Omnichannel sales
Omnichannel capabilities are an important factor when considering a POS solution. Shopify POS allows business owners to take their Shopify store into the real world with a number of useful features. The versatile retail POS can integrate with a range of powerful hardware options, including simple and portable Shopify card readers.
With Lightspeed POS, you can manage multiple systems remotely and on the go with an intuitive range of modern software tools. However, Lightspeed’s environment is specifically focused on a few established industries, while Shopify is more versatile.
With both Lightspeed and Shopify, you get access to a powerful POS terminal. Shopify lets you customize your point of sale to your business needs, with access to all your most-used apps, discounts, and products in one place.
With Lightspeed, you can access all of your features remotely from an iPad or mobile device, so you can track performance wherever you go.
With Shopify, you can:
Manage and fulfill pickup orders directly
Buy in store and send to customer
Buy online
Exchange and return in store
Access local delivery features
Attach QR codes to products
Lightspeed offers specialized tools like Lightspeed ecom to help you reach more customers online, while Lightspeed delivery connects you to various online delivery platforms like UberEats, JustEat, and Deliveroo.
Inventory and personnel management
From an inventory management perspective, Shopify ensures that you can create loan database purchase orders for suppliers and vendors, and access demand forecasting based on seasonality and performance. You can request transfers from other POS locations, track low stock, and discover suggestions for sale items as well.
The Shopify ecosystem comes with:
In-depth inventory analysis
Stock settings
Inventory counts
Inventory receiving counts
Detailed inventory reports also allow you to track trends and plan with confidence for the future.
With Lightspeed, you get a smart inventory management tracking system where you can import stock from each location and organize shipments from an eCommerce back office. There is also the option to sync inventory across all locations and centralize purchasing with integrated purchase orders.
For staff management, Shopify also has a lot to offer. Staff management tools include manager approvals, unlimited POS staff, and access to various roles and permissions. You can attribute sales to staff members, give POS PINs to staff, and track employee performance.
