POS question
What features should a POS have?
Short answer
A good POS should include: product catalog with prices, barcode scanning, fast checkout, automatic inventory updates, searchable sales history, receipts, and reliable performance on your device. Offline mode and transparent pricing are strong extras for small shops.
More detail
Skip feature lists you will not use in year one—multi-warehouse logistics matters later, not on opening day.
Test scanning speed with your actual product labels during a quiet hour.
Related questions
- Do I need customer loyalty in POS?
- Helpful later; core operations need accurate sales and stock first.
- Do I need accounting built in?
- Some businesses want ERP integration; many small shops export totals and use a separate accountant.