by Ben | Jan 21, 2026 | Beer Store POS, Fireworks POS, Inventory Management, Inventory Management Software, Pet Store POS, Point of Sale Software
Retail shrinkage, the loss of inventory from theft, error, or damage, impacts profitability. For specialty retailers, such as beer distributors, fireworks stores, and multi-location pet supply chains, these losses can erode margins. Implementing retail loss prevention...
by Ben | Jan 20, 2026 | Credit Cards, Point of Sale Software
To start accepting credit cards, you need a way to capture payment information (like a terminal or online checkout), a payment processor to handle the transaction, and a merchant account where the money can be deposited. Most modern solutions, like an all-in-one...
by Ben | Jan 19, 2026 | Beer Store POS, Fireworks POS, Pet Store POS, Point of Sale Software
Trying to run a store where your cash register and your warehouse stock list are in two different buildings is a recipe for disaster. Every time you make a sale, someone has to run a note over to the warehouse to update the count. It sounds impractical, but...
by Beth | Jan 19, 2026 | Gift Cards, Pet Store POS, Point of Sale Software
Gift cards are a win-win for pet stores. Customers love giving them—they’re perfect for new pet owners, holidays, birthdays, and “just because” gifts for fellow pet lovers. For your business, gift cards mean guaranteed revenue, new customer...
by Beth | Jan 19, 2026 | Credit Cards, Pet Store POS, Point of Sale Software
Walk into many independent pet stores and you’ll see two pieces of equipment on the counter: a POS terminal and a separate credit card machine. Every transaction requires the cashier to ring up the sale on one device, then manually enter the amount on another...
by Beth | Jan 19, 2026 | Pet Store POS, Point of Sale Software
Pet ownership is a long-term commitment, which means pet parents need supplies regularly—sometimes weekly or monthly. Unlike impulse purchases, pet products create natural repeat business. The question is: how do you ensure those repeat customers choose your store...
