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  • Budge Technology: A Contactless POS Solution For Restaurants

    Budge Technology: A Contactless POS Solution For Restaurants

    Complemented with Star’s TSP654II and SP742, Budge Technology helps restaurants manage their operations efficiently and take orders from anywhere.

    Somerset, NJ – May 11, 2022 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point of sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is proud to announce that Budge Technology supports Star’s TSP654II thermal printer and SP742 impact printer. Budge Technology offers restaurants a dine-In mobile ordering solution to increase the speed and efficiency of customer waiting lines.

    Budge Technology offers restaurants a dine-in contactless solution to help customers view a live waitlist and order tracking, and the solution helps restaurants to build customer loyalty based on frequency. The solution also helps restaurants save money by eliminating third-party delivery fees, maximizing efficiency by allowing customers to order for themselves, and freeing up time for waitstaff.

    With the integration of Star’s TSP654II, Budge Technology offers restaurants a high-speed thermal receipt printer with CloudPRNT, allowing the printer to retrieve and print mobile online orders. By using Star’s SP742 impact printer, Budge Technology offers restaurants a reliable kitchen printer with two-color printing providing restaurants with the ability to identify order exceptions easily, and is perfect for hot and humid environments.

    “Budge Technology is thrilled to partner with Star Micronics to offer restaurants a mobile dine-in ordering solution. Star’s hardware paired with our software offers restaurants a reliable and fast solution, allowing restaurants to receive mobile online orders to speed up waiting lines.”

    Max Weiner, CEO of Budge Technology

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    About Star Micronics

    Star Micronics, a world’s leader in point of sale, has designated a portfolio of printing, secure cash management, scanners, scales, stands, and customer engagement solutions for any retail or hospitality establishment in POS and mPOS environments. Embracing the mobility wave, Star’s complementary SDKs allow users to utilize Star in tandem with Android™, iOS, iPad®, and iPhone® devices to generate receipts, Chit, and labels for its printers. In addition, Star Micronics is always leading and innovating, enabling web-based printing solutions, including remote cloud printing, wireless cash drawer solutions, proximity-based printing, and secure cash management. For more information, visit www.starmicronics.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or LinkedIn.

    About Budge Technology

    Budge Technology is a Philadelphia based tech startup focused on creating solutions for the restaurant industry that you may have never seen before. We are hopeful trying to alleviate the stresses forced on to a restaurant by creating a browser-based software built directly by restauranteurs with the flexibility to deploy new ordering concepts into your operation. Free point of sale and integrated ordering technology for all restaurants.

    Media Contacts:

    Christin Dorner

    Star Micronics America, Inc.

    cdorner@starmicronics.com

    (848) 216-3318

    Max Weiner

    Budge Technology

    max@budge.tech

    (215) 627-6910

  • A Complete Advanced Solution for Real-Time POS Analytics

    A Complete Advanced Solution for Real-Time POS Analytics

    Paired with Star’s TSP143IVUE and mC-Print3, Accuvia Software Group helps retailers better understand their customers by offering a comprehensive set of software solutions.

    Somerset, NJ – May 6, 2022 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point of sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is proud to announce that Accuvia Software Group (ASG) supports Star’s TSP143IVUE thermal receipt printer  and mC-Print3 receipt printer. ASG offers retailers a way to engage with their customers by providing outstanding services, innovative solutions, and quality execution to help keep businesses ahead of their competition.

    ASG offers retailers an in-store analytics software to help discover trends, predict outcomes, and provide insight into the business to make informed decisions based on store performance and customer shopping habits. The software offers a robust point of sale functionality, advanced user interface, promotional pricing, return management, loyalty integration, enterprise reporting, and management tools.

    By integrating with Star’s TSP143IVUE, ASG offers retailers a modern and compact thermal receipt printer with a dual interface, providing retailers with maximum flexibility when connecting to any network. By using Star’s mC-Print3 thermal printer, ASG offers retailers a sleek and compact printer with HUB functionality, allowing retailers the choice to connect peripheral devices, such as a barcode scanner, for a complete point of sale solution.

