Additions to the mCollection, SteadyLAN, kiosks, hospitality solutions, and more to be demonstrated at booth #5419
Somerset, NJ – Jan. 6, 2020 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point of sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is excited to attend NRF 2020 where it will demonstrate the latest additions to its mCollection, cutting-edge solutions for retail and hospitality, and leading self-service kiosks at booth #5419.
Star is excited to unveil two new mCollection products at NRF 2020: a new model of mPOPTM featuring a Flat Bill cash drawer, as well as SteadyLAN, an industry-first technology for tablet POS which provides reliable power and network access through one cable connection. The mCollection also includes a variety of mPOS solutions including the mC-Print2 and mC-Print3, as well as mUnite stands, mG-Scales, and peripherals such as barcode scanners and customer displays. PromoPRNT, Star’s value-add receipt marketing tool, will be demonstrated along with these technologies.
In addition to Star’s newest technologies, there will be three mock stores in Star’s booth: two retail shops featuring Star’s mPOP, mUnite Stands, mC-Print2/mC-Print3, cash drawers, and mobile printers; and a coffee shop featuring Star’s TSP654IIBi, mG-Scales, cash drawers, mUnite stands, and self-service kiosks.
“The Star team is looking forward to both reconnecting with current partners, and building new connections, at NRF 2020,” said Christophe Naasz, Director of Business Development at Star. “We’re excited to show the industry our latest mPOS solutions which are paving the way for retailers in the new decade.”
Somerset, NJ – August 13, 2019 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point of sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is proud to announce that Square has added support for Star’s mG-S8200 scale. Square continues to offer their customers a sleek, unified look in their point of sale with the latest functionality of an integrated scale for sell-by-weight items.
Square Point of Sale is the trusted solution that business owners rely on to help them run their entire business and never miss a sale. With Square’s recent launch of decimal quantity support and the new integration of Star’s new mG-S8200 Scale, Square is now able to offer a weighing solution that communicates directly with the point of sale. This integration will help to eliminate the risk of human error when calculating weight and cost amounts and speed up the checkout process, resulting in shorter lines for the buyers. This solution will provide benefit to yogurt shops, candy stores, delis, and much more.
Star Micronics mG-S8200 is the new large-capacity scale from Star’s mCollection, measuring up to 18 pounds. The scale is NTEP certified, making it legal for trade and offers USB, Bluetooth, or Serial connectivity. The mG-S8200 also offers both wired, or battery-powered options making it perfect for portable use such as farmer’s markets or pop-up shops.
“Star Micronics is very excited to see Square adding support for our new mG-S8200 scale,” says Christophe Naasz, Director of Business Development at Star Micronics. “This will provide retailers with a simplified solution for weighing and selling items, and streamlined operations.”
IndicaOnline, with Star Micronics mG-S322 scale, offers a simple, streamlined solution for cannabis point of sale
Somerset, NJ – August 9, 2019 – Star Micronics, a leading manufacturer of mobile, point of sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is proud to announce that IndicaOnline has added support for the new mG-S322 scale. Already supporting many of Star’s other printing peripherals, IndicaOnline can now offer a full solution for the point of sale at cannabis dispensaries.
IndicaOnline is a marijuana point of sale and delivery app for dispensaries. The platform allows dispensaries to streamline their business with inventory, sales, staff management, and e-commerce, along with digital signage displays for pricing and the patient queue. The IndicaOnline platform also offers an electronic medical record (EMR) system for medical marijuana physicians.
Star Micronics mG-S322 scale is a part of the new mCollection, including a unified and connected line of hardware for retail point of sale. The scale is NTEP-certified, making it legal for trade in the U.S., with Class II Accuracy for the cannabis industry. With multi-interface support (BLE, USB, and Serial) and the ability to operate with iOS, Android, and Windows, the mG-S322 provides the ideal solution for cannabis dispensaries.
“Integrating with the Star Micronics mG-S322 scale is going to provide a hassle-free way for our dispensary clients to precisely weigh and price their inventory,” says Steven Lynn, Director of Marketing for IndicaOnline.
