Electing Your Perfect EpoS System For Your Organisation
posted in Bricks and Mortar Business |Any business that sells products to customers can make use of an EPoS system. The bigger the company the more sophisticated the EPoS system should be, but it may not be essential for smaller organisations to invest in multifaceted technology.
Stand-alone EPoS systems
For a stand-alone PC you will be looking to spend about £5000. You will get an EPoS terminal, printer and networked back office for your money. With integrated XML or EDL links, you can connect your EPoS terminal with your website and physical stores. Highly beneficial if the company has more than one location such as hotels and department stores.
Software-based solutions
Your existing PC system might be able to run an EPOS application from it already, and the software costs around £350. Additional technology like a printer, credit card reader, Point of Sale keyboard, monitor, cash drawer and customer display is increasingly available in plug and play structure.
EPoS/Accounting systems
You can get a system with accounting packages on for £500. Additionally, the back office PC will need some personal software and you might need to buy more modules for extras such as Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), label printing or remote access. If you do not think that your organisation requires a whole off the shelf product then this option could be cheaper although you should ask the supplier to advise you on the best system for your needs.
Contract out EPoS to a third party specialist
The UK has not had this option for very long. You can use an Application Service Provider (ASP) through whom it is possible to hire the software and connect it to your business through a secure internet link. The ASP will sort out any technical issues you have with the system. Your retail holding will need access to broadband internet.
Customised EPOS solutions
Consultants and software experts can tailor-make and design an EPOS solution and integrate it with existing hardware and software and also your web site. It will however cost you in excess of £10,000 as you are paying for labour and software but this price will change depending on your personal needs. This is the best EPoS system for large retailers and hospitality outlets like department stores, hotel chains etc.
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