Increase Retail Sales This Holiday Season This holiday season in the retail industry is as unpredictable as ever. Holiday retail sales are forecasted to increase from last year, though the expected growth is lower than usual and will likely be driven by inflation. With the trends and economic factors impacting holiday shopping, small businesses must…
Is Zero-Cost Credit Card Processing Really Free? The growing adoption of mobile and digital payments in recent years reflects our steady migration to a cashless economy. With consumers increasingly choosing electronic and digital payment methods in stores and online, credit, debit, and prepaid card checkouts surged to $9.4 trillion in 2021, according to the Nilson…
Benefits of a SaaS POS System for Retailers A common misconception when implementing a SaaS (software as a service) POS (point of sale) solution is that it means ditching existing current systems entirely, making it a significant undertaking. However, switching to a SaaS POS system can be as simple and seamless as your retail business…
SaaS POS vs. Traditional POS Systems One of the most essential pieces of any retail store is the point of sale (POS) system. It’s the heart of your operation, tracking inventory to payments and practically everything in between. So when deciding what POS system to use, it’s essential to understand what tools and features you…
Three Customer Marketing Tactics For Retail Stores Whether you are just opening a retail store or have been running a business for years, you know customers are what keep your doors open. It’s common for retailers to focus on earning new customers, but having a loyal customer base is crucial for your retail business. The…
3 Reasons Your Store Should Already Have a Tobacco Scan Data Incentive Program Convenience stores rely heavily on their sales of tobacco products, yet many miss out on opportunities to grow their sales and offer special discounts to customers. This can be done by integrating scan data into existing POS systems and enrolling in…
5 Reasons Why Power BI is the Best Option for Your Business Analytics The 2020 pandemic proved just how fast business could change and the importance of quickly and efficiently monitoring your enterprise. This is why The General Store has partnered with Microsoft to bring Power BI integration to our customers. Power BI…
Pros and Cons of Cloud-Based POS Systems in Retail It’s no secret that across the retail industry your point of sale (POS) system is the workhorse of your technology solutions. Not only does it help you and your operations complete sales, it can also help you better track inventory and manage your employees’ time, just…
Top Retail Trends to Watch in 2020 A new year is an exciting time for many organizations and 2020 is no different. However, the start of a new decade means a new era is about to begin across the retail industry. In fact, total global retail sales are projected to reach nearly $28 trillion by…
Tablet Mode POS The General Store has a new tablet mode POS interface. It is perfect for any Windows PC or Windows tablet running Windows 7 Professional or higher. To learn more, take a look at the video…. See more features….