Are you shopping for an accounting system built for retail? CounterPoint could be your bag.
It comes as no surprise that 2020/2021 has been a very challenging time for some retailers, many are hoping that as restrictions are lifted the high-street will jump back into action.
National newspapers reported shoppers queuing from 6am on Monday 12th April for some retailers, continuing into the late hours of the evening. 12th April was seen as a milestone by many, with some employers giving staff the day off to celebrate easing of restrictions, it’s clear that the UK is desperate to give a well-deserved boost to the retail and hospitality industry.
Are you experiencing issues with your current system?
With the lifting of restrictions, you need to be sure that your till system can meet demands. CounterPoint by Kudos is a seamlessly integrated Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) till system giving you the tools to do more with your retail operation. With the help of Counterpoint, you will be provided with multiple services in one central location enabling you to streamline your operations.
The Kudos suite can run on desktop or mobile terminals and is used in various retail and hospitality environments providing a wide range of features that will help you deliver the flexibility modern retail demands, while enhancing customer experience.
With an immediate, seamless integration between Sage and CounterPoint, important data from customer and pricing records will be provided alongside the tools to focus on driving sales. Other integrations include VeriFone VX820 for integrated card processing, contactless, Apple Pay and Android Pay.
Key benefits
Stock control
With available stock levels accessible at the click of a button, CounterPoint will give you the control you need over your stock. With clear visibility you will be able to make the most of your retail space while providing your customers with a smooth and enjoyable experience. With data on trends and popular stock you will also be able to enhance your product offerings, helping you stay ahead of the competition.
Better manage customer accounts
When you add new customers in CounterPoint the information will also synchronise into your Sage system, enabling visibility over their account, providing ample opportunity to chase those who are over their credit limit. You will also be able to take payments against a customer account, helping you remain financially stable.
Flexible payment option
With CounterPoint your customers will be given a variety of payment options, whether they want to split payments, make an online payment, or charge to a tab, you will be able to offer a payment method to suit their needs.
Pricing control
The software will also operate with any extensive promotions and multi-buy offers in mind. Counterpoint will also take customer loyalty into consideration, allowing you to build and maintain relationships and reward loyalty.
Offerings
Counterpoint for branches
If you have multiple sites, operations can be simplified with CounterPoint which can seamlessly integrate with Sage, providing you with all the information you need in one central location
Features include:
- Simple local banking and cash tracking
- Real-time or periodic updates to/from Sage
- Total stock visibility of transfers to other locations
- Support branch stock transfers, central data warehousing and central software configuration for trading rules.
- Web service based HTML interface for up-to-date sales figures per shop
WorkPoint
This is perfect for any business that includes a workshop function. Whether you are a garage or in computer repairs, WorkPoint makes running efficient service jobs easy and intuitive.
Features include:
This is perfect for any business that includes a workshop function. Whether you are a garage or in computer repairs, WorkPoint makes running efficient service jobs easy and intuitive.
StaffPoint
StaffPoint is a basic staff planning tool that uses the contact field in ProfitPoint to manage staff rotas, holidays and absences. Gain the ability to log staff attributes and training as well as shop events.
Features include
- Simple, easy to follow planner
- Record and populate holidays
- SMS shift reminders
- Record training and re-training prompts
DeliveryPoint
DeliveryPoint is a scheduling tool that staff can use at the till point to arrange deliveries. This add-on to CounterPoint is ideal if you deliver products to your customers and makes organising deliveries easier.
Features include
DeliveryPoint is a scheduling tool that staff can use at the till point to arrange deliveries. This add-on to CounterPoint is ideal if you deliver products to your customers and makes organising deliveries easier.
What's next?
One of our consultants will host an exploratory phone conversation to ensure CounterPoint is the right solution for you and to gain a thorough understanding of your business. You will also see a demonstration of the software focusing on the elements that are important to your business.
All of our demonstrations are uniquely tailored to the client so we won’t waste your time with features that have no relevance to your procedures.
To find out more, read our customer success story of Starlite, a dance wear company who implemented Sage 200 and Counterpoint.
How can Solutions for Accounting & CRM help?
One of our consultants will host an exploratory phone conversation to ensure CounterPoint is the right solution for you and to gain a thorough understanding of your business. You will also see a demonstration of the software focusing on the elements that are important to your business. All of our demonstrations are uniquely tailored to the client so we won’t waste your time with features that have no relevance to your procedures.
So, if you’re considering CounterPoint and want to be sure you’re making the right decision, get in touch today to see how we can help.