    “Accuvia Software Group is thrilled to partner with Star Micronics to provide retailers with the necessary tools to grow their business effectively. Star’s hardware together with our software offers retailers a robust point of sale solution that supports a variety of peripheral devices for a flexible and complete solution.”

    Mike Hess, CEO of Accuvia Software Group

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    About Star Micronics

    Star Micronics, a world’s leader in point of sale, has designated a portfolio of printing, secure cash management, scanners, scales, stands, and customer engagement solutions for any retail or hospitality establishment in POS and mPOS environments. Embracing the mobility wave, Star’s complementary SDKs allow users to utilize Star in tandem with Android™, iOS, iPad®, and iPhone® devices to generate receipts, Chit, and labels for its printers. In addition, Star Micronics is always leading and innovating, enabling web-based printing solutions, including remote cloud printing, wireless cash drawer solutions, proximity-based printing, and secure cash management. For more information, visit www.starmicronics.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or LinkedIn.

    About Accuvia Software Group

    Accuvia Software Group provides a suite of software solutions for the general retail industry, including point of sale, mobile and central office. Well-known retailers use our solution to help them run their retail stores effectively and provide outstanding service to their customers. We are installed in hundreds of locations throughout the US and Canada.

    Media Contacts:

    Christin Dorner

    Star Micronics America, Inc.

    cdorner@starmicronics.com

    (848) 216-3318

    Jared Chimil

    Accuvia Software Group

    chimil@accuvia.com

    (312) 643-3200

  • Star Micronics Cloud Services: Revamped for a Changing World

    Star Micronics Cloud Services: Revamped for a Changing World

    Star Micronics Cloud Services allows developers and business owners to monitor devices in real-time, collect crucial data, and create customized receipts, tickets, and labels.

    Somerset, NJ – April 25, 2022 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point-of-sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is proud to announce the launch of their revamped Star Micronics Cloud Services platform, renewed and renovated for a changing world. This update refreshes the platform and includes added support services for developers creating more intelligent store operation environments. 

    With Star Micronics Cloud Services, the Device Manager API can connect to Star’s printers and any attached peripherals, enabling application developers to access the data they need. Control features such as remote configuration and management allow developers to run store operations more efficiently from their computers. The Star Quick Setup Customizer was also added, providing easy customization of the setup app, so developers can quickly access what they need. On top of that, the Star Document Markup Designer is also available as an intuitive design tool to create and customize receipts, tickets, and labels. 

    For retailers and business owners, services such as device management for printers, Digital Journal, and PromoPRNT are available for any POS application. Obtain real-time status for all installed Star printers on Device Monitor. Digital Journal is a service to view stored electronic copies of all printed receipts and track how many were printed each day. Both can be used for insight into the consumer. Star’s popular service, PromoPRNT, allows retailers to add printed promotions to their receipts—excellent for coupons, reminders, and general announcements. 

    Star Micronics Cloud Services remains free to use. Using Star’s Quick Setup Utility App, it is easy to register and connect your Star printers. Cloud Services supports the mC-Print2, mC-Print3, and TSP100IV series printers. Visit StarMicronicsCloud.com to get started. 

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    About Star Micronics

    Star Micronics, a world leader in point-of-sale (POS), has designated a portfolio of printing, secure cash management, self-service, and customer engagement solutions for any retail or hospitality establishment. Embracing the mPOS wave, Star’s SDKs allow developers to utilize Star printers in tandem with Android™, iOS, iPad®, and iPhone® devices to generate receipts, labels, Chit, and tickets. Star Micronics is always leading and always innovating, creating cloud-based printing solutions, including CloudPRNT and Star Cloud Services, with AOA support and MFi connectivity. Star also has a wealth of peripherals, including 2D barcode scanners, scales, tablet display stands, and more. Visit www.starmicronics.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or LinkedIn to learn more.

