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Gift Shop Operator Event Network Begins Transition to Mobile POS

Retail TouchPoints

Destination retailer Event Network — which operates gift shops for aquariums, zoos, museums, science centers, botanical gardens and other cultural attractions — has upgraded to a mobile point-of-service (POS) system and adopted a new cloud infrastructure as it continues its digital transformation.

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How technology helps retailers prepare for holiday season

iVend

As we race headlong into the holiday season, the best gift that retailers could receive would be…a crystal ball. Read how our technology gives retailers the gift of growth. But of course, the future-forecasting crystal ball is still, like an over-ambitious letter to St Nick, just wishful thinking.

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Amazon’s Just Walk Out has Left the Building

Retail TouchPoints

Amazon is removing its cashierless Just Walk Out (JWO) technology from its Amazon Fresh supermarkets and will not deploy the solution in new locations scheduled to open later this year, according to multiple media reports.

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The Power of POS Gift Cards: A Guide for Retailers

Korona

Gift cards can be a powerful marketing and sales tool for retailers. And when you combine them with point of sale (POS) technology, their potential is even greater. But how exactly do POS gift cards work, and what are their associated challenges? That’s what this guide is all about. Let’s get started!

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How Does a POS System Work? 5 Common Point of Sale Questions

Korona

A point of sale system used to be a cash register that simply took account of the sales of the day and organized the bills into sections. The current main function of point of sale systems remains the same. However, with today’s technology, these systems provide so much more. What is POS equipment?

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How to Create Holiday Gift Guides That Inspire Shoppers & Increase Sales

Korona

One of the most important holiday marketing ideas you can implement is gift guides. Gift guides allow you to showcase your products, inspire shoppers, and stay top of mind throughout the season. In 2020, more than 45% of people said they would look for gift guides to inform their shopping this holiday season. .

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Shopify POS vs Square POS: Which is Best?

Ecommerce Platforms

The company is best-known for supporting mobile point of sale solutions, and can offer a wide range of high-quality hardware to help you thrive offline. However, there are no industry-specific point of sale apps with Shopify, while Square has dedicated tools for service companies and restaurants. Further reading ??.

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