The role of restaurant point-of-sale (POS) software has evolved dramatically. What was once simply a payment processing tool is now the operational command center that connects ordering, kitchen workflows, guest engagement, inventory, analytics, and financial reporting. Restaurants that rely on outdated POS systems often experience slower service, operational inefficiencies, and limited visibility into performance. In… Continue reading Improve Efficiency and Guest Experience with these Must-Have Features in Modern Restaurant POS Software
Category: LS Retail
Success story: How Care-A-Lot Pets modernized its retail ERP with ArcherPoint by Cherry Bekaert
For retail organizations, upgrading an ERP system is more than a technology decision — it’s a strategic move that affects long-term growth, supportability, and consistency across locations. For Care-A-Lot Pets, that realization led to a successful transition from LS Retail’s LS NAV to LS Central on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, guided by ArcherPoint by… Continue reading Success story: How Care-A-Lot Pets modernized its retail ERP with ArcherPoint by Cherry Bekaert
Managing Multiple Hospitality Services for Exceptional Customer Experiences
Boutique hotels thrive on their ability to deliver curated, personalized guest experiences. However, behind the scenes, these experiences rely on smooth coordination between multiple service areas — from reservations and front-desk operations to dining, retail offerings, spas, and housekeeping — all while maintaining accurate inventory, financial records, and guest information. Managing these diverse service lines… Continue reading Managing Multiple Hospitality Services for Exceptional Customer Experiences
How Student Unions Are Transforming Retail Operations with Business Central
From bustling campus bookstores to busy cafés, from event ticketing to student health services, student unions and associations operate in a unique hybrid space—part retail enterprise, part service organization. Managing these diverse operations with tight budgets, high turnover, and seasonal fluctuations is no small feat. Yet many student unions still rely on legacy systems, spreadsheets,… Continue reading How Student Unions Are Transforming Retail Operations with Business Central
Tackling the Ticketing Challenge: Smarter Event Management for Student Unions
Student Unions are at the heart of campus life—bringing students together for everything from society socials and club nights to career fairs, charity events, and guest speakers. However, with so many different event types, venues, and audiences to manage, event ticketing can quickly become one of the most complex and time-consuming parts of a Union’s… Continue reading Tackling the Ticketing Challenge: Smarter Event Management for Student Unions
How to Limit Access to LS Central POS to Managers Only
Retailers rely on their Point of Sale (POS) system because it handles all retail transactions that take place in the store. It is also where critical activities occur, such as authorizing refunds and voids. Unfettered access to all the features and functions of the POS system can compromise the store’s security and make it vulnerable… Continue reading How to Limit Access to LS Central POS to Managers Only
The Top 6 Highlights from NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show
The National Retail Federation hosted the 2025 Retail’s Big Show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City last week. Speakers included some of the biggest retail companies, such as Walmart, IKEA, Target, and Macy’s. Here are some of the highlights from that show: Leveraging AI to make your business smarter Walmart… Continue reading The Top 6 Highlights from NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show
Six Game-Changing Benefits of Unified Commerce for Your Student Union
Managing a student union involves handling a complex web of services, from food and drink to retail, clubs, events, and even bike rentals. Balancing all these operations can feel overwhelming in a fast-paced environment where students expect seamless service and cutting-edge technology. But what if there was a way to unify and streamline everything under… Continue reading Six Game-Changing Benefits of Unified Commerce for Your Student Union
Considerations When Integrating a POS System with Business Central
As a retailer, integrating your Point of Sale (POS) system with Business Central is crucial for maintaining seamless operations. The right integration can help improve customer satisfaction, inventory management, and financial reporting. While you are narrowing your choices for POS solutions, make sure you consider the following: Real-time inventory and data synchronization Real-time access to… Continue reading Considerations When Integrating a POS System with Business Central
How Theme and Amusement Parks Can Increase Revenue and Customer Satisfaction
Operators of theme and amusement parks are continually challenged to provide engaging customer experiences for patrons while generating a profitable revenue stream year-round. The right combination of technology and innovative enhancements to the visitor experience helps to increase customer satisfaction and revenue. Strategies to increase revenue Here are several strategies theme and amusement parks have… Continue reading How Theme and Amusement Parks Can Increase Revenue and Customer Satisfaction