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MediaOne POS has grown to be one of the leading providers of Point-of-Sale and eCommerce IT solutions, products, and services in Singapore. We offer a full range of POS hardware, software, and peripherals from market leaders such as Micros / Oracle, Radiant Systems, Verifone, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3, and much more.
We provide Point of Sale systems for convenience stores, grocery stores, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, taverns, and any brick & mortar location that needs a quick cash register solution. Our experienced team of POS technicians can set up and configure your system quickly — and our continued support means you get to focus on your business instead of worrying about technicalities.
We also offer comprehensive eCommerce IT solutions and services (including custom-built shopping carts and company websites). We can help you establish an online presence that facilitates real-time sales and immediate order fulfilment.
MediaOne POS offers more than a place to purchase Point of Sale hardware. We provide IT services, top-notch support, and expert installation – all at a fair price.
We work hard to ensure our clients are 100% satisfied with their new Point of Sale systems. We have extensive experience in all retail types, from convenience stores and supermarkets to restaurants, bars, and taverns. We offer competitive, fixed prices and guaranteed turnaround times.
Our mission is to bring you the latest in Point of Sales and Ecommerce IT solutions, so let us know what you need, and we’ll do our very best to help.
Because every business is different, MediaOne offers a range of POS services to meet specific business needs.
Our services include:
Point of Sale Services (POS installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance services): You can depend on us to quickly set up and configure your system. We’ll get you started with the basics, then provide continued remote and on-site support.
Retail POS Systems: We offer a full range of cash registers, POS hardware, and software solutions for every type of retail location. Whether you’re operating a convenience store or supermarket, looking to open a new restaurant, bar, or tavern, or simply want a reliable cash register solution for your retail location, we can help.
POS IT Services: Our experienced team can help you establish an online presence with our comprehensive eCommerce IT solutions, including custom shopping carts, company websites, and online payment processing. With years of experience in retailing and development, we can help you get your small business online and start taking advantage of the latest business opportunities.
Secure Retail Software: Our cutting-edge Point of Sale software is secure, so you can take comfort in knowing your data is protected. And because the software solutions are designed to be compatible across multiple platforms, it’s easy for us to install on any computer platform needed, including Windows Vista Business, XP Professional, Windows 7, and even Mac OS X.
We offer both on-site repairs and mail-in service for all POS equipment, including printers, monitors, cash drawers, scales, barcode scanners, and more.
Customer Support: We believe in providing outstanding support to our clients. Just reach out to us for help with installation, configuration, or network issues – our experienced team of technicians will be glad to accord you the necessary support.
Every modern business needs a Point of Sale (POS) system to make electronic transactions quick and easy. Whether you’re looking to open a new restaurant, bar, supermarket, or cleaning services or simply want a reliable cash register solution for your retail location, the right POS system can help streamline operations and boost sales.
Our goal at MediaOne is to help you get the most out of your Point-of-Sale system. For this, we create tailor-fit POS solutions to meet your specific business needs.
At MediaOne, we believe in the power of establishing a long-lasting, meaningful relationship with our clients. We value the trust you place in us and make it our mission to provide outstanding products, services, and support. We are proud to provide the best in retail technology, POS systems, IT services, and more.
Set up an online store using our custom eCommerce solution. With this complete system, you can begin accepting orders immediately without any need for additional development work.
Your website will be SEO-friendly to help attract more visitors, while shopping carts are built to accommodate all major credit cards and online payment services.
Make it easy to manage your products, inventory, and orders — including order tracking and email notifications about new orders or out-of-stock items. Our site builder makes it simple to add pages and update information without having any technical expertise.
The right Point of Sale solution can help boost sales and improve customer experience. Our POS software has been designed for maximum user-friendliness, while the hardware we offer is known for its reliability, durability, and flexibility.
With a POS system from MediaOne, you’ll get fast transaction speeds and easy product management. The software is also built to run on all major devices, including smartphones, tablets, and laptops. With an intuitive interface that works for all skill levels, our PCPOS system significantly reduces training time.
Check our website for more information about our Point-of-Sale hardware, software, eCommerce solutions, IT services, and support. You can also contact us today for a free consultation from one of our experts or schedule an in-store appointment with a sales associate.
If you’re looking for reliable Point of Sale or Ecommerce IT solutions in Singapore, feel free to contact us today. Our friendly staff is waiting to hear from you.
You’ve probably seen cashiers at the supermarket swiping debit cards fast, pressing buttons on expensive-looking machines connected to the cash register. You might even have heard of somebody getting paid through one of these machines—to you, this all might seem magical.
POS stands for Point of Sale. It’s an electronic terminal that allows sellers (like your local supermarket) to process multiple forms of payment from customers—cash, cheques, debit, credit cards—and track inventory.