    Media Contact:

    Christin Dorner

    Star Micronics America, Inc.

    cdorner@starmicronics.com

    848-216-3318

  • The Tech You Need For Your Cannabis Delivery Service

    The Tech You Need For Your Cannabis Delivery Service

    If you are a dispensary owner, you will undoubtedly consider starting a cannabis delivery service for your customers. Demand for the plant, either for recreational consumption or medical needs, has taken the industry to new highs, and surely you want to be in on the action. Of course, that is assuming cannabis delivery is legal in your area! Let’s say it is.

    Now, where do you start? What do you need?

    In cannabis delivery, technical equipment is required to successfully meet your customers’ needs. Software that helps you create an online store, allows for online ordering, accounts for inventory management, and integrates with the proper point-of-sale (POS) hardware is a must-have to assist your delivery aims.

    Let’s see what tech you’ll need to start your cannabis delivery service:

    Online Store & Website

    Using the omnichannel approach for setting up a cannabis delivery service is ideal for the best results. Online ordering has rapidly grown, and it will only continue. An omnichannel strategy means that the customer can access your product through multiple channels such as social media, websites, apps, etc. This way, the customer has many convenient options and can order the product quickly and wherever they are the most comfortable. An online store is one of those options.

    You must first set up a website and online store to get started. An online store is usually an extension of a website. If you are a dispensary owner, you likely already have a website for your business. You can look into your web development platform for online store options. Many companies use application software that provides your delivery service needs, from creating an online store to payment and marketing. Setting up an online shop for your cannabis will take some work, but it is worth every effort.

    Cannabis delivery POS hardware.

    It should be mentioned that a dispensary looking to deliver should incorporate some essential features into its online store. These features include the ability to calculate sales tax in each region. The website should be able to see which areas are legally allowed to deliver cannabis. Moreover, the website should also be able to scan customer IDs so their ages can be verified.

    Again, there are companies that provide products with these capabilities, including POS software.

    POS Software & Hardware

    Both software and hardware for POS are essential to process and calculate the transactions received from online customer orders. They also help fulfill payments, print order tickets and receipts, and keep your entire POS space tidy while protecting your valuables.

    Hardware

    If you already own a dispensary, you’ll have most of what’s listed here. But, if you’re starting from scratch or want to update your point-of-sale, you’ll first need a tablet or a computer. Many people go for tablets these days as they are more cost-effective and can be just as powerful. There is a lot of software out there that works great on tablets.

    Whether you choose a tablet or computer, having a protective display stand to hold it steady would be wise. At Star, we have a variety of tablet display stands, including an all-steel tablet display stand built for three different tablets so you can see them all at once. This is great for having multiple online orders coming in, especially orders for delivery. Each tablet is held firmly in place yet can easily be seen and accessed.

    If you don’t have tablets that display orders, have a printer that prints the online order you have received, indicating that you have an order pending. There are also printers out there that print repositionable sticky labels so that the order can move along with the product as it’s being prepared. Customers will want receipts once their products arrive, so a well-connected printer is necessary.

    Other than tablets or computers, Star Micronics has all the hardware you need for your dispensary point-of-sale if you’d like to check it out here.

    Software

    Well-performing POS software is a must for any business in general. Luckily for the cannabis industry, there is software made especially for it. Many cannabis-related POS apps can help with online store setup, inventory management, delivery operations, omnichannel marketing, taking care of payments, and much more. There are even companies that take care of the delivery logistics for your storefront entirely. It’s so easy to get started!

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    Another critical piece of the puzzle is the proper integration of your POS hardware with your software. Your online ordering system and point-of-sale machinery should work together seamlessly. Some people choose their hardware first and find software that works with it, while others select their software first.

