Number Of POS Software Installations Surpasses 9 Million: Study
Summary
The number of POS software installations in use at retail and hospitality operators around the world surpassed the nine-million mark in June of this year, a new study by research and consulting firm RBR Data Services has found. Discounter Aldi Nord and US supermarket chain Hy-Vee were among the major adopters of point-of-sale software solutions in the past year. “In recent years we’ve seen global giants such as Walmart, Taco Bell and Uniqlo rolling out new POS solutions, proving that even the largest chains realise the need to adapt to a fast-changing landscape while keeping customer experience to the fore," commented Jeni Bloomfield, project lead on RBR Data Services’ Global POS Software 2023 research. Away from grocery retail, a number of fashion chains have upgraded their POS software infrastructure, or embraced next-generation technology, including American Eagle Outfitters and New Look turning to mobile devices to relieve pressure at fixed terminals. Elsewhere, footwear retailer Aldo and department store chain Myer have sought to boost their omnichannel approach through the use of POS software technology.