Somerset, NJ – July 22, 2019 – Star Micronics, a leading global manufacturer of mobile, point of sale (POS), and customer engagement technology solutions will be showcasing and demonstrating a range of featured products and software at RSPA RetailNOW at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, TX, from July 28th through the 31st. RSPA is the only association dedicated to connecting players in the Point of Sale technology industry. Star Micronics will be exhibiting at booth #214.
Featured products and services include:
PromoPRNT – a seamless way for retailers to create and design printed promotions and receipts.
mUnite stands – durable steel POS solution stands that offers both function and style.
mCollection – a collection of durable, stylish printers and accessories designed to be easy to use.
CloudPRNT – a modern way for users to print to Star printers directly through a cloud service.
Star Micronics will also be hosting the following partners in their booth:
Zuza on mPOP – Zuza works with hundreds of processors and ISVs making its sales channels one of the fastest growing in the industry.
Vend on mC-Print2 and mC-Print3 – Vend is the retail management software that’s taken retail to the cloud.
OrderOut on mC-Print3 – OrderOut integrates third party food delivery platforms directly to a restaurant’s Point of Sale and kitchen printer.
eMobilePOS on TSP654II BTi – A pioneer and leader in mobile POS, eMobile offers full-featured mobile POS software for Android, Apple iOS, and Windows smartphones and tablets.
eTouchMenu and Kiosk Innovations on SK1-21 and SK1-31 – eTouchMenu is a pioneer in digital menu technology, transforming traditional paper menus into immersive digital menu experiences. Kiosk Innovations is a self service interactive kiosk manufacturer that designs and fabricates bill pay financial kiosk, retail kiosk, check-in kiosk, ticketing kiosk, and more.
Cravrr on mG-S8200 – Cravrr is an Android-based POS that helps customers to digitize their restaurants.
“The RSPA RetailNOW show allows Star to connect with industry leaders, our many ISV and VAR partners, as well as form new connections,” says Michael Flores, Channel Partner Manager for Star Micronics. “I look forward to joining the Star team at this event and showcasing our innovative mCollection line, along with learning what is next for point of sale.”
Star Micronics would also like to invite attendees and exhibitors to join them for their Star Partner Party on Sunday, July 28th at 8:00pm CST at Mad Dogs. Please click here to register.
It’s hard to believe it, but it’s almost time for RSPARetailNOW 2019! RSPA is the only association dedicated to connecting players in the point of sale technology industry, and we’re excited to attend. The show, which is being held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas, will take place July 28th through the 31st.
So – what’s new with Star this year at RetailNOW? We’re glad you asked. Check out the featured products and services below that we’ll be demonstrating:
PromoPRNT allows retailers to automatically create printed promotions in addition to receipts. These incentives and bonuses are delivered directly to shoppers’ hands, boosting customer retention and notifying customers of new deals and promotions.
Built to accompany the mCollection line of mPOS printers, cash drawers, scales, and peripherals, these durable steel stands are compatible with any tablet manufacturer, are easy to set up, and come in either black or white to match existing POS systems.
A collection of durable, stylish printers and accessories designed to be easy to use. The collection also provides easy integration for ISVs through Star’s SDK software.
A modern way for users to print to Star printers directly through a cloud service. CloudPRNT eliminates the need for an extra tablet to send an online order to the printer. Instead, the ordering service will be able to communicate directly to the printer.
We’ll also be highlighting solutions from some of our partners, including:
Zuza on mPOP: Zuza works with hundreds of processors and ISVs making its sales channels one of the fastest growing in the industry.
Vendon mC-Print2 and mC-Print3: Vend is the retail management software that’s taken retail to the cloud.
OrderOut on mC-Print3: OrderOut integrates third party food delivery platforms directly to a restaurant’s Point of Sale and kitchen printer.
eMobilePOS on TSP654II BTi: A pioneer and leader in mobile POS, eMobile offers full-featured mobile POS software for Android, Apple iOS, and Windows smartphones and tablets.
eTouchMenu and Kiosk Innovations on SK1-21 and SK1-31: eTouchMenu is a pioneer in digital menu technology, transforming traditional paper menus into immersive digital menu experiences. Kiosk Innovations is a self-service interactive kiosk manufacturer that designs and fabricates bill pay financial kiosk, retail kiosk, check-in kiosk, ticketing kiosk, and more.
