Real Talk Retail Series with Louise Lally Training
“Real Talk Retail” is a six part podcast series with Louise Lally Training. Check out ep.1 with Margaret Bourke from Positive!
Louise has worked with so many EPOS systems in Retail over her 15yrs of being in the industry. Margaret shares her experience working with retailers over the last 16 years. Including current trends, customer expectations and what’s next for retail.
Online Retail Scheme
DETE has launched a further call for Online Retail Scheme to encourage Ireland’s retail sector to develop a more competitive online offer.
Call Open date: 4th April 2023
Call Close date: 3rd May 2023 at 12.00pm (noon) for online application
5 mistakes to avoid when selecting a Point of sale system
Purchasing a Point of Sale system can be a daunting task, the market is flooded with options making it difficult to know which one is right for your business. A POS is the beating heart of any retail business, managing everything from inventory, customers, staff, purchasing, profit & loss and much more. It is vital that retailers select the right software from the outset to avoid unnecessary costs, headaches, and heartache.
As Point-of-Sale providers and retail consultants Positive Systems Solutions has helped hundreds of retailers through this process. Below is a list of the five mistakes to avoid when purchasing a POS system.
Top Retail Trends
The retail industry is constantly evolving, and it is difficult to predict the next top retail trends and changes. Technology is still reshaping the shopping experience in 2023, redefining how we shop and sell, where we shop and what we buy. Check out the key trends we see commencing and continuing this year.
EU Pricing Indication Directive
On the 28th of November 2022 a new amendment was signed off giving retailers new obligations when making price reduction announcements.
The CCPC is enforcing these regulations in Ireland. Check out the post for more information and guidelines on compliance.
PSS Nominated in the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 23!
We are honoured to share that Positive Systems Solutions have been shortlisted for the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards in not one but TWO categories!
Shopping local – A Q&A with Fishers of Newtownmountkennedy
We recently sat down with Rebecca Harrison, Managing Director of Fishers of Newtownmountkenndy to discuss all things local business.
Fishers are determined to maintain all that’s good about local family businesses in Ireland, taking a real interest in their customers and building relationships with suppliers, local businesses, and the community.
Positively Irish Christmas Gift Guide
We have curated a Positively Irish Christmas Gift Guide featuring many of our fantastic retailers nationwide. Whether you’re a last-minute gifter or an organised gift giver it is important to support local and shop Irish this Christmas.
Increase revenue with omnichannel loyalty
There is an age-old marketing adage that still holds true to this day, “retaining customers is easier and more profitable than acquiring new ones.” However, many businesses have separate customer databases that do not talk to each other or #integrate. Time to introduce omnichannel loyalty!
Positive awarded Guaranteed Irish membership!
Positive Systems Solutions are delighted to announce we have been awarded the stamp of approval from Guaranteed Irish. We are now members of this fantastic network which supports Irish businesses.