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The retail industry is undergoing a major shift, similar to what happened with traditional media. With the rise of streaming services and on-demand content, consumers are no longer tied to appointment TV, radio, and print schedules. Instead,they can access the content they want, when they want, and on any device. This same trend is now happening in retail.

In the past, retailers dictated when and how customers could shop. Stores had specific opening hours, and customers had to physically visit the store to make a purchase. However, with the growth of e-commerce, consumers can now shop online 24/7. This gives them greater flexibility and convenience, and it’s forcing retailers to adapt.

Tower Systems argues that retailers who fail to embrace this shift will miss out on a huge opportunity. By offering online shopping, retailers can reach a wider audience and sell to customers who may not be able to visit their physical store.Additionally, online shopping can provide valuable data about customer behavior, which can be used to improve the overall customer experience.

If you’re a retailer, it’s important to consider how you can adapt to this changing landscape. One option is to create a website or online store where customers can browse and purchase your products. You can also use social media to connect with customers and promote your business.

Ultimately, the key to success in the retail industry is to put the customer first. By offering convenience, flexibility, and a great shopping experience, you can attract and retain customers in today’s competitive market.

This transformation is not just about the shift from physical to digital stores. It’s also about creating a seamless omnichannel experience. Consumers expect to be able to shop anytime, anywhere, and on any device. They want to research products online, then try them on in-store, and potentially purchase them through their mobile phone. Retailers must integrate their online and offline channels to meet these evolving expectations. This includes offering services like click-and-collect, buy online, pick-up in-store, and returns to physical stores. Tower Systems can help with this.

Smart POS software and other tech is enabling new retail models. Subscription boxes, personalised recommendations, and augmented reality shopping experiences are becoming increasingly common. These innovations are changing the way consumers discover and purchase products. Retailers must stay ahead of the curve by adopting new technologies and experimenting with different retail formats. Ultimately, the future of retail belongs to those who can create engaging and evolving customer experiences across all touch points.

Naturally, as an Australian POS software company, we advocate for the success of Australian businesses over international competitors. This is particularly relevant when considering the tax implications for everyday Australians. However, this article focuses on the broader benefits of Australian-made POS software for local retail businesses and the wider community.

Software is essentially a narrative tool for retail businesses. It helps them craft and communicate their brand story.Australian businesses often have a unique story to tell, and Australian-made software is specifically designed to effectively convey this. Overseas software, while potentially functional, may lack the nuanced understanding of the Australian retail landscape.

Our POS software helps local Aussie businesses pitch local.

Australia’s retail sector, particularly small businesses, has distinct characteristics. A large, multinational software company may not prioritise the specific needs of a $300,000 to $500,000 turnover business. In contrast, a locally focused company like Tower Systems specialises in supporting this segment and understands the importance of personal service.

Transparency and accessibility are crucial. Tower Systems offers direct access to our leadership team, a rarity in the POS software industry, especially among larger international companies.

The retail industry is constantly evolving, and these changes vary between countries. Australian retailers require software solutions tailored to their unique challenges and opportunities.

By choosing a local software provider, retailers contribute to the development of local skills and expertise. Australian software companies offer valuable real-world experience for programmers. Moreover, supporting local businesses helps to maintain essential government services funded by Australian taxes.

Ultimately, the decision to use Australian-made software is a reflection of a business’s commitment to supporting the local community. While Tower Systems specialises in specific retail niches, we respect the diverse needs of the industry. We offer our expertise where it aligns with a business’s goals and always provide honest recommendations.

By investing in Australian-made software, retailers contribute to the growth of the local economy, support job creation,and ultimately enhance their ability to compete and thrive in the Australian market.

We are proud to be an Australian POS software company supporting Australian retailers.

With a deep-rooted understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by Australian businesses, we offer tailored solutions that empower our clients to thrive. Our focus on specialty retail, combined with our dedication to exceptional customer service and ongoing software development, sets us apart. By choosing Tower Systems, retailers not only invest in their business’s success but also contribute to the strength of the Australian economy.  

