Today I will continue covering the five mistakes to avoid when selecting a POS system. Yesterday we spoke about the two mistakes of trying to solve operational problems with technology and not considering future changes. If you haven’t read Part I, CLICK HERE!
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Here are the final mistakes to avoid:
3. Not getting very much from the system.
Before purchasing one of the many tablet POS system programs available online, carefully consider the support, coaching, and training they offer. Do they have advanced training on how to use the system? Finding answers to some important questions is necessary if you are going to make the most out of technology.
Ask them how they will provide support over the long run and how much it will cost. Once our customers purchase one of our systems, we provide free unlimited support. I have spoken with many small business owners who got a “really good deal” on a touch screen POS. However, they also spent hundreds of dollars on follow-up support in order to get the system working properly and customized to their needs.
4. Not considering integration with current systems.
Be careful you don’t end up with four or five different core technology systems which can’t talk to each other. You will create confusion in your company and your return on investment will suffer. If you really want an efficient use of technology, integration is the key.
For instance, the email provider we like to use is MailChimp. The websites we create are set up with email integration. In this case, you want to make sure that your POS integrates with MailChimp.
5. Not having a POS System at all.
The truth is that today the touchscreen POS system can have a major impact on your business. However, there are still small business owners who use a cash register and credit card machine. In the present economy, there is simply no excuse for not having a POS system. We offer complete systems with a total set up cost of $399. This includes in-person installation and prices starting at $149 per month for a single register, cash drawer, printer, and kitchen printer. If you process $10,000 or more in credit card processing volume, we guarantee approval; you don’t have to pay cash up front for the hardware.
This would be a complete system that measures inventory, menus, etc. Don’t make the mistake of saying, “Well, I am really happy with the cash register I have and don’t want to switch.” If you need help on selecting a system, make sure you visit www.transactionexpert.com. Fill out the form to have a local expert come to your business and discuss your options.
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