As a small business owner, it’s very important for you to utilize resources to run and manage your stores efficiently. Inventory must be one of the most complicated problems that you need to deal with: How much should I have in stock for this item? Is this item selling well or am I losing money …
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Having your goods stolen sucks. Shoplifting is one of the 4 most common sources of shrinkage and dealing with theft might seem like an unavoidable cost of doing business. Still, there are some ways that can be applied easily to prevent shoplifting before it happens. Be aware of at-risk items Shoplifters will often go for …
Cashiers are the face of your brand. They play an important part in making customers love your brand and keeping your stores running smoothly with higher accuracy and less fraud. Thus, it’s essential to train your cashiers well before you put them behind the counter. From raising productivity to dealing with difficult customers, the cashier …
A faster line means more sales in the same period of time. Quick checkout process is very important, especially during peak seasons such as Black Friday or Christmas. Here are 3 tips for you to keep your line moving fast, your customers smiling, and sales flowing. Have a fast Point of Sale system This is …
If you have a brick-and-mortar store, it’s likely that you often ask yourself, “How can I get more customers in the door?”. You probably find more reasons to be worried as people are switching to online shopping. However, many researches show that shoppers still like going to the physical stores for different reasons (experience products, …
Summer is about to pass and it’s time for you to plan for another peak season for your small business: back-to-school. It’s a golden chance to reach out to a large, diverse and very important customer group: from parents with young children to college and graduate students. Whether you own a clothing store, bookstore or …
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There is no doubt: the new star of retail technology is mobile Point of Sale (mPOS). Advantages of a mPOS such as mobility, strong capability, and beautiful design make it the top choice for many retailers with physical stores. To meet the demand, various mPOS solutions are born and it becomes challenging for retailers to …
Shop operators or store associates are representatives of your brand and a key factor in creating a great shopping experience for your customers. However, it’s not easy for them to keep up with modern shoppers who are tech-savvy, well-informed and demanding. To be successful in the new retail battle of great customer experience, besides the …
What is Mobile POS? A mobile POS (mPOS) is a smartphone, tablet, or dedicated wireless device that performs the functions of a cash register or electronic point of sale terminal (ePOS) used in brick-and-mortar stores such as retail shops, salons, and restaurants. Any smartphone or tablet can be transformed into a mobile POS with a …
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