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Q: How much money am I looking to spend on a POS system?
A: The one thing we always tell clients is that you dont want to cut costs on the system that is collecting payments for your business. Even for a new system you will most likely spend between $3,000 - $4,000 per terminal - with CCS the more terminals you purchase the more discounts we will apply.
Q: With so many POS resellers, how do I know I am getting the right POS system?
A: The most important thing when purchasing a POS system is to find out what your needs are. If you talk to the sales representative, if they dont give you straight answers to your questions and they are pushing you to buy, thats your queue to hang up or leave the meeting. Make sure that the system you are buying has easy set up and tech support for at least 30 days of receiving your system.
Q: Should I buy the POS hardware or software first?
A: Software first!! Not all hardware is compatible with point of sale software. Usually if you talk to a software manufacturer, they can sell you hardware at wholesale prices while you have purchased your software.
Q: How will POS systems help me make more money?
A: The most noticeable benefit is the checkout process is much faster, which will reduce long lines and reduce the amount of manpower necessary. The sales reports will allow you to maximize inventory levels and control costs. Implementing built-in loyalty programs cut costs on printing cards and creates repeat business from customers.
Q: Is point of sale software easy to learn to use?
A: Yes, not only is reversing mistakes much easier, but you will have a detailed transaction record of any mistakes. Majority of software manufacturers will have a way to train staff and managers, either online videos or 24/7 tech support.
Q: If my Internet goes down, can the clerks continue ringing up sales?
A: YES - there is an option to allow for offline transactions, there are several benefits to this option as well. Benefits like less chance of fraud with an offline system, also you can track income better because offline income is yours to keep (online transactions require money available for returns).
Q: Can I lease a POS system? Is it wise?
A: YES! It all depends on your budget, but leasing can allow you to keep funds liquid in case you will need it for other purchases. There are sizable tax benefits to leasing, you can write off each payment which ends up becoming large amounts over time. Also if you have a seasonal business, leasing is a better option.
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If you are reading this, youre probably at the point where you need to start planning the layout of the space. Décor of your retail space is usually one of the last things in the overall scheme of starting a business. Recently business consultants have been talking about the importance of the look and feel of your shop. It can drastically change the customer experience and be a large factor in whether people decide to come back or not.
Most frozen yogurt shops have a modern, clean, science lab sort of look with light pink and green colors. These colors seem to work best because the original position of frozen yogurt craze is that its healthier than ice cream or other dessert options. The main color being green, which is commonly known as the universal color sign representing money, nature, safety, life and well being. The clean, lab setting, also gives off a similar notion of being healthier and Lab Approved.
A large number of frozen yogurt shops are doing well with those basics, but thats what they are
basics. Adding more gives each customer a greater more valuable experience, which is the key to creating a loyal customer.
Unique and easy to understand layout
5 most commonly used tips for frozen yogurt shop décor:
Ample seating inside and outside If there isnt enough seating for customers, they are likely to go to another location nearby or leave. Any way that you can keep customers at your location longer the better your chances are of gaining loyalty and providing more of an experience.
FREE WiFi So many retail businesses have adopted this, such as coffee shops, to give people a reason to stay there. The more time people spend at your shop the higher the probability that they will spend more money.
A wall for customers to write comments Keeping your customers engaged during their experience gives them a sense of importance and expertise. If you can make your customers feel important and smarter than you, you have got them. Any way that you can provide a better experience you can be sure that your customers will come back.
Simple and compact check out process Majority of frozen yogurt shops have implemented a point of sale system that is an extremely simple and uncomplicated solution for frozen yogurt shops. This system is great for keeping a modern, simplified tech savvy check out process.
Create a character/mascot and use it as decor for the frozen yogurt shop This is perfect for adding to what you can offer customers. Not only can you create more profit with them, but you can create brand recognition with your location/ franchise. Kids love to collect action figures, this has been a successful marketing strategy for fast food locations all over the world. Using the merchandise as décor keeps the items in front of customers while they mix together their treat. It is especially profitable if you start selling special spoons and cups enhancing their frozen yogurt experience at YOUR shop!
