Retail

Read the Latest Technology Review:
IBM POS TCO White Paper [PDF]

The purpose of this paper is to Understand the Total Cost of Ownership in Building an Advanced Store Systems Business Case.

"ScanSource makes it easy for me to do business. I rely on them for just-in-time inventory, free shipping and speedy delivery. When I order a product by 5 pm, it arrives by 8 am the next day. And ScanSource sales representatives are the best available, with strong knowledge of the products they sell as well as vertical markets and the industry as a whole. As good as ScanSource’s pricing is, the price of their products is secondary to the exceptional service they provide."

Dan Alipaz
President
East Bay Cash Register
Oakland, Californi

NEW PRODUCT HIGHTLIGHT
New entry-level models of the IBM AnyPlace family complement the AnyPlace Kiosk™ product.

The AnyPlace family is an off-the-shelf product designed specially for long life in harsh, public environments and able to fit nearly anywhere.

Created to withstand the rigors of unattended use, each new 381-mm (15-in) model features a space-saving form factor, an infrared (IR) touch screen, and multiple options for adding peripherals and third-party
enclosures.

For more information contact your ScanSource sales representative.

FEATURED SCANSOURCE IBM ISV'S

Retail Pro
Retail Pro pulls core retail data and data gathered at point of sale which drives a retailer's business and provides valuable information at your fingertips. A retailer needs to respond quickly and Retail Pro's reporting provide insight into all aspects of a retail business, generating information you want to see quickly.

Torex
Torex has 20 years’ experience of working in partnership with the world’s most forward-thinking retail, hospitality, and petroleum and convenience brands to excite, engage and retain their customers. Over 7,000 customers worldwide depend on our best-in-class business and technology solutions and knowledgeable industry experts to help them identify, define and deliver a more personal and qualitative experience for each customer, and to maximize profitability, increase ROI and achieve competitive advantage.

Maitre’ D
Maitre’D POS solutions can help you streamline your operations, whether you’re running a bar, a dining room, or a take-out counter. Maitre’D users can count on superior POS reliability and state-of-the-art technologies as we strive to meet emerging needs and surpass your expectations.

POSitouch
Point of Sale software and hardware systems from POSitouch are the hospitality industry's leading (POS) application for Restaurant Table Service, Quick Service, Hotels, Country Clubs, Delivery and Stadiums/Arena use. This Windows based, open architecture software is incredibly easy to use, maintain and expand.

RETAIL VERTICAL

Specialty retailers compete in a market where consumers expect deeper selections, more compelling store environments, and expert service. Where the competition includes online retailers, department stores with exclusive brands, mass merchants and discount stores. Where consumer spending can be volatile and the economic outlook remains unclear.

So how can specialty retailers respond?
You can create a shopping experience that redefines selection, style and service. You can turn your employees into instant experts on any product. You can insist on higher uptime. And you can take an integrated approach to technology, choosing solutions that link every store to the enterprise and can grow and change with your business.

IBM SurePOS 300
Save your budget. Save space. Save the planet.

The IBM SurePOS™ 300 Series delivers highly efficient technology and advanced power management for quick and appreciable ROI. The planet-friendly POS sets new standards for mid-market retailers who need an energy-efficient and versatile POS that quickly drives down costs and helps position them for long-term survival.

IBM SurePOS 700
The premier POS solution for on demand retail.

With processor speeds up to 3.0 GHz and Intel technology, the IBM SurePOS 700 Series delivers the speed and power to help specialty retailers support e-business, drive customer relationship management (CRM), accelerate training and captivate customers. It offers a range of choices in speed, size, color and connectivity, and runs IBM 4690 OS, Linux, Microsoft Windows and IBM PC DOS 2000.

IBM SurePOS 100
All-in-one, value, energy-saving performance.

Entry-level POS system has a space-saving design that eliminates the need for complex integration. Its innovative, low-Power Architecture™ is eco-friendly, while providing exceptional performance and value.

IBM Kiosk
Revolutionize the customer experience and influence decisions as they happen.

IBM self check-out systems and kiosks can help put information at your customer's fingertips, deliver expanded product assortments and ensure fast self-service, all while reducing your labor and training costs.

IBM Printers
Fast, high-quality thermal receipt printing for specialty and many other retailers.

These fast, quiet, high-quality thermal receipt printers help retailers reduce transaction times, customize receipts with marketing messages, and maximize POS uptime.

POS vs PCCD [PDF]
Total Cost Of Ownership POS and PCCD Solutions [PDF]