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2024 EFTPOS Upgrade: Everything You Need To Know
In the bustling business world, Electronic Funds Transfer at Point Of Sale (EFTPOS) systems serve as the backbone of day-to-day transactions in New Zealand. These systems not only make payments easier but also keep financial transactions secure. With technology...
What EFTPOS and POS options are there for Food Trucks?
In the dynamic world of food truck entrepreneurship, staying ahead of the curve is essential for success. From crafting mouthwatering dishes to delivering top-notch customer service, every aspect of the food truck business demands attention to detail. One area that is...
How to clean your EFTPOS terminal
Stringent hygiene practices have become a high priority in the last few years. Your staff and your valued customers will want to be sure that good cleaning habits have created the healthiest environment for them to visit. It is important that surfaces and equipment we...
What Small Businesses Should Use a POS System?
Small businesses are often juggling multiple tasks with very little time to waste. There are certain investments that the business can make to improve efficiency, and these are nearly always technology related. In this blog post, we’ll explore the merits of a small...
How Much Does It Cost to Hire A POS Device for An Event?
If you are planning an event, whether it is a small fundraiser or a major festival, it is essential that you set yourself up to accept payments from attendees and customers. Once you have determined that EFTPOS is the superior way to do this, you should consider...
Retail POS System Buying Guide
Investing in a retail POS system is a worthwhile decision that will impact your business in countless ways. From tracking inventory and sales to processing payments and managing customer information, a POS system is an essential tool in the modern retail and...
How to Choose the Right Restaurant POS Software
Running a successful restaurant or hospitality business can feel like you’re constantly spinning plates! One of the most crucial aspects of managing the workflow and cashflow in a restaurant is the point-of-sale (POS) system. The right restaurant POS system can make...
I’m new to operating an EFTPOS terminal. How hard is it?
We often take for granted how quick it is for tellers and shop assistants to process our payments through an EFTPOS terminal. When we find ourselves in the role of the merchant, suddenly the thought of operating an EFTPOS terminal can seem daunting. Using an EFTPOS...
Where do I find my merchant ID?
When businesses approach Eftpos Now to explore the possibility of renting or purchasing an EFTPOS terminal, the questions we field are mainly around the Merchant ID. This number is particularly relevant when acquiring an EFTPOS terminal, assigning your rental...
How Simple is it to Hire or Purchase EFTPOS in NZ?
Modern businesses need modern solutions to remain competitive. If you own a business, you already know how important it is to provide reliable, convenient, and hassle-free payment options for your customers. One of the most popular payment vehicles is an EFTPOS...
How an EFTPOS Terminal Can Benefit Your Business
Handling cash transactions can be a cumbersome and time-consuming process that is prone to errors and discrepancies. It’s no surprise that many businesses today are adopting electronic funds transfer at point of sale (EFTPOS) systems. This payment platform allows...
Can You Obtain and Use a Personal EFTPOS terminal in NZ?
In today's world, we are surrounded by technology that makes our lives easier. One such example is EFTPOS (Electronic Funds Transfer at Point of Sale), which is a payment method that is the preferred form of payment for in-store shopping. Card payments facilitate the...
Why SalesPoint POS Is Right for Your Business
Point of Sale (POS) systems are a great addition to any service or product-based business, in any industry. They are essential assets that can make business operations more efficient and improve customer experience through transactional speed and accuracy. POS systems...
What Features Are the Most Important to Look for In EFTPOS terminals?
In today's digital age, EFTPOS machines have become a vital part of commerce and business ownership. The ability to accept and process payments is critical and without robust payment channels, it would be a challenge to survive in our fast-paced and competitive...
Why Investing in Self-Service Kiosks is a Good Investment Move
There is no question that technology is taking over every aspect of our lives, and businesses are no exception. Self-service kiosks are becoming more and more popular which correlates with the New Zealand Business Confidence statistics recently reporting improved...
Do I Need A POS System at My Next Event?
Hosting an event is a great way to bring together existing and potential customers, showcase goods and services, promote your business, and entertain. Whether you’re planning a small gathering or a large-scale concert, trade fair or Expo, equipping yourself with a...
EFTPOS vs Debit Cards: What’s the Difference?
Payment cards have become ubiquitous in New Zealand, with many people using them as their preferred payment method. They facilitate faster and safer digital money transfers at payment terminals, ATMs, online, and over the phone. In this blog, we will take a closer...
What are the benefits of a short-term EFTPOS rental?
Eftpos Now are market leaders in the provision of EFTPOS terminals, POS, portable POS, Cash Registers and Kiosks. These can be purchased - or rented on a long-term or short-term basis. Short-term EFTPOS rental comes with many benefits such as flexibility, the ability...
Self-Service Kiosks: Why Your Business Needs One
Self-service kiosks are revolutionising the retail and hospitality environment in New Zealand. Savvy Kiwi businesses are enjoying the versatility, efficiency, and aesthetics of interactive kiosks. For business owners keen on sampling the technology, navigating the...
How to prepare an EFTPOS terminal for return
Ready to package and return your EFTPOS terminal and accessories after a successful rental period? Due to the complex and sensitive nature of the EFTPOS hardware and technology, there are some key pointers to follow when preparing the EFTPOS terminals for delivery....
Should I consider a Mobile EFTPOS Terminal?
Not unlike the cell phone and microwave oven, mobile EFTPOS terminals in their formative years, were bulky, clunky, and slow. The terminal pictured weighed a whopping 3Kg and had a processing speed of 15 seconds! The leaps and bounds made in EFTPOS technology, mobile...
The Importance of a Merchant ID
Every EFTPOS terminal in the country is programmed with a unique number that links the transactions to a bank account through a secure payment network. The primary number is called the Merchant ID (or MID) and is essential as it is an identifier unique to your...
What is EFTPOS and How Does it Work in New Zealand?
If you travelled back in time to New Zealand 1984, not using coins and notes to pay for purchases was a completely foreign concept. Employees were still being paid cash in brown envelopes and cheques were widely used. News articles about a burgeoning technology that...
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