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Do you find yourself getting increasingly frustrated with your point of sale system? Remember how exciting it was when you first purchased it? It had so much potential. And, at first, things were great. It did everything you wanted and even surprised you sometimes. But slowly things started to change. You needed more out of […]

So you’re getting ready for business launch and you’re officially ready for business — almost. You still have a few big things left to decide. One big question lingers — Do you need a point of sale (POS) or can you settle with a cash register? The answer depends on how you answer other questions […]

When a merchant signs up for a new Square account to start processing payments, many times the focus isn’t on the other features; it’s on getting paid — and rightfully so. But after signing into your account for the first time, it may become evident to you that there is a lot more to Square […]

Having a POS that automatically syncs your data to your QuickBooks account makes reporting and accounting much easier. But finding POS software that’s QuickBooks compatible? Not necessarily easier. Here’s X great options for small business.

Not every POS software program is suitable for every industry. If you’re running a retail business, you’re going to suffer from a system that’s designed for a food service environment. Not only will you be inundated with tools you don’t need (like table-mapping and check-splitting), but you’ll sorely lack the features that could make or […]

Square has carved out quite a spot for itself in the world of payment processing. When it comes to accessibility, there are few rivals. With no credit checks, sign-up fees, monthly fees, or cancellation fees, and a very transparent pricing model, it’s no wonder why Square remains the go-to option for business owners who want […]

When casually shopping for a new point of sale system, it’s easy to focus on things like the software’s price point, its design, and how simple it is to use. But, for any sizable retail or restaurant establishment, one of the most important components of a POS system is inventory management. It’s imperative to be […]

When it comes to choosing a point of sale system for your full-service restaurant, there’s a lot more at stake than you might initially think. Besides just taking payments, modern restaurant POS software helps restaurant owners manage tasks from accounting to staff management—the kind of things that can determine whether your restaurant succeeds or becomes one […]

When “the cloud” first came on to the scene it was met with excitement and more than a little confusion. What was this nebulous new creation? Could it possibly be a safe place to store my sensitive information? Where exactly is my data stored and how can I gain access to it? These were all valid […]

Thinking about using Square to process payments for your business? Whether you are a solopreneur or a busy boss running multiple locations, you can quickly set up an account with Square with little to no fuss. Square offers several time-saving benefits for the small business owner looking to start processing payments, including no credit checks, […]