Boost Your Sales with Integrated eCommerce Platforms In today’s dynamic retail landscape, integrating point of sale (POS) systems with eCommerce platforms has become a vital strategy for business growth. The General Store POS exemplifies this synergy by offering an integrated retail eCommerce solution that caters to the evolving habits of buyers and the demands of…
Save Time and Streamline Operations With EDI for Retail The conventional method of manually ordering and receiving products from vendors is a time-consuming and tedious process vulnerable to errors. Retailers are all too familiar with contacting their sales representatives to place inventory orders via phone or email. In contrast, tech-savvy retailers have adopted Electronic Data…
Simplify the Process of Selling Alcohol Online Today’s consumers expect convenience. Virtually any retail good is now available online at the click of a button. It comes as no surprise that customers are purchasing more online and that the liquor, wine, and beer industries were no expectation. In addition, the alcoholic beverage industry is growing…
Increase Retail Sales This Holiday Season This holiday season in the retail industry is as unpredictable as ever. Holiday retail sales are forecasted to increase from last year, though the expected growth is lower than usual and will likely be driven by inflation. With the trends and economic factors impacting holiday shopping, small businesses must…
Benefits of a SaaS POS System for Retailers A common misconception when implementing a SaaS (software as a service) POS (point of sale) solution is that it means ditching existing current systems entirely, making it a significant undertaking. However, switching to a SaaS POS system can be as simple and seamless as your retail business…
SaaS POS vs. Traditional POS Systems One of the most essential pieces of any retail store is the point of sale (POS) system. It’s the heart of your operation, tracking inventory to payments and practically everything in between. So when deciding what POS system to use, it’s essential to understand what tools and features you…
The Latest Updates to Benefit Your Retail Business From the Windows 10 Update to Android Mobile POS It’s no secret that the past year has forced many retailers to reconsider their retail business operations and uproot many of their traditional plans. Many of them rushed to move their stores online, create safe in-store spaces, and…
4 Ways to Stand Out as a Value-Added Reseller Returning to normal after the pandemic isn’t going to be as easy as it sounds for businesses. In fact, “normal” is likely to be different than ever before. Throughout this transition, businesses such as retailers and restaurants will be seeking guidance from partners who can help…
3 Reasons Your Store Should Already Have a Tobacco Scan Data Incentive Program Convenience stores rely heavily on their sales of tobacco products, yet many miss out on opportunities to grow their sales and offer special discounts to customers. This can be done by integrating scan data into existing POS systems and enrolling in…
5 Reasons Why Power BI is the Best Option for Your Business Analytics The 2020 pandemic proved just how fast business could change and the importance of quickly and efficiently monitoring your enterprise. This is why The General Store has partnered with Microsoft to bring Power BI integration to our customers. Power BI…