Protect Your System and Pocketbook by Reducing Fallback Errors from Credit Card TransactionsCredit card brands are constantly monitoring transactions for fraud and loop holes that criminals take advantage of. To protect everyone in the payment chain (card-holder, merchants, software companies, and processers), credit card brands update their policies and security frequently.Some credit card brands have …
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Database Connection Errors
Ever get database connection errors in the morning?Each day after close, it is a good idea to close the Order Entry program. This prevents database errors when Windows completes automatic updates in the middle of the night. Go to Order Entry > Manager > Exit. Do this on each computer. The desktop should be showing …
Text Tech Support
Support clients may have noticed a new icon on the computers called “POS Client Support.” This link goes directly to an online form to submit a tech support help ticket. Instead of calling the 877 tech support line, you can fill out the form and it will be directed to the tech on call.Here is …
Online Gift Card Program – Worldpay Gift+
Great news for clients using Worldpay – the online gift card program Gift+ is available and can be in place in a couple of weeks, just in time for holiday shopping. With the Gift+, restaurants can: Increase sales with online digital and physical gift cards. Boost sales with offers and deals like BOGO and discount …
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Supply Shortages and Hardware Maintenance
With the worldwide supply shortage, it is more important than ever to maintain hardware and keep it in good condition. Lead times are long, which could result in a long period of time without vital hardware to keep business moving. Keep printers clean of grease and debris. Open printer, take out paper, and shake out …
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Washington State Single-Use Plastic Bag Ban Coming Soon
Once the Washington State COVID-19 state of emergency is declared over, the state-wide ban on single-use plastic bags will go into effect. The ban was enacted to reduce the 2 billion single-use bags Washingtonians use each year. Plastic bags also cost retailers money, the plastic pollutes the environment, and plastic bags are a big problem …
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New Credit Card Reader Replacing VX805 Reader
The VX805 credit card reader has reached end of life and is no longer in production. The P400 chip reader replaces it with enhanced security features. Current VX805 units can continue to be used as long as they are working order. The P400 comes with a higher price tag than the VX805. so it is …
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Washington State Passes Extended Liquor License Legislation
Washington State passed E2SHB, which extends certain temporary liquor license privileges that were created during the pandemic. These include curbside service, alcohol delivery and takeout, premixed cocktails, and cocktail kits. Businesses are allowed to sell mini bottles of spirits as part of a kit without having to pay spirits and liter taxes, as long as …
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