Some POS systems are even capable of accepting mobile credit payments. All of this is done with the push of a button, so you don’t have to wait for anything to be processed by a cashier or an employee.
The history of POS can be traced back to 1879 when James Ritty first invented the cash register.
IBM introduced the first POS system (in the 1970s). Two of its earliest users were the Dillard’s Departments Stores in California and Pathmark supermarkets in New Jersey and New York.
At the time, most retail establishments were still using the old-fashioned cash registers, with a few using electronic cash registers, which were essentially nothing more than a typewriter combined with a calculator.
It didn’t take long before IBM’s POS system caught the eyes of other retailers and manufacturers and was soon rolled out to various supermarkets and departmental stores worldwide. The rest is history: nowadays, most stores use POS systems to process payments more efficiently and keep track of their inventory.
In recent years, different types of POS have been introduced to the market, so it can be a bit overwhelming trying to figure out which one is best for your business. Here are a few examples:
With mobile payments on the rise, retailers operating on a shoestring budget no longer have to purchase a physical POS system with a cash register. Instead, they can opt for a smartphone app that allows them to create an inventory list, accept credit/debit card payments, and process customer orders.
A POS app with basic features is always free, but a paid one with more advanced features ranges from $30 to $150 a month.
Square POS | PayPal Zettle | Lightspeed | Shopify |
Free | Free | It starts at $30/month | Free with Shopify’s e-commerce plan |
Processing fees 2.6% +10 cents | Processing fees 2.69% +10 cents | Processing fees 2.69% + 10 cents | Processing fees 2.9% + 30 cents |
Suitable for new and small businesses with a limited budget | Ideal for businesses with a mobile customer base or small businesses with simple POS needs | Ideal for retailers who want to process credit/debit card payments and track inventory | Suitable for retailers who want to have their own POS app on a Shopify store |
Designed to be used on the customer’s side, mPOS systems allow users to swipe and process credit cards. Since they’re compact and designed for mobile use, they’re easy to carry around, making them an excellent option for retailers servicing customers on the go.
User-friendly: Designed so that all you have to do is swipe a credit card or scan a barcode. All processes are done from the customer’s side, so they don’t have to worry about inputting any information.
Intuitive: These systems are so easy to use. All you have to do is open the application, connect it to a mobile device, and you’re ready to process payments. Retailers don’t have to go through an elaborate installation or setup process.
Small and Compact: Perfect for small businesses with a mobile customer base or retailers who want to process credit card payments on the go.
Require an Internet Connection: These systems are only compatible with wireless internet, so retailers will need to make sure they meet certain requirements.
Limited Features and Capabilities: Limited in customization and the number of payment options it allows.
Compatibility Issues: Not all mobile devices are compatible with mPOS systems
mPOS System Work Best with Retailers who want to process credit card payments on the go or small businesses with limited space.
They tend to work best with:
A few mPOS systems have no software fee, but most of them tend to cost about $60/month
Clover | Square Terminal | Vend |
Clover mPOS system tends to work best with restaurants, bars, or businesses with a variety of proprietary hardware configured to accept payments from the sales floor or right where the customer is sited or standing. | Square Terminal is the latest in handheld register hardware that has Square’s POS app pre-programmed on it, along with a built-in card reader and receipt printer. It can be used as a countertop or on the go for line busting, table-side sales service at events like concerts and sporting games where there’s no physical cashier nearby. | A mobile POS for retailers, the Vend is a revolutionary way to run your business. The iPad-based software works with an inventory app that can also be used on smartphones and tablets to provide salesfloor assistance from anywhere at any time. |
Start at $9.95 per month
The hardware ranges from $99 to $499 but might vary depending on the vendor |
POS Cost:
Hardware: $299
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Starting at $119 per month
Operates on iPad |
Processing Fee starts at 2.7% +$0.10 for Register Lite| 2.3% + $0.10 for Register | Processing Fees: 2.6% + $0.10 | Doesn’t Feature a processing functionality |
Touch Screen POS: Touch screen POS systems are an all-in-one solution. They come with a built-in printer, scanner, cash drawer, and more. These systems accept credit card payments through swiping, manually keying in the credit card number, or by running the sales on terminal apps integrated into the system.
Touch Screen POS Systems Work Best With businesses that want full control over their inventory, menus, or customer loyalty program.
Touch screen systems tend to be more expensive than standard POS systems.
Their cost can range from a few hundred dollars to thousands of dollars. The terminal software costs between $50 and $200 per month.
Toast | Touch Bistro | Upserve | Lightspeed |
Toast is a touch-screen POS for restaurants. It allows for table-side ordering, on top of helping you manage seating and turnover. It also features a kitchen display system that customers can use to view wait times for tables easily.
