Whether you prefer Android or you’re an Apple loyalist, tablet POS systems come with the option of both types of hardware and the latest operating systems for their respective devices.
Although typically still coming with a till and printer, the systems themselves are much more compact and are great for portability within the venue and maintaining a particular aesthetic.
These are the smallest and most portable devices on the market and are perfect if your business is mobile, such as a food truck.
Some come with built-in printers so no matter where you are, you can provide your customers with receipts.
These will also usually have a long-lasting rechargeable battery so you won’t have to worry about finding the nearest place to charge your device halfway through the day.
If you’re going to an event and there’s no Wi-Fi, that’s no problem. Most devices will have 3G & 4G capabilities as well as Bluetooth connectivity.
Now you know what a POS system is and some of the different types available to you, you may be wondering how one can benefit your business.
Of course, there are many more than the ones we’ve listed below but we know you’re busy so we’ve narrowed it down to our favourite five.
1. Boost your profits
Having a POS allows you to process sales and take payments at a much faster rate than outdated cash tills.
You don’t have to be a math wizard to figure out that being able to process more customers at a faster rate will help boost your profits.
2. Encourage repeat business
Not only can you efficiently process customers, keeping them from waiting around and viewing your business negatively, but POS systems also have features to promote customer loyalty.
Say you’re a cafe and every 10th customer receives a free takeaway coffee, then POS will help you seamlessly track this and even remind customers of where they are with their loyalty scheme.
3. Improve employee management
Hours worked; sales made per employee and any bonuses or overtime owed.
These are just some of the insights that a POS provides to your staff.
This is also a great way to create in house sales competitions and create a friendly rivalry within your team.
4. 24/7 access to your business from anywhere
Because most POS systems are cloud-based with a centralized administrator account you can log in from anywhere in the world and access any piece of data that is stored on the system.
No more worrying about what's going on when you’re not on site
5. Real-time reporting
How many glasses of pinot grigio have you sold this evening?
Do you need to order a new batch of those new Nike sneakers that everyone is currently buying?
How are sales compared to this time last week?
POS can answer these questions and more with real-time and up-to-date reporting. This can help you keep on top of everything as well as help build your future strategy future.
