POS (Point of Sale) Fundamentals

· Touch Screen Software

· Optimised for both normal screen size (4:3) and wide screen formats

· Platform independent software (runs on Windows, Mac, Linux)

· Software runs on hand-held terminals (PDA’s, Mobile Phones, tablet PC’s)

· Scaleable database architecture (unlimited database records and users)

· IP based network connectivity allowing flexible locations of terminals & printers

· Client server implementation allows unlimited number of terminals/screens

· Unlimited number of cash drawers accommodated

· Unlimited number of printers accommodated

· Uses latest web application technology

· Reporting module included with comprehensive reports built in

· Permission-based access protecting parts of the system from certain users

· System updates applied automatically

· Epson TM-T70 thermal printers supplied as standard

· Industry standard cash drawers supplied

· Plug 'n' Play architecture/Hardware agnostic - Can use any combination of hardware (Epson, Posiflex, IBM, etc.,) based on user choice

Program Features

· Intuitive interface with fully configurable menu structure

· Colour-coded buttons for ease of use

· Cart is displayed on screen when in Order mode

· Ergonomic design including left-handed and right-handed screen layouts

· Intelligent printing of items

· Compatible with bar code readers

· Additional items added to the cart are printed to the relevant printer

· Re-print functionality is available

· Search functionality is built in – based on various search criteria (table number, reference etc.)

· User-configurable product options with or without price adjustments

· Flavours / variations per product with or without price adjustments

· Print different products to different printers (e.g. drinks to the bar and food to the kitchen)

· Bill print functionality

· Accept payments with different payment modes (cash, cheque, card, vouchers, on account)

· Customised for food takeaway and delivery businesses

· Eat in, collection, delivery can print different information on printouts

· Delivery driver accounting built in allowing collection of money at the end of the driver’s shift

· Reconciliation based on cash drawer

· Option to lock screen after each order or automatic time-out

· Auto-save orders if not fully completed

· Food courses can be specified providing clear information to the kitchen about Starters, main Course etc.

· Fast, reliable printing

· System allows for multiple price lists, e.g. takeaway prices, eat in prices etc.

· Price lists configurable at customer level

· POS screens can be accessed remotely from anywhere in the world, allowing potential for call centre usage

· Cost price of goods can be entered at item level allowing reporting of profits by item, product category, time-period etc.

· Send messages to the kitchen or other printer/s

· Record expenses paid from cash in the till

· Floating servers - An order started on one terminal can be completed on any other terminal.

· Configurable Discounts (Ex: 10% discount on Collection, 15% discount for Gold card subscription)

· Complete audit log, tracking of voided orders, etc.,

· Centralised web-based reporting

· No need to upgrade each of the terminals in case of a system upgrade. Only the server needs to be upgraded.

Reporting Module

· Sophisticated reporting module allows all data to be reported according to user requirements

· Built-in reports are comprehensive

· Reports can be emailed manually or automatically

· Reports can be accessed remotely with web access

· Access to reports is password protected

Ecommerce Module

· System can be configured to act as an ecommerce engine as well

· Sophisticated processing allowing for collection & delivery methods

· Shifts can be configured to show business open times (for collection) and delivery service availability

· Delivery service can be limited to countries, regions, post codes

· Different shipping/delivery charges configurable depending on delivery address

· Items can be restricted depending on delivery address

· Items can be made visible in the ecommerce website

· Menu layout can be different for the website

· Prices can be different for the website

· Stock availability can be shown or hidden

· Payment gateway integration supplied

· Ecommerce website can be integrated with an existing website

· Ecommerce transactions can be amalgamated with internal transactions for accurate stock reporting and consolidation of reports

Implementation & Support

· Full end to end service offered

· Full on-site training is provided (4 hours)

· Network cabling can be arranged or carried out by us

· Menu and price list/s configured ready for immediate use

· Printouts configured according to requirements

· Remote support built in allowing fast resolution of issues arising

· Consumables supplied by us at competitive prices

· Annual maintenance contract covers hardware and software. First year is free.

· 24 hour hardware swap out available

· Data backup service can be provided