What is Point of Sale?

Point of Sale is where a retail transaction is conducted; this traditionally refers to a cash register that the customer would pass through when checking out their purchases in a shop.

What is Web Based Point of Sale Systems?

Web based point of sale systems just means switching from a traditional counter-mounted cash register to an electronic cash register. This can be a smartphone, tablet, mobile computer, or a dedicated mobile device or terminal. A web based system enables the execution of transactions, the retrieval of specific information from mobile devices as well as mobile receipt printing . Web based POS systems allows retailers to access your service via the internet and store all data online.

So why should you implement a web based POS system? Read out top 5 reasons below:

1. Cost Effectiveness

Traditional POS systems can be extremely expensive; this is due to cost of the hardware, the software, the installation, and any downtime that occurred throughout the process.

The cost is significantly less if you decide to use a web based POS system. Web based POS can run on virtually any computer with an Internet connection. The cost for the hardware is eliminated as you will only need wireless or mobile devices. This means that the installation costs are also eliminated, which results in no downtime. As a web based system is hosted, all the software is on the providers end. This means that software updates, allocations, backups and system reconfigurations are all taken care of externally.

2. A More Secure System

With web based POS there is no need to worry about a computer crash resulting in the loss of all your data. Data is backed up on secure servers online and not on a local device on the business premises. These servers save data with multiple encryptions which is more secure than a server on site.

3. Mobile Checkouts

One of the defining features of web based POS systems is the ability to go mobile. This means that you can take the register to your customers and complete transactions on mobile devices. This not only provides a pleasant experience for customers, but also empowers your employees, allowing them more freedom in the workplace.

4. Improved Customer Service

Slow checkout lines can significantly impact how successful a retail outlet is. Customers do not like waiting in line waiting to purchase their goods. A web based POS system means that sales associates can complete transaction on the shop floor and they are not confined to a cash register. This reduces waiting times and makes for a happier customer.

Web based POS software also allows sales associated to immediately access customer information from other locations – information regarding past purchases can be accessed. This information can be used to provide a service tailored to each customer.

5. Reduced Paperwork

With a web-based POS system, sales for all stores can be tracked in the same database, meaning that each store is not required to generate their own individual paperwork in regards to sales. As well, since orders for multiple stores can be placed together, fewer invoices are generated, which help the accounting process can operate more smoothly.

Contact one of our ADC Barcode experts here if you would like advice on implementing the best web based point of sale systems solution for your business.

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