Cravrr on mG-S8200: Cravrr is an Android-based POS that helps customers to digitize their restaurants.
Take back your counter space with the sleek mUnite Stands and mCollection devices from Star
Somerset, NJ – July 9, 2019 – Star Micronics, a leading global manufacturer of mobile, point of sale (POS), and customer engagement technologies, is pleased to announce the addition of the mUnite solution stand series to its mCollection lineup. The mUnite stands are designed to deliver a space-saving cable management solution with a clean aesthetic, bundling all point of sale devices into one visually cohesive solution.
The mUnite stands offer retailers, restaurateurs, and hospitality providers a way to optimize counter space, while modernizing the aesthetic of the point of sale. The definition of function and style, mUnite POS solution stands are built to accompany the mCollection line of mPOS printers, cash drawers, scales, and peripherals. With three models available, mUnite 3 for the mC-Print3, mUnite POP for the mPOP, and the mUnite POS for the TSP143III/TSP654II, business owners can choose which stand best suits their new or existing point of sale hardware.
Featuring a cable-free construction, the stands are cleverly designed to hide all of the cables that keep devices connected and route power supplies under the counter, increasing available counter space and decreasing clutter. Star’s new stands allow users to merge individual peripherals into one frame in a quick, easy, and clean setup.
Constructed from durable steel, the mUnite stands are compatible with any tablet enclosure featuring a 75- or 100-millimeter VESA mount, and are available in black or white. Customers may use their own tablet enclosure or purchase an optional enclosure from Star Micronics. A range of the most common tablet enclosures will be offered by Star Micronics, including enclosures for various generations of iPad, Samsung Tab, Microsoft Surface Go, and Microsoft Surface Pro. Please contact the Star Micronics sales team for more information.
Two additional accessories can be purchased separately, in a black or white finish that matches the mUnite stand. The first is a customer-facing VESA mount (75-millimeter or 100-millimeter) that accommodates a tablet that can be used in addition to the standard point of sale tablet. The second accessory is a blank customer-facing branding plate, which can display a brand logo at the point of sale.
“We are providing a flexible solution stand that can accommodate any tablet and is seamless in both form and function,” said Michael Hanson, the Executive Vice President at Star Micronics. “The mUnite POS solution stands provide the versatile, modern, and practical cable management that the industry needs.”
SOMERSET, NJ – APRIL 22, 2019 – Star Micronics, a leading global manufacturer of mobile, point of sale (POS), and customer engagement technology solutions will be showcasing and demonstrating a range of featured products and software at ETA TRANSACT, an impressive show where industry leaders and entrepreneurs gather to focus solely on the business of payments technology. TRANSACT is held on Tuesday, April 30th through Thursday, May 2nd in Las Vegas, Nevada. Star Micronics will be at booth #3509, displaying an assortment of industry-leading solutions and connecting with attendees.
Featured products and services include:
PromoPRNT– a seamless way for retailers to create and design printed promotions and receipts.
mUnite stands – durable steel POS solution stands that offers both function and style.
mCollection– a collection of durable, stylish printers and accessories designed to be easy to use.
CloudPRNT– a modern way for users to print to Star printers directly through a cloud service.
In addition to providing information on featured products and services, Star will be offering software demos for:
Zuza on mPOP –ZUZA works with hundreds of processors and ISVs making its sales channels one of the fastest growing in the industry.
CardFlight on TSP100IIIBi– CardFlight is a leader in payment technology and mobile point-of-sale solutions for merchant service providers, banks, and independent sales organizations.
eMobilePOS on SM-S230i– A pioneer and leader in mobile POS, eMobile offers full-featured mobile POS software for Android, Apple iOS, and Windows smartphones and tablets.
Acadia POS on mC-Print3– Acadia provides robust, cloud-based point-of-sale and business management solutions for retailers.
Star Micronics’ collection of printing and POS solutions are designed to align with the needs of business owners and support their brands.
