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When Is It Time to Upgrade Your Butcher Shop POS System?
The first sign you have outgrown your POS is rarely a broken register. More often, it shows up in the small workarounds that become part…
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RetailNOW 2026 Recap: What Happens in Vegas Sparks the Future of Retail Technology
Auto-Star was proud to attend RSPA RetailNOW 2026 in Las Vegas, where the retail IT channel came together to explore new technology, strengthen partnerships, and…
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Maximizing ROI with a Pharmacy POS System: Why the Front Shop Matters
Ask most Canadian pharmacy owners where their profit comes from, and they will likely point to the dispensary. Ask their accountant, and you may get…
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How Independent Grocers Can Promote Domestic Goods
Across North America, tariff activity, trade uncertainty, and shifting foreign policy are putting pressure on grocery costs, supplier relationships, and shopper expectations. At the same…
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The Modern Smoke Shop POS: Is Your Store Keeping Up?
Smoke shops, cigar retailers, and vape stores are no longer simple checkout-and-shelf operations. Today’s specialty retailers are managing more product categories, more detailed inventory, more…
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AI Trends in Retail POS Technology
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming one of the most important innovations in retail POS (Point of Sale) technology. In fact, the Global Artificial Intelligence in…
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Pharmasave Conference and Trade Show 2026
The Pharmasave Conference & Trade Show 2026 transformed the Metro Toronto Convention Centre into a hub for pharmacy innovation, technology, and industry connection. The event…
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8112 Coupons with nData: The Incoming Wave of Universal Digital Coupons
The retail industry is currently navigating a momentous transition as the long-awaited AI (8112) Universal Digital Coupons (UDCs) shift from experimental pilot programs into full-scale…
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Grocery Checkout Regulations in 2026: Navigating Compliance, Shrink & Basket Pressure
U.S. grocery retailers face mounting pressures in 2026 as grocery checkout regulations evolve across payments, staffing, and loss prevention. Federal SNAP/EBT program expansions may require…
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