Point of Sale Systems

Target Since 1902 Target was Founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1902, the Target Corporation is one of the largest discount retailers in the United States and third largest in the world (based on sales). The company primarily generates most of its revenue from its U.S. division. However on January 22, 2011, Target expanded into Canada and as of the...

Following the Hilton Point of Sale Breach, which took place last month, Hyatt Hotels announced this week their systems had been compromised. The company did not disclose what had been stolen but stated, upon discovering the malicious malware an investigation was launched. Hyatt worlwide, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, has 627 properties in 52 countries. Only the 318 managed by Hyatt...

Why is another reason POS Technical Support Needed?  Here are some hints: 1. Dairy Queen - Backoffice malware attacks customer data at 395 stores. 2. P.F. Chang’s - Credit and debit card information had been compromised at 33 restaurants, dating back to October 2013. 3. Michaels Stores -  About 3 million customer debit and credit cards were acknowledged stolen by...

Modern day internet technology provides businesses with resources, which are often free like social media, to advertise and bolster revenue. The use of such outlets has helped and transformed the restaurant industry. With little resources, restaurants can expand their marketing budget and raise profits. The Huffingtonpost.com provides these four tips to maxamize the opportunities of today's internet age: 1. Revamp...

A Point of Sale (POS) systems is a key component for many industries, including frozen yogurt, grocery markets and bakeries. POS systems are needed to operate and sell items efficiently, which is an important aspect of service industries. It is more evident how necessary POS systems are in operations where delivery and weight integration is needed to perform transactions Generally...

Although using your debit or credit card wherever you may be is convenient, you become vulnerable to hackers. Using your card to complete transactions puts users at risk of identity theft. Always try to avoid using your card at these seven places to prevent a hacker from obtaining valuable information. Online Shopping The most important aspect of online shopping is...

TripAdvisor's narrowed down the the top ten restaurants and states for the tastiest finger licking BBQ across America Judging was based on restaurants with more than 100 reviews, quality of reviews, and volume of reviews. Furthermore the taste of menu items was also taken into consideration. Chains with more than ten locations were excluded. These are the top 10 BBQ...

Earlier this month L.A city council approved a draft increasing minimum wage to fifteen dollars by 2020. The measure was scheduled for final approval Friday. The wage hike would phase the current $9 dollar minimum wage to 15 in the ensuing years. Businesses with less than 25 employees were given an extra year to increase wage. Prior to the approval...

Taco Bell announced last week, one of the brands new locations in Chicago has applied for a liquor license. Based in Irvine, California, the 6,500 unit chain is looking to increase with smaller urban venues. The Chicago location will be the first urban prototype. Locations will be roughly have the size of normal 3,000 square-foot restaurants. Evidently  new stores will...

Founded in 1776, San Francisco has flourished to become a center of culture. On almost every corner you will find unique mom and pop restaurants, bars, or markets offering cuisine and produce from all over the world. Fueled by a cultural shift the Bay Area has been able to achieve unparalleled ways of doing business. A tradition that has been...

Sintel Systems is excited to once again join the festivities of Restaurant Week  in Pasadena. Pasadena restaurant week will begin April 26 until May 1, featuring twenty eight of Pasadena's popular restaurants, which include: 1. A/K/A Bistro 2. Bar 1886 at The Raymond Restaurant 3. Bistro 45 4. Bookside Golf Club Restaurant 5. Celestino Ristorante 6. Central Park Restaurant 7...

For many reasons retailers across the nation , like Starbucks Coffee, are upgrading their POS systems. Needed upgrades including Windows 7 (Microsoft stopped supporting Windows XP in 2014), new upcoming EMV requirements, and aging systems are the prevailing reason. POS replacements are needed in 2015 and the years to come. One of the most prevalent boxes was the battery back...

