Access IS has introduced a barcode imager designed to fit quickly and easily into public kiosks, visitor turnstiles at events, and retail point-of-sale equipment.
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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.
Using merchandise visibility to gain operational insight from source to store
Sep 07, 2009
Several studies show that retailers inventory numbers are accurate only 35 - 45% of the time. This means that retailers manage their inventory based on data that is wrong far more often than it is right.
Sourced Market select VoiteQs VPoS solution
Sep 03, 2009
Opening the first market of its kind in a British train station, Sourced Market has opened its first permanent market inside St Pancras International.
RFID in the Fashion Business
Aug 12, 2009
When IDTechEx first published the popular report Apparel RFID 2009-2019, it was able to profile 60 brand owners and retailers involved as well as detailing many uses throughout the apparel supply chain, including the widespread use of RFID in laundry.
Luxury brand Jaeger selects the stylish and ruggedised Casio IT-600 terminal
Aug 12, 2009
The Casio IT-600 was chosen for its large 3.7 VGA colour screen, stylish looks, optional trigger grip and camera.
Fujitsu research reveals retailers have reined in IT spending but no further budget cuts expected
Aug 12, 2009
Research commissioned by Fujitsu has revealed that retailers are continuing to tighten their belts in light of the current economic climate, with 95% expecting the recession to last up to another two years.
Direct Dispatch: A question of balance
Aug 04, 2009
Direct Dispatch (also commonly referred to as Drop Ship) is an important weapon in the armoury for retailers.
Maginus showcases powerful multi-channel solutions at ECMOD 2009
Jul 24, 2009
Maginus will be using the 2009 ECMOD Exhibition to demonstrate the new Microsoft Dynamics point of sale solution, POS 2009
Varlink expands into retail IT products
Jun 30, 2009
Varlink has announced that it has expanded its product range to facilitate entry into the retail IT market.
Partner Tech UK to release mobile ordering terminal
Jun 30, 2009
Partner Tech UK has announced that its revolutionary handheld touch-screen ordering terminal will be ready for distribution at the end of July.
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.
