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Should I choose a
software package that was designed specifically for my industry?
How much does a Point of Sale
System cost?
How will I know how to choose the
right Point of Sale System?
Should I buy the hardware or the
software first?
How does ABS systems and software
make you more money?
How can ABS systems and software
help me run my business more efficiently?
Is my store too small to benefit
from a POS system?
What is PCI DSS and why is it so
important?
Q. Should I choose a software package that was designed
specifically for my industry?
Answer: Not necessarily. Our restaurant management software is
being implemented at many "non-restaurant locations, such as
Frabricland. While there are many industry-specific software
packages available, many of them don't offer all of the features
available in a general point of sale software package. Ask
yourself what features you need now and in the future. Do you
want a customer loyalty program? Do you need faster credit card
authorizations over the Internet?
Q. How much does a POS system cost?
Answer: Like buying a car, it just depends on what you want.
What features do you need? How fast do you want it to go? Should
you purchase an extended warranty? The more features you want,
the more your POS system will cost. A single-user software
license can cost between $795 and $2,500. Do you need new POS
terminals? Add $1,000 to $3,000 per workstation. What about
tablets, cash drawers, and printers? Extended warranties can add
$200 per year, but are worth it if your workstation ever goes
down.
Before you buy any point of sale system, do the research or chat
with out of our Expert Advisors. Choosing the wrong POS system
can cost you thousands. You'll quickly find out that our
software is the most affordable and yields the best ROI in the
industry.
Q. There are so many different POS systems out there. How
will I know how to choose the right one?
Answer: First and foremost, take the time to understand the
specific needs of your restaurant, bar or entertainment complex.
Establish your total technology budget. If necessary, break it
down into the things you need this year and things that can wait
until next year. Find reputable technology companies with years
of expertise in the restaurant industry. Ask for references and call
them. Many customers are happy to talk about their business
challenges.
Consider all factors, such as restaurant software, technical
support, service after the sale, point of sale hardware, and
integration with accounting packages or other business software
you use. Learn more about how to choose the right bundle of
hardware and software for your business.
Q. Should I buy the point of sale hardware or the software
first?
Answer: The single biggest mistake restaurateurs make when
choosing a new POS system is buying the point of sale hardware
before the restaurant software. The software you choose to run
your business or franchise may not be compatible with your new
point of sale hardware. Not all scanners, weight scales, or card
readers will work with all restaurant software packages. Buying both
the point of sale hardware and software from the same vendor can
reduce or eliminate compatibility issues and can often reduce
your overall technology costs.
Q. How will ABS Software help me make more money?
Answer: ABS Software can help you increase your profits in many
ways. Quicker, more reliable checkouts mean less manpower is
needed. Sales reports allow you to maximize you inventory levels
and control costs. Built-in loyalty programs encourage higher
ticket averages and repeat business from your customers. And if
you are
Talk, chat or contact an ABS POS Expert Advisor for about other
ways a POS system can generate new income, reduce costs, manage
an entire franchise give you more of your time.
Q. How can an ABS Software help me run my business more
efficiently?
Answer: A great POS system includes software that increases your
efficiency by eliminating unnecessary work. Instead of using
separate systems for your inventory, mail order, ecommerce, and
wholesale divisions, choose one restaurant software package that
can manage your entire business. Choose an ABS Restaurant POS system that
increases your speed of service with faster ticket entry,
on-the-fly data entry, and data-driven lookups.
Q. Is my store too small to benefit from a POS system?
Answer: More than likely, you can't afford not to have a point
of sale system. ABS POS systems come in all sizes and are
designed to fit businesses of any size—from single location
mom-and-pop shops to the mega-chains with thousands of
locations.
Distinguish your wants from your needs, and talk to some
technology vendors. You'll find all your software solutions for
your point of sale that meets your needs—and your budget!
Thank you for reading our general FAQ on point of sale. If you
have any other questions, feel free to start a chat, call or
explore the rest of our site.
Q. What is PCI DSS and why is it so important?
Answer: PCI DSS, or Payment Card Industry Data Security
Standards, is a strict set of standards designed to protect the
cardholder's data from credit card fraud and misuse. The PCI
Security Standards Council is an organization dedicated to the
development and implementation of security standards for
protecting credit card data. PCI Data Security Standards are
developed and implemented by a collaborative effort from
American Express, Discover Financial Services, JCB, MasterCard
Worldwide, and Visa International.
If your software isn't compliant with PCI DSS, you may be
subject to hefty fines. It's critical that you choose
PCI-compliant software that will protect your customers' credit
card information as well as your business.