Are Tablet POS systems going to replace cash registers and POS

The trend in the POS industry is going with tablets like the iPad or an Android tablet. I think the jury is still out on whether this trend will be sustained or not, however it is currently a hot market in Seattle.

There are a couple problems that arise with some Tablet POS systems we have come across and even replaced with a more traditional POS system like Digital Dining or a SAM4s cash register. The problem in most every case is because the majority of Tablet systems seem to be cloud based instead of being in-house. Being cloud based has pros and cons and you need to decide what is important for you.

I personally recently went to a small cup cake bakery to buy cupcakes for my children. The bakery had a very nice looking Tablet POS system, however I don't know the brand they were using. During check out their internet connection was lost and they could not accept my credit card payment. I offered cash for payment but because the cloud was not available this cloud based tablet POS system could not even open the drawer to accept cash and make change. Yes you heard correctly the store could not even open the cash drawer as it was dependent on the internet. The shop keeper was embarrassed because he could not sell anything and they had not created a crash kit with a calculator, pencil and receipt book. I could tell this was not the first time this had happened to him.

Most tablet POS systems also require a monthly fee instead of out right purchase or even worse that you use a specific merchant services and they are charging you more then another company might.

So what is the solution? Well the Tabby POS system from SAM4s is a self contained Tablet system. You get all the great features of a Tablet system without the huge cost and being at the whim of you internet connection.

For more information call us at 1-800-863-2274 and if you are in Washington State specifically the Seattle Tacoma area we can arrange to meet with you for a full demonstration on the Tabby POS system

Help with programming your cash register

If you need help with your cash register we may be able to assist you. Our company specializes in commercial cash register sales and support. Our main line is SAM4s, however we also sell Sharp and Casio as well.

We have technicians on staff that can help you program your sales tax rates, taxable status of departments or PLU's, integrating credit card payments, bar code scanners and more.

If you have a SAM4s register we support the following list and others

• ER-265M
• ER-285M
• SPS-320
• SPS-340
• SPS-345
• ER-380
• ER-380M
• ER-390M
• SPS-520F
• SPS-520R
• SPS-530F
• SPS-530R
• ER-600
• ER-650
• ER-650R
• ER-920
• ER-925
• ER-940
• ER-945
• SPS-2000
• ER-4900
• ER-4915
• ER-4940
• ER-5100
• ER-5140
• ER-5200
• ER-5200M
• ER-5215
• ER-5215M
• ER-5240
• ER-5240M
• ER-6500
• ER-6540
• ER-6500II
• ER-6540II
• ER-7000
• ER-7040II
• Tabby

If you don't see your SAM4s model on the list we probably still support it.

Sharp on the other hand is more difficult. We support all of the commercial models like for example

• ER-A247
• ER-A320
• ER-A330
• ER-A347
• ER-A410
• ER-A420
• ER-A520
• ER-A530
• UP-600
• UP-700

However if you model number begins with XE we can't help you. The EX line is a consumer line sold by big box stores. The best thing to do with an XE model is take it back to the store where you bought it.

So if you need help give us a call at 1-800-863-2274 We charge for support and have a couple different support packages.

What does the SAM4s Tabby mean to the traditional cash register?

 

 

The SAM4s Tabby runs on any browser capable device regardless of operating system, including PCs, mobile devices or tablets. Because the SAM4s Tabby is not cloud based you will find it much more dependable then other tablet POS systems.

The SAM4s Tabby provides features similar to those found on sophisticated SAM4s electronic cash registers. Operation is simple; tablet savvy operators can be trained in minutes. The Tabby is also very easy to upgrade allowing your system to stay up to date with cutting edge features.

Program maintenance on the SAM4s Tabby is simple and intuitive. Add items or change prices in just a few touches from either the item option screens or from the item database.

The Tabby is affordable and powerful. Don't sign up for other systems that trap you into monthly payments or a particular credit card provider. The Tabby allows you to have the freedom to purchase the system and use the merchant services you would like.

The SAM4s Tabby POS software for the iPad and Android tablets

The SAM4s Tabby POS system is a unique system that operates on standard tablets and the iPad but is not cloud based. Most of the tablet and iPad POS systems on the market are cloud based and you pay a monthly subscription rather then pay for it, which results in a much higher cost to operate. With the SAM4s Tabby you own it and you can use over the counter hand held portable devices from Android or iPad to operate your POS.

The SAM4s Tabby is brought to you by the same company that makes the country's best cash registers and they brought that experience into making the finest tablet POS system on the market.

One huge advantage of the Tabby system is scalability and potential growth . Because the Tabby is upgradable and not hardware dependent your system will always be able to be upgraded to have the latest and greatest features and functions in both hardware and software.

The SAM4s Tabby has not yet been released however is coming soon. For more details call us at 1-800-863-2274