September 2019 – Customer Services POC

Retail Point of Sale Software as a Service

Posted on September 22, 2019 by blogger

Many retailers, such as clothing or apparel, footwear, and sporting goods companies that have multiple locations require retail point of sale software systems. The type of system required in today’s up-to-the minute world is immediate. Real-time information can make the difference between a sale and a loss. Being able to get the right items at the right time and place are invaluable to such companies. However, especially in the current economic climate, one doesn’t want to have to pay through the nose for such services.

Finding a company that offers software as a service is the ultimate for retail point of sale system software. Affordable service with highly trained technical support is essential. A business needs to have all of its locations linked together with the ability to easily manage the operations of each store without wasting time. Being able to immediately know what is on hand, in transfer or on order is essential to such system software. The benefits of this instant information include increased sales. One can see that if a customer is interested in a particular item in a particular size he wants it now. If it is not in the current location but you can immediately know where it is and how long it will take to get it in, you are more likely to retain that customer at that retail point of sale.

Another benefit of retail point of sale software is reduced costs. If double ordering can be eliminated through instant knowledge of real-time inventory, this is an immediate cost reduction. Knowing what is selling and what is not selling on a day-to-day basis throughout all locations is invaluable. Being able to order ?on-the-fly’ items that are hot sellers will reduce costs and increase profits. Lack of information is often costly, so having everything you need and want to know at your fingertips can also greatly reduce costs. As sales are increased and costs are reduced, then profitability goes up.

Rather than paying through the nose for a high priced company with expensive hardware and long-term contracts, one can hire a reasonably priced company that has short-term contracts and a minimum of hardware required. Such a retail point of sale system software company can offer easy support as they manage your system and allow you to manage your business. Short-term contracts allow you to better manage your money without being tied into a system that you have never tried before. As you research the retail point of sale system service companies, you will also want to use companies that have an excellent track record with thousands of worldwide installations.

Making certain that your current system is compatible with the retail point of sale system that is available is extremely important to you. Whether you use Windows, Java or UNIX applications, you want to be able to interface with them. If you use a PC or a Mac, you will want your new real-time inventory system to work with the computer operating system that you know and understand. This is all possible, and once you have begun using your newly integrated retail point of sale system software, you will wonder how you ever got along without it.

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New York Locksmith

Posted on September 18, 2019 by blogger

New York Locksmith has a team of mobile service vehicles providing 24 hours 7 days a week service for our customers in the New York area, every day of the year, rain or shine. Our technicians have been bonded, insured and certified to work on all makes and models of locks, safes, transponder keys, remotes and ignition locks. New York Locksmith security expert technicians are certified and qualified in installations, repairs and maintenance of CCTV Surveillance, Access Control Systems, Burglar Alarms, Buzzer Systems, and Window Gates. At New York Locksmith our customers are top priority and we guarantee every request is met with courtesy, professionalism, and integrity. Every customer receives the same high level, quality service. We are proud to offer a 90 days warrantee on every service and product available from New York Locksmith.

Our Services Include: Lockout Service for Emergency Situations Replacing/Repair of All Automobile Ignitions and Keys Home/Auto/Business Lockout Service Break-In/Burglary Lock Repair/Replacement/Installation High Security Locks/Panic Bars/Door Closers/Push Plates/Install/Repair/Replace Keyless Entry Systems Safe Opening File Cabinet Locks Opened/Repaired/Replaced Replacing Missing VAT System Keys/ Transponder Keys Install/Repair/Replace/Re-Key All Lock Mechanisms/Systems Car Keys Made On-Site/Broken Key Extraction/Laser/Transponder/VAT/Cut Keys AND Much More

New York Locksmith Commercial Services:

New York Locksmith has proven over the years, unique locksmith and security satisfaction of our commercial customers. New York Locksmith guarantees to resolve any commercial locksmith needs you have, in a timely, affordable manner. New York Locksmith offers a 90 day warrantee on every service and product. Our technicians use their experience in all aspects of commercial locksmith and security environments from a simple re-key of an office door to the full installation of high-tech security systems. You will always receive the best from New York Locksmith, and that includes the availability of name brand products delivered by knowledgeable technicians.

