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First, What is POS?
Cloud-based POS systems are becoming increasingly popular among merchants allowing them to provide transactions that may occur in person or online and with receipts generated either in print or electronically.
Why POS with Shopify?
Cloud-based POS systems are becoming increasingly popular among merchants allowing them to provide transactions that may occur in person or online and with receipts generated either in print or electronically.
With its omni-channel commerce approach, integration with Shopify’s POS system is free with Basic and Advanced Plans, and provide users with 4 essential components that allow merchants to sell to their customers everywhere.
If you are not familiar with Shopify, well, Shopify is an e-commerce platform that allows individuals and businesses to create their own online stores and sell products or services online.
The platform provides a variety of features, integrations and tools to help businesses manage their online store, including website design templates, payment processing, shipping and fulfillment, inventory management, and marketing tools.
Shopify also offers a wide range of third-party apps and integrations to extend the functionality of the platform. Shopify is one of the most popular e-commerce platforms in the world, with over a million businesses using it to sell online.
How can POS (Point of Sale) systems enhance your performance?
When a customer pays for goods or services at a point of sale, sales taxes are payable, and can be configured to be handled by the POS system in place.
Shopify’s POS (Point of Sale) is a mobile app and hardware system that enables businesses to sell their products in-person, as well as online. The app can be downloaded onto a mobile device or tablet, and when paired with compatible hardware (such as card readers and barcode scanners), it turns the device into a fully-functional point of sale system.
With Shopify POS, businesses can process transactions, manage their inventory, and track their sales and customer data in real-time. They can also access their online store and product catalog, which allows them to also easily add products to an order, and process payments using a range of payment options, including credit cards, debit cards, and gift cards.
Shopify POS is particularly useful for businesses that have a physical storefront, as it allows merchants to seamlessly integrate their in-person and online sales channels.
The system is also designed to be easy to use and intuitive, making it a popular choice for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
The 4 essential components that allow merchants to sell to their customers everywhere:
1. Shopify’s Admin
Imagine a central hub that serves as a control center for merchants to efficiently manage every aspect of their business.
This hub enables merchants to oversee various critical areas of their business operations such as products, staff, payments, orders/fulfillment, and analytics.
In addition, this hub empowers merchants to take control of their sales strategy by allowing them to sell their products via multiple channels, including their website, social media platforms, online marketplaces, and even their brick-and-mortar store using Shopify Point of Sale.
By leveraging this hub, merchants can easily manage their inventory, staff, and customer orders with great ease and efficiency. This allows them to focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences while driving growth and profitability. Furthermore, this hub provides a comprehensive set of analytics tools to help merchants gain valuable insights into their business operations and make informed decisions.
2. Shopify’s Point of Sale App
After a users set-up their admin, merchants are required to download the Shopify POS application on all devices intended for in-store use. Once logged in, the POS app synchronizes instantly with the merchant’s admin. The app automatically displays all customers, staff, orders, discounts, and products assigned to their point of sale.
This seamless integration of the Shopify POS app with the merchant’s admin enables easy and efficient management of sales transactions. The app’s intuitive interface provides a comprehensive overview of all in-store activities, enabling merchants to make informed decisions in real-time.
Ultimately, the Shopify POS app is a must-have for merchants who seek to streamline their in-store operations. Its ability to sync with the merchant’s admin and display all necessary information at a glance saves time and improves overall efficiency.
3. Shopify Hardware
The Shopify POS app offers a seamless connection with Shopify’s card readers and other compatible accessories. This makes it convenient for merchants to manage their business transactions effectively.
At the Shopify Hardware store, merchants can find an extensive range of hardware solutions, including payment hardware, barcode scanners, cash drawers, receipt printers, and many more. These products are tailored to meet the unique needs of merchants operating in different countries. Therefore, Shopify has created a hardware store specific to each country where it operates.
Merchants who acquire the necessary hardware from the Shopify Hardware store can easily use Shopify Payments to accept transactions. This provides a convenient and efficient way to process payments, ensuring that merchants can focus on growing their business.
If you’re looking to purchase Shopify POS hardware, you can check out the Shopify Hardware Store, which is available in certain countries. By purchasing from this store, you can be sure that you’re getting the right hardware to meet your business needs.
In conclusion, Shopify offers a range of high-quality hardware solutions that can help merchants manage their business transactions efficiently. To get started, please visit the Shopify Hardware store specific to your country.
4. Shopify Payments
Shopify Payments is an integrated payment service that works seamlessly with Shopify POS, eliminating the need for any duplication or payment reconciliation.
With Shopify Payments, merchants can enjoy the convenience of not having to pay any additional setup or sign-up fees that would typically be required with third-party payment providers.
The rates for both online and in-person transactions are predetermined based on the Shopify plan that the merchant has subscribed to.
Moreover, all transaction and order data is automatically tracked and recorded in the merchant’s admin panel, providing them with an efficient and streamlined approach to managing their cash flow and keeping track of payouts.
The use of Shopify Payments is available in select countries, which can be viewed in the list provided here.
Although merchants have the option to use third-party payment providers for in-store sales, any transactions conducted through external terminals will need to be manually reconciled with Shopify POS.
Shopify Payments by Country
Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Czechia Finland France Germany Hong Kong SAR Ireland Italy Japan Netherlands New Zealand Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom United States