Contact Café Cartel Systems to get more information on point of sales solutions 866-973-8099.
A frozen yogurt shop like every other retail business has a constant battle to keep people coming in. Most retailers also realized that majority of traditional marketing doesnt apply to this particular business model. So how are you supposed to get people to your location?
Talking to our frozen yogurt clients we have compiled a list of promotions that has helped them gain customers and loyalty.
* During a holiday season or a special day, host a contest for customers to guess the weight of their frozen yogurt cup and get it free.
- Always boosts traffic into the store.
- Making sure they guess the exact weight, allows you to give customers a chance without giving away all your frozen yogurt for the day.
* Post a recipe menu and a place for customers add new recipes
- When customers get involved it allows that to feel important and eager to participate.
- There is always another recipe to keep customers coming back.
- Have customers rate it and give out small prizes to the wining recipe.
* Open your own kids activity place
- Mini Golf, Batting Cage, Arcade, Go Cart Racing, etc.
- Customers that spend more time at your establishment, in turn spend more money.
- If you cant expand your business, select a location next door or near by.
* Host a charity drive for a local non-profit, school or boy/ girl scouts groups
- Each group will make arrangements with the charity.
- The groups will manage of all the marketing and outreach.
- Any community service creates positive local image for your business, which will become loyalty.
*Provide discounts to community sports teams during their season
- Creates a positive image for your business in the community
- Sports teams have 3 months to redeem discounts, which will give time to gain loyalty - after the season you have sealed their business at REGULAR PRICE
- Who doesnt want frozen yogurt after running around for a few hours?
Just remember that anything that allows customers to get something for FREE or win something, will drive people into your shop.
Call Cafe Cartel Systems for your point of sale solutions 866-973-8099.
When working in the food service industry simply building your client base is not enough, getting them to come back again and again is the crucial part. After choosing the type of business and location, you definitely can't follow your customer. So you need to motivate them to come to you? You probably want to make sure that even when competition opens in your area, you can keep your customers coming to you.
Loyalty has been a key marketing tool in retail for years. It's taken off because of the growth of companies like Groupon and Living Social. So many frozen yogurt businesses have implemented at least one loyalty program for their customers
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When looking into open a new shop or location, everyone knows that there are so many things to consider. Things like type of space, location, neighborhood competitors, lease negotiation, parking and so on. Those of you who have been there know that "so on" can be an endless list.
Majority of retail shop owners will say location is the most important. For example, if you are a flower shop that is 5 miles outside of town you will undoubtedly need more marketing/ promotion than a shop that is next to the only local grocery store in town. In addition to that, you just never know how your marketing solutions will turn out
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Inventory Control of Self Serve Frozen Yogurt
Have you wondered about maintaining inventory control in your self serve frozen yogurt store? It's probably the most sought after feature in the industry. How can a computer system keep track of inventory, when you don't know what you are selling
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Medical Marijuana System for California Released | New for 2011!
Cafe Cartel Systems, releases it's newest solution in the for Medical Marijuana in California. the All in One embedded solution is even easier to setup
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September 15th 2010 01:44
How to Protect your Patient Data at your Medical Marijuana Dispensary | The Right POS Software
A primary concern to many Collectives and Dispensaries is the privacy and protected nature of their patients history with the collective. When a patient signs up with your collective or dispensary, they put their hands in your hands. Your hands should be tightly clenched. The data should be kept prying eyes, from internet security issues and from data corruption
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CCS POS will be at the Hempcon in Los Angeles. Our last two conventions were a success. We brought new dispensaries on board with our products, got a lot of good feedback, good information and great ideas from our customers.
Featuring the Indica 3200 Series POS
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POS Software | Cannabis Convention San Jose | Los Angeles
Coming to the convention in San Jose or Los Angeles? Check out Cafe Cartel Systems, the Point of Sale Leader in Medical Marijuana Dispensaries. We have many locations in California, Colorado and soon Oregon
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