    Delivery Logistics

    Delivering cannabis is a tremendous job, and some safety precautions must be taken when the order is dispatched to deliver. If you are looking to manage your deliveries, you must have a GPS tracker in your vehicle so you know where your driver is at all times and whether the parcel has been delivered to the correct address or not.

    Cannabis delivery POS hardware.

    Another thing to remember is that the driver or deliverer must have a tablet with access to your online store delivery software so they can update it after every delivery. This is crucial for inventory control and management of your cannabis products.

    Most dispensaries take payments online, but if you don’t, you’ll need a mobile payment terminal so your delivery person can accept payments on the spot.

    Conclusion

    Technology is a massive part of our lives, and the trend may never slow down. If you decide to introduce a cannabis delivery service to your customers, make sure you have the equipment mentioned above in place. There will be upfront costs, but the upside is incredibly lucrative long-term. Anywhere they’re legal, cannabis delivery services have taken off in this country. Why not be part of the action?

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  • Star Micronics Introduces Wireless Technology for the Latest TSP100IV

    Star Micronics Introduces Wireless Technology for the Latest TSP100IV

    The TSP143IVUW supports dual-band WiFi, becoming a hub that gives maximum flexibility when connecting to any network.

    Somerset, NJ – April 19, 2022 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point-of-sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is excited to announce the release of the TSP143IVUW, the latest model in the new TSP100IV series that now boasts dual-band wireless technology.

    This innovative printing solution supports dual-band connectivity (2.4GHz / 5GHz), giving ultimate control over the local printing environment. Wireless networks that need long-distance coverage can use 2.4GHz, while the more powerful 5GHz is best for reducing lag and interference, especially in busy kitchens with microwaves and hardware that compete for bandwidth on a 2.4Ghz network. By offering a choice to use one of the two frequencies, 2.4GHz or 5GHz, Star’s TSP143IVUW provides maximum flexibility when connecting to any network.

    The TSP143IVUW is Cloud Ready, able to connect to any cloud application that supports Star’s CloudPRNT technology. With the addition of Star Micronics Cloud Services, including digital journal, cloud promotion print management, and device monitoring, the TSP143IVUW offers retailers and restaurateurs the next generation of POS printing, enabling marketing and receipt tools for the omnichannel world.

    Featuring a wide range of OS support, including Windows, iOS, Android, web- and cloud-based applications, the TSP143IVUW is high-speed and can print up to 250 millimeters per second. Its sleek, compact design boasts a 20% smaller footprint, with a protected internal power supply and fast “drop-in and print” paper loading. Offered with WLAN and USB-C connectivity, this printer has exceptionally easy installation, making it simple to incorporate into your existing POS system.

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    About Star Micronics

    Star Micronics, a world leader in point-of-sale (POS), has designated a portfolio of printing, secure cash management, self-service, and customer engagement solutions for any retail or hospitality establishment. Embracing the mPOS wave, Star’s SDKs allow developers to utilize Star printers in tandem with Android™, iOS, iPad®, and iPhone® devices to generate receipts, labels, Chit, and tickets. Star Micronics is always leading and always innovating, creating cloud-based printing solutions, including CloudPRNT and Star Cloud Services, with AOA support and MFi connectivity. Star also has a wealth of peripherals, including 2D barcode scanners, scales, tablet display stands, and more. Visit www.starmicronics.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or LinkedIn to learn more.

    Media Contact:

    Christin Dorner

    Star Micronics America, Inc.

    cdorner@starmicronics.com

    848-216-3318

  • Elevent Teams Up with Star Micronics to Modernize Multi-Event Ticketing

    Elevent Teams Up with Star Micronics to Modernize Multi-Event Ticketing

    By offering Star products, Elevent provides event organizers with a multi-event, multi-venue management solution.

    Somerset, NJ – April 14, 2022 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point-of-sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is proud to announce that Elevent has added support for Star’s TSP654II thermal printer and Choice Series Cash Drawer.

