Point of sale
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Manufacturer | Various |
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Type | Computer terminal |
Connectivity | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Power | AC power |
Dimensions | Various |
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A point of sale (POS) is the time and place where a retail transaction is completed. At the point of sale, the merchant calculates the amount owed by the customer, indicates that amount, may prepare an invoice for the customer (which may be a cash register printout), and indicates the options for the customer to make payment. It is also the point at which a customer makes a payment to the merchant in exchange for goods or after provision of a service. After receiving payment, the merchant may issue a receipt for the transaction, which is usually printed but is increasingly being dispensed with or sent electronically.
Components[edit | edit source]
A typical POS system includes several components:
- POS terminal: The hardware and software used to process transactions.
- Barcode scanner: Used to scan product barcodes.
- Receipt printer: Prints receipts for customers.
- Cash drawer: Stores cash and coins.
- Payment terminal: Processes credit and debit card payments.
Functions[edit | edit source]
POS systems perform a variety of functions, including:
- Sales transaction processing
- Inventory management
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Employee management
- Sales reporting
Types of POS Systems[edit | edit source]
There are several types of POS systems, including:
- Traditional POS: Typically found in brick-and-mortar stores.
- Mobile POS: Used with mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones.
- Cloud-based POS: Operates over the internet and stores data in the cloud.
- Self-service POS: Allows customers to complete transactions on their own.
Advantages[edit | edit source]
POS systems offer several advantages:
- Improved efficiency and speed of transactions
- Enhanced accuracy in pricing and inventory management
- Better customer service through faster checkouts
- Detailed sales reports and analytics
- Integration with other business systems
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