Some questions come up again and again when discussing an EPoS system upgrade. So, if you’re considering investing in a new system, here’s a check list of features and benefits to look out for.

EPoS is the latest on touch screen point of sale, transactional technology, along with ‘back office’ sales software.

Always look for a system which gives you access to stock management capabilities. Good EPOS systems have a wide range of inventory control, enabling you to see exactly how much stock you need, and be able to plan for seasonal fluctuations. It keeps everything streamlined so avoids stock gluts and shortages. Look for a system that can automate purchase orders, fully manage supplier data, and set alerts for when stock is running low. Pick software that calculates how often products sell so you can accurately forecast turnover.

You need a system which will let you capture both customer information and their buying habits. Look for a system which has a loyalty scheme included in the software. Good EPoS systems allow you to drill down into the sales history of your customer and also which of your customers buy a particular product. This way you can really focus in on your marketing and promotion campaigns.

Choose software that has multi-buy promotional options built in, as well as the ability to input start and end dates. This makes it easy to set up campaigns in advance, giving you the chance to plan your marketing communications.

A system with speedy, intuitive till features will make it easy for your staff to give great service.

Undoubtedly. If you are serious about growing your business in the long term, choose an EPoS system that gives you access to a complete reporting suite. It gives you the capacity to drill down into any aspect of your business to ensure maximum efficiency. From the ability to anticipate seasonal fluctuations, an overview of staff performance to best and worst sellers, full audit transaction logs and VAT analysis, choose a system with unlimited access to all these business tools. Feature rich reporting capabilities maximise business efficiency and profits.

The good ones do. One of the most important ones is card payment integration. Not only is the onus for security on the payment provider, but it eradicates keying in errors. The total is transmitted direct from the till to the card machine.

Another integration to consider is the capability to connect with accountancy software apps such as Zero, Sage and Quickbooks. It will save you and your accountant a lot of administrative time.

Online sales? Integrating a website with your EPoS system means products you choose to sell online are sent direct to your website and any online sales are updated to your EPoS in real time, so you are always in control of your stock levels.

POS Ltd contains all these features and many more besides. We are an independent business serving other independent business of all sizes across the UK. If you are considering an EPOS upgrade, we offer a free, online demonstration of the POS XSELL suite.

Call 01422 349083 or email sales@posltd.co.uk

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