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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.

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Entente Cordiale as J2 expands into France

1 Entente Cordiale as J2 expands into France

Specialist manufacturer of PC-based touchscreens, LCD touchscreen monitors and point-of-sale hardware, J2 Retail Systems, has announced its expansion into the French EPoS market

Genesis launches hosted MS CRM 4.0 for mobile

2 Genesis launches hosted MS CRM 4.0 for mobile

Mobile data solutions provider, Genesis Communications, has launched Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 as a hosted service available on mobile devices

ONeil introduces the microFlash 2te mobile printer

3 ONeil introduces the microFlash 2te mobile printer

ONeil Product Development, Inc. has launched a new, extremely small, rugged and reliable 2-inch wireless portable thermal printer

Datalogic introduces a new concept of 2D imager

4 Datalogic introduces a new concept of 2D imager

Datalogic Automation has announced the availability of the Matrix 200 2D imager

EPoS case study - THE IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM

5 EPoS case study - THE IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM

Read how Imperial War Museum moved to software from Cybertill and EPoS tills from J2 Retail Systems to run the retail operations at their five visitor venues

Toshiba and Avapac save time and money for the Erotica Show

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The Erotica trade show and exhibition has reduced costs, ticket printing times, long queues at registration and curtailed the opportunity for forgery by introducing the B-SA4TP printer from Toshiba and LABTIC software from Avapac

British Red Cross selects Cybertill EPoS software

7 British Red Cross selects Cybertill EPoS software

Nationwide roll-out to 330 stores in 2008

Byblos applies Avery Dennison RFID tag system to reduce 30 per cent in stock and 65 per cent wait time in cash desks and inventory

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Byblos, a book retailer in Portugal, has deployed the RFID technology in its new 4500 square-metre store in Lisbon, Byblos Amoreiras, to track over 350,000 books, games and videos

Box Technologies & Datalogic Scanning new retail partnership

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Box Technologies has announced a new retail distribution partnership with Datalogic Scanning Inc, the third largest AIDC business worldwide

IT Reseller reviews LXE's new 8650 wearable Bluetooth ring scanner.

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If youre looking for a solution that offers fast hands-free picking within a comfortable and reliable wireless data capture device, take a closer look LXE's ruggedised Bluetooth ring scanner.

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.

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