The end of summer is approaching, marking the beginning of the back-to-school season. Parents are gearing up their kids to get ready for their new terms. Retailers are simultaneously getting ready for all the business that is coming their way. According to a Deloitte’s 2018 Back to School Survey, total back-to-school spending is expected to reach $27.6B, or $510 per household, slightly up from $501 in 2017.

Payment solutions, specifically smart terminals, have evolved from just being a device for payment acceptance to providing merchants with tools to boost their business, learn more about their customers and improve in-store experiences. Even though securely accepting payments is critical for any merchant, today’s solutions can not only add value to the customer’s experience but also help merchant improve efficiencies.

We live in a technology-driven world and the need to be at the forefront of it is important for any retail business. Providing customers with the utmost convenience as they shop and improving their experience is critical to any merchant’s continuous success.

Like retail, the grocery industry is constantly changing, and businesses need to think about providing their customers with the experiences they want. This is particularly important as disruptions in the industry have begun to alter consumer expectations and demands.

If you’ve decided to invest in a mobile point of sale (mPOS) solution for your retail stores, you’re already aware of the array of benefits it offers your business. However, many retailers face challenges in implementing their new mPOS technologies. That’s why it’s important to have a plan in place to address these obstacles.