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Insights and Expertise

How modern POS physically walking the store aisles. Mobile applications
change this dynamic entirely by enabling remote inventory
apps allow retailers tracking.

When an item runs low, owners can receive automated
to manage stores alerts and execute restocking orders directly through
connected distributors via their mobile devices. This
ensures shelves remain fully stocked without the owner
from anywhere ever needing to step foot in the stockroom.

Fix errors on the spot
Operational mistakes, such as items scanning with
incorrect prices or descriptions during a busy rush, are
inevitable. In the past, correcting these issues required a
trip back to the store to access the back-office computer.

Modern mobile POS apps include advanced pricebook
features that allow owners to resolve these issues instantly
from anywhere. Using a smartphone camera, an owner
By Elie Y. Katz can scan an item and immediately update its details, or
National Retail Solutions manually edit pricing and departmental categorization
from home.
wning an independent retail store is high-
ly rewarding, but the daily commitment Furthermore, remote management of employee
often leaves proprietors feeling trapped. permissions ensures that the appropriate staff members
O Traditionally, owners are the first to arrive maintain access to necessary register functions while the
in the morning and the last to leave at night. Even dur- owner is away.
ing family dinners or rare weekend getaways, the mental
burden remains tethered to the shop floor. Persistent wor- Drive sales with remote promotions
ries about staff productivity, customer satisfaction and
inventory deliveries can make it feel impossible to take Beyond just monitoring daily operations, modern mobile
true time off. POS applications empower owners to actively grow
their business from afar. Through integrated customer
For years, running a successful retail business required relationship management (CRM) tools, retailers can
a physical presence behind the counter. However, the systematically capture customer information and track
landscape has fundamentally shifted. Store owners purchase history without standing at the register.
no longer need to live at their stores to ensure effective
management. Advancements in point-of-sale (POS) In addition, owners can use their mobile apps to instantly
technology now allow owners to reclaim their freedom add or edit storewide discounts and deploy personalized
by placing entire store management systems directly onto promotions to help their customers save money. This means
mobile devices. By leveraging these mobile solutions, a proprietor sitting in an airport terminal or relaxing on a
businesses can run smoothly without confining the owner beach can launch a targeted flash sale to drive foot traffic,
to four physical walls. ensuring the business continues to thrive and engage its
community even in their absence.
Instant peace of mind
Technology is designed to simplify business operations,
The most significant hurdle to stepping away is often not complicate them. Mobile store management lets
the anxiety of the unknown. Owners frequently wonder hardworking retail owners step away from the daily grind
whether sales volume is declining or whether cashier errors without sacrificing oversight or control. After investing
are occurring at the register. Mobile POS applications immense effort into building a business, owners deserve
eliminate this guesswork by providing real-time access to tools that allow them to finally enjoy the rewards of their
sales statistics and analytics. labor.

Whether an owner is waiting in a school pickup line or Elie Y. Katz is founder, president and CEO at National Retail Solutions
sitting by a pool, a quick glance at a smartphone reveals (NRS), https://nrsplus.com. NRS empowers independent retailers to
exactly how the store is performing in that exact moment. manage their business on their own terms with modern, mobile-ready
POS systems. To learn more about securing a POS system that travels
Manage inventory from anywhere seamlessly with the merchant, call 833-289-2767 to consult with a spe-
Running out of popular items directly translates into cialist or visit the NRS website. To reach Elie, phone him at 201-715-5179
lost revenue. Historically, identifying low stock required or send an email to ekatz@nrsplus.com.

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