Running a retail business has never been simple. Between managing stock, serving customers, analysing sales and planning for growth, retailers rely heavily on their EPOS system to keep everything running smoothly. But what happens when that system becomes part of the problem instead with EPOS frustrations of the solution? For many retailers, frustration with their… Continue reading Is Your EPOS Frustrating You? Why Retailers Deserve Better in 2026
Switching your POS system can feel like performing open-heart surgery on your business. Your POS is the centre of your operations – sales, payments, stock, customers – so the idea of replacing it often sparks fears of downtime, data loss, or staff confusion. But here’s the good news: retailers can transition to a new POS… Continue reading A Retailer’s Guide to Switching POS Systems With Zero Downtime
In today’s retail landscape, customer loyalty is no longer built on punch cards or occasional discounts. Shoppers expect personalised experiences, seamless service, and brands that truly understand what they want. Luckily, the key to delivering all of this is already sitting inside your store: your POS system. As a business partner of Lightspeed, we at… Continue reading How to Boost Customer Loyalty with POS-Driven Insights
In today’s fast-paced retail world, your POS system should do more than process transactions – it should empower your business to thrive. Lightspeed is a powerful platform designed to streamline operations, connect sales channels, and enhance customer experiences. But like any sophisticated system, getting the most out of it requires expertise and ongoing support. That’s… Continue reading Partner with Datascan for Lightspeed Success
Turning Jewellery Retail Challenges into Seamless Success Running a jewellery business isn’t just about selling beautiful pieces – it’s about managing precision, trust, and relationships. Every gemstone, every customer, and every transaction matters. But behind the sparkle, many jewellers face the same struggles: outdated systems, manual stock tracking, and disconnected sales channels. That’s where Lightspeed… Continue reading Why Lightspeed is the Best Solution for Jewellery Stores
Inventory management confusion is quietly killing margins for fashion stores – missed sizes, empty online listings, and bloated safety stock lead to lost sales and unhappy customers. The fix? A retail platform that combines Lightspeed’s omnichannel POS with Datascan’s fast, accurate data-capture and inventory auditing. Here’s how it works – and how your store wins.… Continue reading How Fashion Retailers Stop Losing Sales to Inventory Chaos – and Win Back Control
Running a gift shop is rewarding – every customer leaves with something special. But behind the charm of beautiful displays and unique finds lies one of the biggest challenges gift shop owners face: managing inventory effectively. Inventory Chaos in Gift Shops Gift shops often carry a wide assortment of products – candles, books, jewellery, seasonal… Continue reading Solving the Inventory Headache: How Lightspeed Helps Gift Shops Thrive
Running a modern bike shop is about more than just selling bikes. Customers expect a smooth experience whether they’re buying a new bike, booking a repair, or ordering parts online. To meet these expectations, you need the right tools — and that’s where Lightspeed POS for bike shops comes in. At Datascan, we’re proud to… Continue reading Lightspeed: The Ultimate POS & Inventory Solution for Bike Shops in the UK
Technology is at the heart of modern retail operations, but when things go wrong, even a small IT issue can bring your business to a standstill. From frozen screens and Wi-Fi glitches to printer errors and POS problems, IT hiccups can quickly impact your staff’s productivity and your customers’ experience. The good news? With a… Continue reading Training Your Staff to Handle Basic IT Issues – How Datascan Can Help
In retail, time is money — and when your systems go down, the cost adds up fast. Whether it’s a crashed POS system, a network outage, or a hardware malfunction, IT issues don’t just disrupt your operations — they hit your bottom line. Let’s break down the real cost of downtime in retail — and… Continue reading The Real Cost of Downtime: How IT Issues Affect Retail Profits