“We are eager to connect with other industry leaders, technology innovators, and forward-thinkers in the payments industry. ETA TRANSACT is an ideal place to learn who and what is shaping the payments industry, and form lasting connections that promote mutual success,” says Christophe Naasz, Director of Business Development for Star Micronics.
Join Star Micronics at ETA TRANSACT 2019 and get an in-depth look at cutting edge software, solutions, and services that are making waves in the industry.
They’re Everywhere – and for Everyone: Realty-wise, food halls are popular among mall operators and real estate developers who see them as part of an experiential retail strategy. While some food halls are owned by the city and some are privately owned, they’re becoming a key feature in commercial, residential, and mixed-use buildings. On the consumer side of things, those who enjoy dining out – and eating authentic, delicious dishes – are an ideal food hall customer (in other words, almost everyone!).
They’re Cost-Efficient and Successful: Startup costs for restaurants are huge and a hard pill for many to swallow (it takes an average of $250,000 to open one). For many entrepreneurs, food halls are a far less risky, month-to-month rental option. Although the cost per square foot may be higher in a food hall than a standalone location, entrepreneurs get the added benefit of more foot traffic, a shared economy with other restaurants, and an aggregated social media following from the food hall – all which boils down to a better chance at succeeding. And the success of food halls certainly shows in the numbers: out of over 100 halls that have opened in America, only three have failed.
They’re Playing a Part in Urban Renewal: Food halls aren’t just good for restaurateurs – they’re great for their respective communities, too. In fact, they’re becoming a key element in revitalizing inner-city areas. One prime example of this is the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia, which accepts more food stamps than any other place in the city. Food halls are also being planned for smaller urban areas like Plano, Texas, Greenville, South Carolina, and Raleigh, North Carolina.
They’re Experiential: From incubation kitchens and event spaces to live music and art installations, food halls are the definition of experiential. When it comes to theme, some food halls share one theme (for example, one entire hall is French -themed). On the other hand, some contain a large, diverse variety of food and beverages to choose from. There’s a food hall for everyone!
Now on to the fun stuff – let’s take a look at eight of the coolest food halls in the U.S. (in no particular order).
“A Vibrant Community Hub Housing the Central Food Hall, Various Shops, Flats and Offices, All While Pointing Back to the Roots of its Inception”
Source: Atlanta Magazine
Located in the historic Sears, Roebuck & Co. building
Interesting Features: Crispy fish sandwich (with a different fish each day), edible cookie dough shop, old-fashioned candy store, carnival amusements and refreshments
Last week, we had the pleasure of attending and exhibiting at NRF 2019 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. The Star family was set up at booth #3601, and also took some time to explore the show floor and learn even more about the latest trends in retail. Here’s a look back at what we demonstrated in our booth, as well as some of the key trends we noticed around the show.
The Star Booth
Our booth this year was one of our best yet! We chose to create a mock shopping mall, complete with a candy store, apparel boutique, and even a sports stadium. In our “mall,” we demonstrated:
The mCollection:
One highlight of our NRF booth this year was our latest line of mPOS products, the mCollection. Built with the latest technology, the mCollection features sleek and modern printers, scales, and peripherals to offer the full hardware solution, for a variety of industries. The mCollection now also features its very own stand that unifies all of the peripherals and even hides all clunky cables. The lineup’s clean, sophisticated look (and high-end scales) lends itself perfectly to cannabis and confectionery markets, so that’s what we demonstrated this year at NRF!
PromoPRNT:
In-store marketing and customer retention are always hot topics that retail brands want to improve upon. To assist, Star created PromoPRNT, a value-added tool that allows retailers to engage and reengage customers where it matters the most – in the store! By offering printed promotions and information, you can encourage loyalty among customers, with the printer you already use. To educate NRF visitors on PromoPRNT, we set up an “In-Store Marketing” booth, and it was a hit.
Self-service kiosk technology was everywhere at NRF! The need for kiosk printers is quickly expanding as consumers prefer a more fast-paced experience. Star offers printing solutions to fit any kiosk – whether it be for ATMs, lottery, self-ordering, or retail.
Smart Displays:
Smart displays that incorporate dynamic data were another trend we spotted at NRF. An interesting example of this was a demo featuring electronic grocery shelf labels that displayed featured recipes, country of origin, competitors’ prices, and more.
