POS Executive Commentary
-
So Many Things Have To Go Right, It’ll Probably Never Happen
1/6/2017
When I became an ISV a little over 19 years ago, it was an exciting time to be in point of sale. DOS was starting to give way to Windows, creating many opportunities for clever guys like myself. I had realized several years earlier this shift would occur and used it to my advantage, creating a fully Windows-based POS before most companies had embraced the fact Windows wasn’t going away. Because the traditional competitors who had comprehensive DOS products had to essentially start from scratch, a level playing field was created in which a one-man operation had a fighting chance against established players.
-
What The Internet Of Things Really Means For Retail
1/6/2017
At the NRF BIG Show this January, we guarantee you won’t be able to swing your show bag in a circle without hitting a vendor touting its IoT (Internet of Things)-enabled widget. The IoT has quickly moved from a futuristic concept to a worn-out buzzword in the retail industry — so quickly, in fact, many merchants haven’t had the time to fully grasp what the IoT is, much less why its important to the future of retail.
-
5 Considerations To Make When Selecting A Retail System
12/26/2016
In my last 26 years of working in the retail IT industry, I have often had to explain the similarities and differences between small and large retailers’ software and hardware requirements when looking for a store management solution. By Afshin Alikhani
-
Women In The Channel: Can Women Make It To The Top?
12/8/2016
Like most women who have been in the channel for many years, Theresa Caragol, Principal at TCC Consulting & AchieveUnite, began her career at the first link of the channel food chain and worked her way up. Her story is a familiar one for numerous women in the channel. This is the second of a four-part series; click here for part one.
-
To Become A Successful VAR, Do These 3 Things
12/7/2016
To ensure they are getting both what they want and need when purchasing POS systems, merchants often turn to VARs for assistance as a VAR brings superior experience and expertise, as well-being as a single point of contact for questions, assistance, and maintenance. Because, let’s face it: a merchant is never looking to just purchase a POS system. Businesses require an entire sales system — equipment, processing, and a gateway — as well as what can be multiple integrations to make them all work together.
-
Commitment To Partnership
11/11/2016
The payments industry is changing incredibly fast. Every day brings more complexity, new products and emerging players. Now more than ever, it is important to choose a payments partner wisely.
-
The EMV Experts — Moneris Leading The Way In Data Security
11/11/2016
As a provider of payment processing solutions, we are active in helping lead the industry discussion on data security.
-
VIP Account Program Helps Build Stronger Portfolios And Displace The Competition
11/11/2016
All of us in the Payments/POS industry enjoy the low attrition that comes with POS systems. This stickiness is thanks to the integral role that these systems play for the business.
-
Explosion In POS Software Means Opportunity For Developers
11/11/2016
Merchants are moving away from stand-alone payment systems and looking for a more comprehensive business solution. Smart POS systems amass valuable information about customers, purchase patterns, inventory, and staff. Integrated systems offer a distinct competitive advantage, which is why merchants are flocking to smart devices. As hardware and software become more affordable and cloud-based solutions grow, stand-alone payment systems are quickly becoming obsolete.
-
ISV IQ Live! Takeaways
10/17/2016
Last week, I attended ISV IQ Live! hosted by Business Solutions Magazine. It was truly a fantastic event. Even though I attended as a guest speaker on a panel at the conference, I arrived in Philadelphia eager to gain constructive insight on the various business topics shared by industry veterans that I could exercise as CEO of a software development firm.