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Another touch-screen POS for restaurants. Touch Bistro allows table-side ordering, table mapping, and much more. It’s also an ideal POS system for small food service vendors, catering businesses, and coffee shops. | Upserve is an ideal POS system for bars and restaurants looking for an iPad POS and detailed functions for table-side ordering, table mapping, and wait time management.
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Lightspeed is an all-in-one POS system for small to medium-sized businesses. It’s perfect for retail businesses, quick service restaurants, or bars that need help with inventory management and detailed reporting
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Starts at $0/month, an optional $499 for installation | POS cost: Starting at $69/month | Starts at $59/month + $60/terminal | Starts at $69/month for retail and $59/month for restaurants |
Processing fee: Not disclosed | Processing Fees: Varies depending on types of business, sales volume, and card mix | Processing fee: Varies depending on sales volume and card mix | Processing Fees: 2.6% + $0.10 |
Cloud-based POS Software: As the name suggests, Cloud-based POS systems are hosted on the cloud. They store transactions, calculate inventory, track sales, and more.
Cloud-based POS systems work best with businesses that want to track and monitor inventory, manage sales, and receive reporting anywhere.
They’re typically good with:
With cloud-based POS, transactions happen in person, while payments are processed in the cloud. A customer will put in an order, make payment digitally or manually, and receive a receipt. Transactions are then sent to the cloud for processing.
Cloud-based systems cost slightly more than standard POS Systems. They tend to have higher subscription fees.
Their cost can range from a few hundred dollars to thousands of dollars.
Lightspeed | Revel Systems | Shopify |
If you are looking for a cloud POS that can manage all aspects of your business, then Lightspeed is an excellent choice. It has detailed reporting and analytics modules with inventory management features to help keep track of what’s going on in real-time anywhere so long as there’s internet connectivity! | Revel Systems is a full-service POS for restaurants and grocery stores. It offers centralized inventory management, reporting data on your sales revenue from each register in real-time with an easy-to-use interface that makes it easier to run a successful business. | Shopify is the perfect solution for retailers that want to centralize customer, order, and inventory information from both in-person sales and online. It’s best suited to those with cross-channel needs like e-commerce businesses or multichannel stores. |
POS cost: Starting at $69/month for retail and $59/month for restaurants
Processing fee: 2.6% + $0.10 |
POS cost: Starting $99/month
Varies based on sales volume and card mix |
Free for those with Shopify’s e-commerce plan. $89/month/location for those planning to use it at their brick-and-mortar business location
Processing fee: 2.9% + $0.30, some plans have lower fees |
Open source means that the code for this POS system is available for anyone to use, modify, and distribute. There is several open-source software available online.
They’re the most cost-effective option, only that they require intensive resources to run. They also need a solid IT staff to manage it.
They’re good for:
An open-source POS is built on software that you can modify and use as you please. If you have an IT team, they might be able to create a custom-built POS system that’ll suit your business needs and requirements.
Floreant | Wallace POS | Unicenta |
Floreant offers a free, downloadable open-source POS for restaurant businesses.
It offers complete customization options and an out-of-the-box setup. It’s ideal for full-service restaurants and fast-food joints. |
Wallace POS is a free, web-based, open-source POS for restaurants and cafes. It’s ideal for both small and large retail businesses, including restaurants, bars, groceries, etc
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Unicenta is an open-source POS system for large retail, hospitality, specialty business – particularly general stores and hardware. |
POS cost: It’s completely free
Processing fee: Custom quote
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POS Cost: Free
Processing Fee: N/A |
POS Cost: Free
Processing Fee: N/A |
POS system is an advanced app with a variety of functions that store data for you.
It allows you to transfer transactions, create reports and graphs, and help in managing your inventory, all with a simple click of a few buttons. It’s like having your very own cashier in the backroom.
Here’s a simple breakdown of how a POS system works:
The POS System has a variety of features that makes the entire process simpler and easier to manage. Here are some of its main functions:
The POS System helps the cashier enter order information correctly by showing them images that match products they’re trying to ring up. This saves time because it ensures that the cashier enters the correct information into the computer.
Businesses have different needs for POS systems. If you sell products individually or in small volumes, you can opt for a low-end cash register. A touch screen will be more suitable if you’re running a convenience store or selling high-volume items. Here’s some of the POS hardware you’ll need:
I know what you’re thinking, “What are the best types of POS systems?” The short answer is that it depends on your business needs.
There’s no one-size-fits-all type of POS system. For example, if you have a retail store, an open-source or cloud-based POS system will work for you better than a standard point of sale system.
But what if you’re running a restaurant? A standard point of sale system will work better because it can manage menu prices and integrate with a kitchen display system.
As you can see, choosing the right POS system for your business depends on what you need it to do.