Restaurant Startup, hosted by Joe Bastianich and Tim Love, said farewell to its second successful season March 17 on CNBC. Filled with mayhem, madness, and some prosperity for its contenders, the ten episode season (listed below) showed viewers what it takes to succeed in the culinary world. 1. Visions of Vietnam 2. The Comeback Cook 3.Young Hustlers 4. Seconds, Please...

The volatile issues of payments and payment security have consumers, financial institutions, retailers and security professionals all wondering how to make shopping more secure. Security professionals are admitting that today, when you make a purchase, the way you make that purchase — in person, over the phone, online — can determine just how secure your transaction will be. "One in...

New York City will play host to over 450 top franchise brands at the International Franchise Expo from June 19-21, 2014, where individuals may gather to meet hundreds of full-time and part-time franchise opportunities in every industry and investment level. The confab takes place at the Javits Center at 36th and 11th Avenue in Manhattan. Just as we happily share...

Not exactly a ringing endorsement of the upcoming work week: According to a recent poll conducted by Monster.com, nearly 60 percent of Americans say they get the Sunday Night Blues "really bad."  In a recent post titled "New Study – Why People Who Run Franchises Are Happier," FranchiseHelp.com asks, "So what happened to Sundays?" Their answer is, "In short, as...

Along with our customers, we're buoyed by news that Americans, having emerged from winter hibernation, have relaxed their purse strings at quick service retailers. In a recent blog post, "Report: Consumer Spending at Quick Serves Grew in April," QSRMagazine.com points to analysis by First Data Corporation which compared year-over-year sales data for April, 2014.  FDC's SpendTrend report tracks same-store POS...

Creating and nurturing customer loyalty is a worthy goal for any business. So what's up with loyalty lately among franchises? In their recent post, "Loyalty Deserves Rewards: Create a Rewards Program That Suits You (And The Customer!)," Franchising.com's Jack Mackey offers a round-up of some of the latest thinking he shared with participants at a discussion group on loyalty. Just...

Bloomberg news is reporting that the recent infamous data breach was the last straw for Target Corp. Chief Executive Officer Gregg Steinhafel. As the only full-service POS provider — from software development to franchise incubator to ongoing support — part of Sintel's commitment to our customers and business community is to share relevant ideas and industry information. Here are some...

Payroll giant ADP has released its National Franchise Report which claims that U.S. franchise employment added 25,060 jobs in October — a figure substantially greater than in recent months. We at Sintel found this of particular interest due to the momentum we've witnessed in the retail and restaurant franchise sector, a major area of our point of sale (POS) expertise...

We're guessing that not many froyo franchisers keep their fingers on the pulse of Glamour magazine's dictated "Dos and Don’ts." But then, Glamour doesn't usually cover a subject of such great interest: advice on froyo portion and cost control. So what's the froyo "fashion"? We turn to a recent Glamour.com post entitled "Healthy Eating: The Dos and Don’ts of Frozen...

New York City is a relentless trend-setting megalopolis with many eateries that seem to change their appearance every year or two. We spotted a roundup of hot interior design trends for 2013 in Big Apple restaurants and cafes at NYCeiling.com. High demand for eco-friendliness and sustainability means more green spaces around town. The trend has been around for some time...

Just as we happily share our vast point of sale (POS) experience and expertise with startup owners in order to help them make the best decisions from the very beginning, we at Sintel Systems are happy to share articles and commentary about the retail franchise market. Forbes.com sees five factors that make a difference to influence franchise success. We'll call...

Today's potential franchise entrepreneurs may feel cursed for being incapable of forecasting the future. Is this the right time to make a career change? Is fear keeping your future on hold? As the only full-service POS provider, from software development to our unparalleled ongoing support, we at Sintel Systems see a lot of folks looking to make a mid-life career...

Considering a mid-life career change instead of retirement? Consider franchising, a decision numerous baby boomers have made, which is fueling a franchise boom. Boomer demographics continue to influence the workplace and small business investment. Take as an example a recent blog post at WirelessZONE on baby boomers choosing the "new retirement." WirelessZONE has seen an unabated trend in baby boomers...