    Elevent offers a multi-event ticketing system for organizers with a complex schedule of events. This software provides the overwhelming world of multi-event ticketing with a modern, seamless, and personalized way to grow and interact with its audience.

    Elevent gives organizers a simple setup for complex events, helping to attract and retain an expanding audience. It’s less repetitive and allows organizers to monitor what matters in real-time from anywhere. The software features a rich mobile dashboard, early purchase windows, a shopping cart, membership renewals, upgrades, and more.

    With the integration of Star’s TSP654II, Elevent provides the perfect multi-event solution to event organizers. The TSP654II offers high reliability and performance with CloudPRNT, enabling the printer to retrieve and print orders directly from any online ordering vendor.

    By including Star’s Choice Series Cash Drawer, Elevent offers event organizers an adaptable, secure, and reliable cash drawer with a reinforced steel top built to fit any business need.

    “Elevent is proud to partner with Star Micronics to modernize the ticketing world. Star’s hardware with our software offers customers a personalized purchase experience that eliminates wait times and caters to attendees on any device.”

    Jeremy Wine, Co-Founder of Elevent

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    About Star Micronics

    Star Micronics, one of the world’s largest POS providers, has designated a portfolio of printing, secure cash management, and customer engagement solutions for any retail or hospitality establishment in POS and mPOS environments. Embracing the mobility wave, Star’s complementary SDKs allow users to utilize Star printers in tandem with Android™, and iOS iPad® and iPhone® devices to generate receipts for all its printers. Always leading, and always innovating, Star Micronics enables web-based printing solutions including remote cloud printing, wireless cash drawer solutions, proximity-based printing, and secure cash management. For more information, visit https://starmicronics.com/ or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or LinkedIn.

    About Elevent

    Elevent is the first modern, multi-event ticketing platform made for festivals, educational institutions, venues, and other complex event organizers. Our cloud-based platform can be deployed and maintained with minimal effort, with an emphasis on ease of use and design. Built to withstand high demand, it’s powerful enough to support the toughest ticketing scenarios.

    Media Contacts

    Christin Dorner

    Star Micronics America, Inc.

    cdorner@starmicronics.com

    (848) 216-3318

    Jeremy Wine

    Elevent

    jeremy@goelevent.com

    (888) 816-2272

  • Espressly Works With Star Micronics to Offer Coffee Shops an Online Ordering Solution

    Espressly Works With Star Micronics to Offer Coffee Shops an Online Ordering Solution

    Complemented with Star’s TSP654IISK and mC-Print3, Espressly offers coffee shops an easy re-ordering solution with Square POS integration and a menu builder to help make online ordering easier.

    Somerset, NJ – April 12, 2022 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point-of-sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is proud to announce that Espressly supports Star’s TSP654IISK sticky label printer and mC-Print3 thermal receipt printer. Espressly provides coffee shops a way to speed up checkout, modernize web and mobile technologies, and improve end-to-end customer experience.

    Espressly offers coffee shops a central command portal with total control of their online ordering process, showing insights for mobile app sales and other key metrics. The software helps customers easily find prior orders and has an in-app loyalty program. It allows shops using Square to manage their mobile app from their existing POS system.

    By integrating with Star’s TSP654IISK, Espressly offers coffee shops a liner-free thermal label solution with high reliability and performance at a low cost, making it ideal for creating coffee labels and improving order accuracy by up to 99%.

    Along with Star’s mC-Print3 thermal printer, Espressly offers coffee shops a sleek, compact, connected, and unique thermal printing solution with print-flat technology and CloudPRNT to help connect to their mobile apps.

    “Espressly is excited to partner with Star Micronics to offer coffee shops a seamless and effortless ordering process for our customers. Their high-quality products help to fulfill the critical need for coffee shops to have a printed receipt for all their mobile app orders.”

