The next giant leap forward in retail is Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs). Pet store owners are recognizing these labels as a game-changing solution as they navigate the challenges of meeting customer expectations and maintaining competitive pricing. ESLs are digital price tags that are transforming more than just the look of pet store shelving, but also…
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Every business is unique, even every liquor store. Your business has particular requirements that are different from those in other industries. Software that might work great for a grocer or retailer may not work best for your liquor store. What will boost revenue and improve operations is a liquor store Point of Sale (POS) system…
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How Using Smart Grocery Technologies Can Enhance the Shopping Experience Technology is changing how consumers shop and how retailers operate. The grocery shopping experience is also experiencing a technological transformation. Smart technologies are streamlining operations, ensuring accuracy, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Grocers of all sizes are turning to innovative smart technology solutions like electronic shelf…
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How to Read Your Merchant Statement to Understand the Fees You’re Being Charged Understanding what you are paying for merchant services is a critical aspect of business. Knowing how to read the merchant statement your service provider sends will help you know what fees you are being charged. With this information, you will be able…
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The State of the Industry and Osprey Retail The point of sale (POS) industry is changing rapidly. Consumer behaviors continue to evolve as more people consider themselves omnichannel shoppers and digital-native Gen Z’s buying power increases. Brick-and-mortar retailers need POS software solutions that allow them to meet their customers’ expectations for convenient, personalized in-store experiences…
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Thrift Store Technology Transforming the Shopping Experience and Trends Thrift stores are embracing some exciting new tools to enhance the secondhand shopping experience. Applications like online platforms and data analytics used to be accessible only by large corporations with dedicated IT teams. However, innovations are revolutionizing thrift store technology and changing the way they operate and…
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The Key to Competing with Big Box Stores The big dogs of the pet store industry like PetSmart, Chewy, and Amazon are gobbling up market share. But it is possible to compete with them. Small chain pet stores are gaining ground against the major players by employing creative pet store loyalty programs that keep their…
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Dear POS Resellers, It is time to bid farewell to yet another remarkable year. The RSPA reports that 85% of ISVs/VARs posted double-digit profit margins. For the Point of Sale (POS) industry as a whole, 2023 has been a very good year albeit not without its challenges. This year has been one of highs and…
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What Type of Tech Should You Consider? Running a nonprofit is often an exercise in making every possible resource count. The technology you invest in is a major decision. Choosing the right POS systems for non-profits can significantly benefit your operation’s efficiency and effectiveness. The hardware your POS operates on—like all-in-ones (AIOs), tablets, and kiosks—can…
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Your customers have many choices when it comes to grocery stores. With all the competition, every good owner knows they must be continually improving their business. Even when you’re efficient and organized, processes can always be streamlined a little further. Features can be added to attract new customers and keep existing customers. It’s a harsh truth—a…
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