Key Tips to Increasing Employee Productivity It’s been a tough few years for small businesses. Government lockdowns that disproportionately affected small businesses, erratic quarantine and contact tracing policies, global supply chain issues, and customers who are just as frustrated by it all as you are have led to a challenging work environment for retail workers.…
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Finding the Best Point of Sale System for Grocery Stores When It’s Time to Upgrade People will always need to buy groceries, even in more challenging economic times. In 2021, the US grocery market reached $758.5 billion, and the industry has more than doubled in size since 1992. US grocery stores average 29-30 million shoppers…
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Grocers and supermarkets carry staples that customers are always looking for. But how do you stand out among local competitors? This advantage can be achieved by providing trending products before your competitors do. Whether you are seeking seasonal updates or just trying to target early adopters among millennials and Gen Z shoppers, knowing where…
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If you’ve found yourself thinking about your supermarket POS system a lot lately, that might not be such a good sign. As a grocer, you have a lot on your plate, whether you’re worrying about late deliveries or if the latest batch of salmon will meet the “sell by” date. So if your grocery…
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The Retailer’s Guide to Liquidating Inventory For Maximum Profit Inventory is one of the cornerstones of any retail business. It’s also a retailer’s single biggest expense, and managing it efficiently is crucial for success. The March 2022 manufacturing and trade statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau reveal that for every dollar a retail business makes…
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What’s in a number? No, we’re not talking about your age, numerology, your lucky number, or even your favorite player’s jersey. We are talking about inventory. Auto-Star has been developing inventory management systems for over 30 years. From pharmacies to supermarkets, our customers all across North America see the benefit of using software solutions…
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4 Habits of Successful POS Value-Added Resellers The current economic landscape is not for the faint-at-heart. Businesses in every sector have had to weather supply chain issues, product and labor shortages, and other problems. As a result, many have been seeking new revenue streams to shore up their operations and improve their bottom line.…
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Top Takeaways from the 2022 National Grocers Association (NGA) Show The National Grocers Association recently held their 2022 NGA Show at Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas. This event saw nearly a 20% increase of independent grocers, wholesalers, industry executives and technology providers from across North America. The in-person trade show was one…
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3 Types of POS Reporting Your Pharmacy Should be Running Running a pharmacy requires a lot of work; a constant juggling act forces pharmacists and other employees to balance caring for patients and managing business operations. That’s a lot for any team to manage, which is why it’s crucial to find a point of…
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A Deep Dive into The POS Technology Trends of 2022 and The Future of Retail The new year has arrived, and 2022 has more and more retailers asking themselves what kind of technology they should invest in. Our experts have reviewed industry trends and upcoming challenges and provided insight on how retailers can get ahead…
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