    Joe Capone, Co-Founder of Espressly

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    About Star Micronics

    Star Micronics, one of the world’s largest POS providers, has designated a portfolio of printing, secure cash management, and customer engagement solutions for any retail or hospitality establishment in POS and mPOS environments. Embracing the mobility wave, Star’s complementary SDKs allow users to utilize Star printers in tandem with Android™, and iOS iPad® and iPhone® devices to generate receipts for all its printers. Always leading, and always innovating, Star Micronics enables web-based printing solutions including remote cloud printing, wireless cash drawer solutions, proximity-based printing, and secure cash management. For more information, visit https://starmicronics.com/ or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or LinkedIn.

    About Espressly

    Espressly is democratizing mobile ordering and contactless payment technology. We build beautiful apps for cafes that are white-labeled to each brand, highly affordable, and relentlessly focused on user happiness. Our goal is simple: Double our cafe partners’ revenue with their own incredible mobile ordering & loyalty apps. Drive thru and curbside pickup could become the majority of cafe sales for the foreseeable future. The biggest cafe chains built excellent mobile apps for easy repeat ordering and rewards that keep customers coming back. With Espressly, any cafe can have an app on par with the major chains.

    Media Contacts

    Christin Dorner

    Star Micronics America, Inc.

    cdorner@starmicronics.com

    (848) 216-3318

    Joe Capone

    Espressly

    joe@espressly.co

    (888) 312-2208

  • 4 Reasons Your Dispensary Needs to Start Delivering Now

    4 Reasons Your Dispensary Needs to Start Delivering Now

    Since 2012, cannabis has been legalized in 18 different states in the United States for people above 21. For medical and pharmaceutical purposes, however, the number rises to 38 states. This trend will only continue. According to an article by U.S. News, the following states have been or will be fully legalized by the end of 2022:

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    Check out this link to see a handy map and chart displaying the legality of cannabis per state. Now, just because the plant is fully legalized for adult use doesn’t mean you can just set up shop and start selling! Please check with your state and local laws before pursuing any business endeavor selling cannabis.

    The point is, as the plant is legalized more and people’s consumption increases, dispensaries will only continue to multiply, and competition will grow. Because of the pandemic, many dispensaries started providing cannabis delivery services to stay afloat. The move has since proved to be highly popular with consumers, and it’s helped dispensary owners not only stay in business during the shutdowns but greatly increase profits as well.

    And the trend isn’t going away.

    4 Reasons Why Your Dispensary Needs Delivery Service

    Cannabis delivery POS hardware.

    There are many reasons why starting a delivery service for your dispensary is the business-savvy thing to do, but here are four:

    INCREASE YOUR MARKET REACH

    To start, adding an online delivery marketplace for your dispensary will have you spending more time on the internet trying to reel in activity on your website. This will undoubtedly give you more exposure, whether you’re on social media or running digital ads. More people will eventually be interacting with your e-commerce store, which will drive more traffic toward it. The more exposure you have, the more people will know to visit your website and buy from your online dispensary.

    If you didn’t have a website before (hopefully, this isn’t the case), this will get your store online. If you did, adding a delivery service is simply another way to utilize your online space to drive more revenue. 

    There are so many apps these days designed specifically for cannabis delivery that it’s never been easier to try it out. A Google search will get you started.

    INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY

    Simply put: cannabis delivery services make it easier for your customers to receive your product. Especially if they are using cannabis for medical purposes, some people may not be able to get to your shop as easily as others. They also may be extra cautious about the pandemic because of current health issues.

    The truth is, we have no idea (and no business asking) why someone would rather have their cannabis goods delivered. But if we offer it as an option, we open our services to a segment of the market that may desperately need an alternative to physically entering a dispensary. They will show the love, too.

    INCREASE ORDER SIZE

    Next, delivering cannabis from your dispensary will increase your customers’ order sizes. People are busier than ever and may not spend as much time inside a physical dispensary as they could browsing your shop online. From anywhere, a customer can look through your e-commerce store a little in the morning, go about their day, and then browse a little during lunchtime, putting some items in their shopping cart.