We are grateful for the new customers won at the Melbourne Gift Fair over the last four days and the many existing customers we got to chat with.

Our stand was part of the Reed Gift Fair. There is also the lesser known AGHA Gift Fair.

As the only POS software company with a stand we made the most of the opportunity, talking with retailers keen to consider other software, retailers keen for more modern software.

Being at trade shows like the Reed Gift Fair demonstrates a commitment to the retailers who attend and to the suppliers exhibiting at the fair. Most are important groups to a POS software business like ours.

Each year we are surprised that other POS software companies don’t support the trade show by taking a stand and making themselves available to customers and sales prospects.

This year on our stand at Reed Gift Fair we demonstrated:

• Cloud based POS solution.
• Retail business insights dashboard.
• POS software self checkout for small business retail.
• Smart loyalty tools.
• How to convert from other POS software.

We had a great time over the four busy days. The trade show ended yesterday.

As retailers ourselves we use this and other trade shows as opportunities to discover new products. We look at the trade show from multiple perspectives. We’re unique like that.

We have a deep understanding of the Australian retail landscape. We’ve been proudly serving local businesses for years, and our software is tailored specifically to their needs.

From managing complex inventory to streamlining sales, we’ve got you covered. Our POS system is more than just a cash register; it’s a powerful tool designed to help you make informed decisions, increase sales, and build customer loyalty. With features like advanced reporting, integrated loyalty programs, and seamless integration with other business systems, Tower Systems empowers you to take control of your business.   

The Reed Gift Fair in Melbourne was terrific. We are grateful for the opportunity to actively participate from our stand at the trade show as well as at the range of supplier engagement opportunities presented at the fair.

Now we get ready for our next trade show, which is in three weeks time.

Retailer Roam is another tool in our Tower Systems POS software solution suite. It is cloud based POS software that lets retailers work where needed: on the road, at a market, in a pop-up shop, from a truck, from home, while at a supplier warehouse.

This is truly portable POS software. We have customers using it at local markets, in pop-up shops and from trucks on the road all day selling.

It is cloud based POS software. In the cloud, and working when net access is not available.

This is POS software for businesses on the move. Transact anywhere, any time.

Retailer Roam is available to all Tower Systems POS software customers. This is a proven solution bringing flexibility and remote access to retail businesses in ways that serve their portable and flexible POS software access needs.

The latest version, out now, is even more comprehensive and beneficial.

Behind the scenes, seamlessly, data is synchronised in 3 phases in serving of the needs of our retail business customers. Here is how this happens:

1. Phase One is an initial transfer that contains the base stock. This is done on start-up. It sets Retailer Roam up to be able to sell.
2. Phase Two is to receive product updates – on hand levels or pricing changes.
3. Phase Three is to send sales and customer, inventory and sales data to Retailer. Sales data is identified by each Roam terminal, allowing you to view the terminal sales.

Sales (Phase 3) will be stored in a ‘Queue’ on the device, which will be cleared periodically to sync sales with the Roam server (and then sent to Retailer). There is an option to force a sale to be sent to Retailer again (incase it was missed for whatever reason).

Retailer Roam can work where there is no internet access, making the storage and sharing of data back to the base of the business flexible and accurate to the needs of the business.

Retailer Roam offers retailers on the go a range of facilities including…

• Cash/EFTPOS Sales
• Invoice Sales
• Create a LayBy
• Sell stock with Serial Numbers
• Loyalty Point Redemption & Acrrual
• Customised POS Screens
• Variants
• Refunds
• Basic End of Shift
• Stocktaking
• Re-ordering
• Integrated EFTPOS

Retailer Roam is a solution for retail businesses that need to be able to conduct business on the go, from a variety of situations, from multiple terminals of iPads at once. It is easy to use and secure in service of the needs of retail businesses.