
POS systems can be used in a variety of businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and service businesses. They can help businesses to improve their efficiency, track their sales, and provide better customer service.
There are four main types of POS systems:
- Legacy POS systems are the traditional type of POS system. They are typically based on a Windows or Linux operating system and use a custom-built software application.
- Tablet-based POS systems are a newer type of POS system that uses a tablet computer as the main interface. These systems are typically cloud-based and can be accessed from any device with an internet connection.
- Mobile POS systems are a type of POS system that uses a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet, as the main interface. These systems are typically used by businesses that need to be able to process payments on the go.
- Cloud-based POS systems are a type of POS system that is hosted on a cloud server. These systems are typically accessed through a web browser and can be used from any device with an internet connection.
Electronic Point-of-sale (EPOS)
Electronic Point-of-Sale (EPOS) is a system that uses electronic devices to process customer transactions in a retail outlet. EPOS systems typically consist of a touchscreen computer, receipt printer, barcode scanner, cash drawer, and software. They are often used in retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and other service-oriented businesses.
EPOS systems offer a number of advantages over traditional cash registers, including:
- Increased speed and efficiency: EPOS systems can process transactions much faster than cash registers, which can lead to shorter lines and happier customers.
- Improved data accuracy: EPOS systems can help businesses to track sales, inventory, and customer data more accurately. This information can be used to make better business decisions, such as which products to stock or how to allocate resources.
- Enhanced customer service: EPOS systems can help businesses to provide better customer service by allowing them to track customer preferences and loyalty programs.