    Then, later that evening, or whenever they want, they can go back and finally checkout, having their cannabis products delivered to their doorstep as they take care of other things around the house. It’s a beautiful thing.

    Also, people in stores may be limited by how much cash they have on them at the time. They also may feel rushed in a physical store. When I go out shopping with friends or family, it’s impossible to browse everything I want (or even visit the stores that I want). Having an online dispensary with delivery allows customers to take their time shopping.

    Because of this, they usually buy more.

    INCREASE BRAND AWARENESS

    Finally, starting a dispensary delivery service will increase awareness of your brand. Going digital puts your brand in front of way more eyeballs, helping to build recognition of your company with greater speed. There’s a reason more and more companies are moving their operations online, a trend that isn’t going away.

    When customers become familiar with your brand logo and get to know your offerings, your vibe, they are way more likely to buy from you. A fully functioning e-commerce website with delivery for your cannabis operations will put your brand out into the stratosphere way better than a physical store alone.

    Bottom Line: Cannabis Delivery Services Drive Revenue

    Cannabis delivery POS hardware.

    All the above reasons boil down to one: cannabis delivery services drive revenue. Whether your dispensary is getting more exposure or becoming more accessible to different types of customers, setting up a delivery service for your products will boost business. With all of that extra revenue, you can continue to grow, stay competitive, and ultimately stay profitable.

    An article from High There says it all: “States that have already legalized cannabis, like California, are seeing a spike in business thanks to the overwhelming convenience of cannabis delivery… What many are considering the next trend for cannabis business, delivery services can help surge revenue for the retailers that jump in to take advantage. The cannabis industry is already a record $10 billion and climbing. A particularly explosive section of this industry is almost exclusively the new cannabis delivery sector.”

    That was written in 2019 before the pandemic pushed states to legalize more delivery services across the country. If your dispensary isn’t getting in on a piece of the action, you’re missing out on a wide-open market. If your state allows cannabis delivery, then expand your operations’ reach, boost business, and stay ahead of your competition by starting a dispensary delivery service now.

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  • Star Micronics Introduces A New Line of POS Scales, the mG-T Series

    Star Micronics Introduces A New Line of POS Scales, the mG-T Series

    Star Micronics releases the mG-T12, mG-T30, and mG-T60 point-of-sale scales built for accuracy.

    Somerset, NJ – March 28, 2022 – Continuing its “Always Leading – Always Innovating” philosophy, Star Micronics presents its new line of point-of-sale (POS) scales, the mG-T Series. Star, an industry leader in POS and online ordering solutions, has expanded its offerings to include these versatile, easily-to-integrate scales.

    The mG-T Series of scales are ideal for many applications, from grocery to eCommerce, and come ready to use. They connect to POS systems effortlessly with Bluetooth or Serial connectivity and easily integrate on Windows, Android, or iOS operating systems. Built with the point-of-sale space in mind, these scales are NTEP and Measurement Canada Certified with Class III accuracy.

    The mG-T line has three different models, the mG-T12, mG-T30, and mG-T60, with maximum capacities of 12lbs(5.4kg), 30lbs(13.6kg), and 60lbs(27.2kg) respectively. With a trio of capacities available, these scales are perfect for grocery, shipping, retail, frozen yogurt and ice cream shops, or bulk sales of any kind. Even cannabis operations requiring larger weights of flower can use the mG-T scales.

    With the ability to connect to your POS checkout system, these scales are ideal for grocers looking to weigh:

    • Produce
    • Deli products
    • Butcher shops
    • Salad bars
    • Bulk items such as grains, nuts, dried fruit, candy, coffee or tea, etc.
    • Ice cream & frozen yogurt shops
    • Wash-and-fold laundry services
    • Farmer’s markets
    • And more!

