StoreHub currently stocks the following barcode scanners: SUNLUX XL-3200 2D Scanner and Socket Mobile S700 Barcode Scanner, the price ranges between RM480 – RM1,200+.A point of sale system is a solution that is comprised of both software and hardware to centralize all the business operations in a retail store. 2D (two-dimensional) barcode scanner – able to scan and read QR codes and barcodes with dots, patterns, and shapes like squares or rectangles.1D (one-dimensional) barcode scanner – only able to read linear, horizontal barcodes (traditional UPC barcode).It works best for businesses like retail and supermarkets. Using a barcode scanner helps you speed up your checkout process and keeps accurate track of all your inventory. ScannerĪ POS barcode scanner/barcode reader reads printed barcodes on products and sends the data to your POS terminal.Ī barcode will usually include product information, SKU number, and so on.
Receipt printers StoreHub offers are the STAR TSP143III Bluetooth Receipt Printer, STAR TSP143III LAN Receipt Printer, and the XPRINTER Thermal Printer. Bluetooth receipt printer (connects to POS terminal via wireless bluetooth, good for printing receipts on-the-go).LAN receipt printer (stable, connects to your wireless router via ethernet).Thermal printer (fast, quiet, and most commonly used).Some basic receipt printers you should know are: Some F&B businesses also use kitchen printers in the kitchen or at the bar to print order tickets. This helps both you and your customers keep track of your transactions. It’s used in retail, F&B, or service-type businesses to print receipts and credit card slips. Receipt printerĪ receipt printer is an important part of your point of sale system. This helps reduce the potential for in-house theft. Only give your store manager access to the cash drawer key so that you limit access of the cash drawer to all your employees. It’s important for you to keep your cash drawer locked after your shift closes. When you finish up a sales transaction, your receipt printer sends a signal to your cash drawer, triggering it to open, so you can store your money and give change. It helps organise and provide security for your valuables. as well as to manage stock, employees, and customer data.Ī cash drawer is your treasure chest, which stores all your precious valuables – cash, coins, cheques, and even receipts if you want to.TIP: Don’t use it for other reasons like to surf the Internet. This may open you to computer viruses, which may compromise your entire system. More sophisticated POS machines come with software like StoreHub that even allows you to manage your inventory, staff, and customers – all in one system! You use this hardware to basically record sales transaction and print receipts. It’s also known as a cash register or POS machine. It’s basically the computer that runs your POS system software. This is the biggest component of your POS or point of sale system. Let’s check out the breakdown of types of POS system hardware that you need to get to run your small retail or restaurant business. Now that you’ve chosen a point of sale system for your retail or F&B business, what pos hardware do you need to run it properly?