Residential Services:

You never have to worry about waiting around for hours because you are locked out of your house, we have technicians 20 minutes or less away from any neighborhood in the New York area. Our expert technicians can be there to open your lock, repair a lock, or replace a Master Lock system after a break-in. New York Locksmith is there when you are flustered, in a hurry, or frightened and can install top of the line security systems in your home to prevent further criminal activity. New York Locksmith carries a wide selection of name brand products from top of the line manufacturers of locksmith and security products. We know how crucial the safety and security of your family, home, and property are to you.

Automotive Services:

Performing at the highest standard possible our technicians re-code and replace your automobile keys and gain access to any vehicle. We have the resources and products for the latest technology in key requirements for any car or truck. When you are locked out of your car, you can count on a quick response from our mobile service vehicles. New York Locksmith has the largest inventory in the New York Area, experience, cutting edge equipment, capability, and the latest technology; all in the hands of our dedicated locksmiths. Call New York Locksmith today for your locksmith and security needs for a free estimate at (888) 990- 9980 or visit us online at NYLOCKSMITH247.COM.

Why Your March Sales Suck

Posted on September 3, 2019 by blogger

Journal entry: December 10, 2009
“My calendar is full and my sales are on track. Looks like Ill end the year ahead of target. This means my boss will finally stop bugging me to get my sales on track. After several years of developing my client base, Im making headway. That means I can finally relax and start taking it a bit easier. I cant coast but the momentum should carry me well into next year and by then Ill have even more customers to which will make it easier to reach my quotas.”

Journal entry: March 21st, 2010
“Sales are below target and it doesnt look like Ill reach my quota this month. I was on track earlier this year but now it seems like Ive lost my momentum. I thought the recession was over and that business was supposed to improve. Companies are still reluctant to move forward and the people I have sold to arent reordering. Guess Ill have to step it up a notch to get back on track. It seems like this is a never-ending roller coaster ride.”

Sound familiar?

Its a very common problem that far too many sales people encounter. They forget that the action they takeor fail to taketoday, will affect their results several months down the road. They get caught up in the “moment” and fall into the trap of reducing their prospecting efforts when they are busy or when sales are on an upswing. They mistakenly believe that their sales will continue to improve even though they cut back on prospecting. Unfortunately, this creates the “peaks and valleys” syndrome whereby the sales person has a great month followed by one or two month of mediocre performance. As sales decline, the rep increases his/her efforts and a few months later their sales begin to improve again. As their sales start to climb, they scale back on hunting for new business. And they continue the pattern.

Unfortunately, every company and every person has to work at generating new business. Age, experience, seniority or expertise does not exempt you from this. I recall a conversation with a colleague who said, “Ive been at this for 20 years; I feel a sense of entitlement and I dont feel that I should have to work this hard to get new business.” We have all seen and heard about companies who went out of business after several decades of success. The business landscape constantly changes. New competitors enter the marketplace and erode our customer base. Products, services and solutions that were once state-of-the-art are now obsolete. And customers who were once loyal to you and your company abandon ship and no longer buy your product, service or solution.

This all means that you need to take consistent action to generate new business leads, regardless of how long you have been selling and how well established your business is. When my wife first started her business almost 15 years ago, her accountant suggested that she invest a specific amount of time each week marketing her business. It was wise advice then, and with the increase in competition that most businesses now experience, his words are even more valuable today.

This is even more important if you work with only a few customers and each company represents a large portion of your revenue. Many sales people and companies have found themselves scrambling to find new sources of revenue because a major client stopped using their services. Its a tough wake-up call that can be prevented by avoiding the complacency trap and assertively prospecting for new business on a regular basis.

So, what do you need to do to ensure that your sales dont suck in March?

It is essential that you block time in your schedule for prospecting. Otherwise one of two things will happen. First, the busyness of your day will take over and you wont invest time on prospecting activities. Or, you will spend too much time in just one area and will neglect other opportunities to prospect. Its easy to get caught up servicing your existing customers, dealing with emails, and other tasks. Whether you make cold calls, send direct mail campaigns, attend networking functions, ask for referrals, give presentations, or participate in social media; you need to determine exactly what type of prospecting activity you will do each day/week. Control and manage your time by blocking each activity in your calendar as an appointment. If you are diligent at keeping these prospecting appointments, your March sales wont suck.