POS Systems and Your Candy Store2 min read

Candy stores have risen in popularity in recent years, especially with the introduction of stylish boutiques like Dylan’s Candy Bar. Opening a candy store can be a good choice since they have relatively low overhead, are easy to manage and have a built-in audience.

Candy stores pose special considerations for choosing a point-of-sale system. You’ll need a system that fits your budget, meets the needs of your space, and offers the functionality you need. Here’s what you need to know about choosing POS systems for your candy store:

Pricing

Candy stores can be very profitable, but you’ll need to keep your overhead as low as possible when you’re just starting out. After all, you won’t be making huge sales on each transaction. A traditional register can cost as much as $10,000 to $20,000. However, an iPad POS system can cost you around $1,000 or so, depending on the system you choose. With an iPad POS system, you can purchase multiple units to increase the effectiveness of your customer service.

Mobility

With a candy store, you can experiment with your store layout and customer flow. You don’t have to create a traditional checkout line. You can have a little fun. If you opt for a traditional cash register, you’ll have to root it to one place, which will limit your options. If you use an iPad POS, you can set up stations throughout your store or even provide sales associates with individual units so they can wander the store and check out customers wherever they are.

The iPad POS system can also free you up to sell at community events and festivals.

Features

You will manage a large and diverse inventory when you run a candy store. It is important that you find a POS system that can handle your inventory. The iPad POS can handle thousands of items of inventory, not only for payment processing but also for inventory management. The iPad POS can monitor inventory levels to keep your stock where it needs to be for maximum profitability.

Your point-of-sale system is an important piece of equipment for your candy store. Make sure you make the right choice by thinking through these and other criteria. In most cases, an iPad POS system is the superior choice because it is more affordable, has the features you need and allows for mobility.