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The industry challenges to running a restaurant, bar, catering service (and other food and beverage companies) are many. We've researched start-up costs & loans, equipment financing, point-of-sale systems, menu designs, and other software tech products to help you succeed. Take a look at the list of resources below!

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Best Restaurant POS Systems

When it comes to choosing a point of sale system for your full-service restaurant, there’s a lot more at stake than you might initially think.

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Best Retail POS Systems

In retail, your POS system isn’t just a cash register. It’s your lifeline to sales reports, inventory management, customer loyalty, and a whole lot more. These seven retail POS systems make running your business less stressful and more profitable.

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8 Cheapest Credit Card Processing Companies & Low-Cost Merchant Services

Looking to save money on credit card processing costs? Read our overview of the most affordable (and reliable) processors in the industry.

Best POS Systems For Bars

Looking for a POS system that can keep up with your bar or nightclub? Learn what features are most important in vetting providers and discover the best bar-specific POS systems.

Best Coffee Shop POS Systems

Coffee shops are busy places, and you need a POS that can keep up. Here’s the cream of the crop when it comes to point of sale software for cafes and coffee shops, and all the features you should be on the lookout for.

Best Credit Card Processors For Canadian Small Businesses

Finding a credit card processor is challenging no matter what country you’re in. Canadian business owners should check out these great options — plus learn which merchant account companies they should avoid at all costs.

Virtual Terminal Credit Card Processing: Best Options For Small Businesses

Whether you run a service business that mostly interacts with clients over the phone, a retail or restaurant business that regularly takes phone orders, or you just want to offer your customers more ways of settling billing with you, a virtual terminal may be a savvy choice.

Best Free POS Software For Small Business

Can a free POS system really cut it for small businesses? Check out our run-down of the best free point of sale apps, their limitations, and their advantages, to find one that works for you!

Best POS Systems For Mac

When selecting POS software for Mac, there are a few factors to consider. Not only should your software fit within your budget, but it should also be intuitive, easy to use (and teach to employees), and have the features you need to make business operations more efficient.

Best Free Restaurant POS Systems

Whether you want a modern way to accept multiple forms of payment or you’re ready to take your business to the next level with features such as online ordering, we cover it all. From pizzerias and franchises to cafes and bars, there’s a no-cost software option out there for you.