     

    Having a simple, user-friendly interface, backlit LCD Screen, and auto power-off settings, their ease of use helps streamline POS operations, enhancing the customer experience with a hassle-free checkout.

    If you are ready to get scales that benefit your operations and can be integrated with your POS easily, please get in touch with Star Micronics.

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    About Star Micronics

    Star Micronics, a world’s leader in point of sale, has designated a portfolio of printing, secure cash management, scanners, scales, stands and customer engagement solutions for any retail or hospitality establishment in POS and mPOS environments. Embracing the mobility wave, Star’s complementary SDKs allow users to utilize Star in tandem with Android™, iOS iPad®, and iPhone® devices to generate receipts, Chit and label for its printers. In addition, Star Micronics is always leading and innovating, enabling web-based printing solutions, including remote cloud printing, wireless cash drawer solutions, proximity-based printing, and secure cash management. For more information, visit starmicronics.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or LinkedIn.

    Media Contact:

    Christin Dorner

    Star Micronics America, Inc.

    cdorner@starmicronics.com

    848-216-3318

  • Metro Payment Technologies Collaborates With Star Micronics to Offer Merchant Solutions for Businesses

    Metro Payment Technologies Collaborates With Star Micronics to Offer Merchant Solutions for Businesses

    Complemented with Star’s TSP654II and Value Series cash drawer, Metro Payment offers merchants a full range of products, services, and expertise to help streamline payment operations.

    Somerset, NJ – March 21, 2022 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point-of-sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is proud to announce that Metro Payment Technology supports Star’s TSP654II and Value Series cash drawers. Metro Payment Technologies offers merchants a one-stop shop for their business needs and a menu of services to add value to the relationship.

    Metro Payment Technologies provides merchants with a full-service payment solution, including a personal sales and support representative to provide processing support. The software offers customer support, installation, check recovery, industries served, franchise opportunities, and merchant cash advances to deliver service excellence unmatched within the industry.

    By integrating with Star’s TSP654II, Metro Payment Technologies offers a high-speed thermal receipt printer with CloudPRNT, which enables the printer to retrieve and print orders directly from online ordering services. Using Star’s Value Series cash drawer, Metro Payment offers customers a cost-effective cash management solution with robust storage, durable steel, two available interfaces, and dual media slots for extra storage.

    “Metro Payment is eager to partner with Star Micronics to offer customers a payment solution with excellent customer service. Their high-quality products help to offer our customers a POS solution to fit their individual needs.”

    Joan Winnington, Director of Operations and Marketing

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    About Star Micronics

    Star Micronics, one of the world’s largest POS providers, has designated a portfolio of printing, secure cash management, and customer engagement solutions for any retail or hospitality establishment in POS and mPOS environments. Embracing the mobility wave, Star’s complementary SDKs allow users to utilize Star printers in tandem with Android™, and iOS iPad® and iPhone® devices to generate receipts for all its printers. Always leading, and always innovating, Star Micronics enables web-based printing solutions including remote cloud printing, wireless cash drawer solutions, proximity-based printing, and secure cash management. For more information, visit https://starmicronics.com/ or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or LinkedIn.

    About Metro Payment Technologies

    Metro Payment Technologies offers and supports a wide range of products for your ePayment processing needs. ePayment solutions come in all shapes and sizes, with lots of bells and whistles to choose from. We offer a wide range of terminal and PC solutions that accept credit/debit cards, contactless payments, and checks, while offering the flexibility you need. Our focus has always been on providing the best customer service in the industry since 1998. We offer customizable POS Software that can be privately branded for our merchants as well as customer-facing payment portals. Metro is your one-stop solution for all your payment processing and technology needs.

    Media Contacts

    Christin Dorner

    Star Micronics America, Inc.

    cdorner@starmicronics.com

    (848) 216-3318

    Joan Winnington

    Metro Payment Technologies

    jwinnington@metropaytech.com

    (302) 838-9100 Ext. 102