subject: EPOS Touch Screen by:Alan Wisdom [print this page] EPOS system is a computer based system with a monitor or screen for the casher to perform the tasks. The system performs the tasks like scanning barcodes, adding up totals etc with the help of the software within.
EPOS systems are now available with touch screen instead of keyboard. The system is fully electronic and every function is accessible by simply touching the screen. In a touch screen buttons are displayed virtually on the screen with the help of the software. The screen has a special layer with sensors. The sensor can detect pressure when it is exerted. The software tells the screen what to display.
The system is more widely used instead of a standard monitor as it looks smatter and has a lot more functions. These systems are now used in shops, pubs and most places that have a checkout system. The customers can also use the system by themselves.
To many users touch screens are more intuitive and faster to use than keyboards and it interfaces increase sales-throughput, minimize transaction times and improve customer service. Touch screens are mostly sleek, flat-panel LCDs. They cost more in comparison with traditional computer monitors but they are smart-looking, compact, cheaper to run and reliable. Avoid using touch overlay screens that fit on ordinary monitors because this type of screen has a tendency to fail.
Benefits of EPOS Touch Screen System
* It produces accurate stock report.
* It can link the shop owners with all the areas of the business.
* It is easy, quick and accurate to entry the sales.
* It produces clear management reports.
* The system can identify the best selling and also the slow moving items.
* It is a fully expandable system.
* An intelligent touch screen system can provide complete data security.
Software for EPOS Touch Screen Software
Software is the main component of an EPOS touch screen system. All the software doesnt work same. It is important to examine the packages before buying the software. To buy a software make it clear that what type of software you really need. Choose one that is easy to operate so everyone will know how to operate the system.
Features of EPOS Software
* able to operate the cash drawer
* record sold items and prices
* able to book stock "In and Out"
* able to transmit data to various business locations
* keep a tally of VAT
* can calculate the users running purchase total
* produce the customer receipt at point of sale
* note any void or return transactions
* show the relevant dates
* display the methods of payment
* record discounts
* produce basic accounting and stock reports
* show the sales made by each staff member
* track everything that is done over the POS system
* provide full report on sales transaction, refunds, stock purchases, stock levels, cash vs. card payments taken
* flag the products with their location for easy identification
* minimum stock level values will be held and if an item reaches this threshold will be alerted on screen on the till
These are the main features of EPOS software. While looking for software make sure the software is containing all the features that you are needed.
