Overview

This article gives you an overview of linking POS Profiles to Stores and Terminals in iVendNext to streamline retail operations.

Prerequisites

Before integrating POS Profiles with Stores and Terminals, ensure the following are set up:

• Store (Warehouse): A physical or virtual location where sales occur.

• POS Terminal: The hardware device used for processing transactions.

• User Accounts: Cashiers who will operate the POS.

Step 1: Access the POS Profile

1. Navigate to Home > Retail > Settings > POS Profile.

2. Alternatively, use the Awesome Bar and search for "POS Profile List."

Step 2: Create or Select a POS Profile

1. Click Add POS Profile to create a new profile or select an existing one.

2. Fill in the mandatory fields:

• Name: Assign a unique name (e.g., "Main Store POS").

• Store: Link the profile to a Store (Warehouse).

• Company: Select the associated company.

Step 3: Configure POS Terminal Settings

1. Under POS Settings, specify the following:

• Interface Profile: Controls the layout of the POS screen.

• Theme: Choose a visual theme for the interface.

• Customer Display Settings: Configure how customer-facing displays appear.

Step 4: Assign Payment Methods

1. In the Payment Methods section:

• Select a Payment Template (e.g., Cash, Credit Card).

• Set a default payment method (e.g., Cash).

Step 5: Link POS Profile to a Terminal

1. Navigate to Home > Retail > Settings > POS Terminal.

2. Select or create a terminal and link it to the POS Profile.

3. Assign the terminal to a Store and User.

Step 6: Set Up Shift Profiles (Optional)

For advanced cash management:

1. Go to Home > Retail > Settings > POS Shift Profile.

2. Configure:

• Float Amount: Starting cash in the till.

• Variance Allowed: Permissible discrepancy in cash counts.

Step 7: Test the Integration

1. Log in to the POS Terminal using the assigned user credentials.

2. Perform a test transaction to ensure:

• The correct Store and Profile are displayed.

• Payments are processed as configured.

Important Notes

Store Binding: 

Each POS Profile must be linked to a Store to track inventory accurately.

User Permissions: 

Ensure users have the correct roles to access the assigned terminals.

Shift Management: 

Use Shift Profiles to monitor cash flow and prevent discrepancies.