Experiential Retail:
From a bar demo where you created your own drink, to a session focused on architecting an immersive customer environment, experiential retail was a hot NRF topic. Today’s consumers are looking for an authentic, hands-on shopping experience, and that trend was very clear this year at the show.
We had a blast at NRF 2019 and can’t wait for NRF 2020!
It’s that time of year again – it’s the final countdown to NRF 2019! Commonly referred to as Retail’s Big Show, NRF attracts thousands of retail professionals from across the globe. Built on the idea that retail should be an experience, not just an establishment, the show will highlight the latest and greatest retail trends and technologies.
So what does Star have in store for NRF 2019? A lot! We’ll be setting up an emulated shopping mall in booth #3601, where we’ll demonstrate our latest mobile point of sale (mPOS) product line, the mCollection, which includes printers, scales, and more. We’ll also be showing off our value-add promotional tool, PromoPRNT. Need more incentive to stop by? We’ll be raffling off Apple AirPods, and we’re hosting a champagne and dessert-themed networking party!
Here’s a closer look at what we’ll be displaying at our booth:
The mCollection
When you look around our booth at NRF 2019, you will certainly see our mCollection! Our latest mPOS series is designed to be sleek, compact in size, and the easiest to set up in the industry. The mCollection features a reliable and remarkable user experience, and multiple connectivity options (Bluetooth, CloudPRNT, Ethernet, and Lightning USB and traditional USB). Stop by our booth to discover the ways the mCollection is transforming industries like retail, hospitality, cannabis, and more.
PromoPRNT
The fun doesn’t stop there. We’ll also be demonstrating PromoPRNT, our value-add promotional tool, in our booth. PromoPRNT allows retailers of all sizes to create and manage custom printed receipt promotions from anywhere, increasing customer retention and personalizing the shopping experience. Learn more about PromoPRNT in this video:
Our Partners
Our partners make Star shine. Here are the ones we’ll be highlighting in our booth this year:
Appetize is a POS, inventory and analytics company transforming how enterprises manage and process guest transactions at scale. With an omni-channel approach, Appetize makes front of house transactions more intuitive through fixed, self-serve and handheld form factors, while providing robust kitchen and back office tools. Appetize will be demonstrated on Star’s TSP654IIBTi and SM-230i.
With Apptizer, any merchant can create the mobile storefront their business truly deserves in minutes, with no coding or technical knowledge needed. Apptizer also can be integrated with payment gateways, POS and e-commerce platforms as a mobile storefront, giving more agility and accessibility to bring in a mobile-first experience to retailers and SMBs. Apptizer will be demonstrated on Star’s TSP100IIIUSB.
Evoke helps brands engage with their customers in creative, innovative, dynamic and rewarding ways. They look after the entire process from start to finish and work closely with clients to understand their brand and their customers. Evoke will be demonstrated on Star’s TSP700IIU.
Mad Mobile is a mobile technology leader with a strong reputation for innovation and delivery. They are enabling major retailers to re-invent the store experience, where 90% of sales still occur, and bridge the digital gap between online and in-store. Mad Mobile will be demonstrated on Star’s SM-L300.
SuiteRetail enables retailers to better serve their customers. With SuitePOS, they have successfully made the in-store experience for employees and customers simple and efficient. In addition, payment transactions flow seamlessly, out-of-the-box, to sophisticated back-office ERP solutions such as NetSuite and Salesforce. SuiteRetail will be demonstrated on Star’s mC-Print3.
Vend is cloud-based POS and retail management software that lets retailers run their business in-store, online, and via mobile. Vend’s solution includes POS software, inventory management, e-commerce, customer loyalty, and reporting analytics. Vend will be demonstrated on Star’s mC-Print2 / mC-Print3.
Veras Retail creates in-store interactions between customers and retailers that are engaging, fun, profitable, and repeatable. They feel that a consumer’s relationship with a retailer (and thus their long-term impact to the retailer’s bottom line) is primarily forged in the in-store interactions with the products, the store staff, and the store’s physical environment. Veras Retail will be demonstrated on Star’s mC-Print3.
