TECH
IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND
YOUR POS ISN’ T JUST A TILL – IT’ S THE ENGINE ROOM OF YOUR BUSINESS. SO CHOOSE SMART TECH THAT POWERS PROFITS, SMOOTH SERVICE, AND GUEST DELIGHT.
In an industry where margins are tight and guest expectations are rising, the point-of-sale( POS) system has quietly become one of the most important decisions a hospitality or F & B operator can make. No longer just a till on a counter, the modern POS has evolved into a full operational command centre – one that can shape everything from efficiency and profitability to guest experience and longterm growth.
What matters most in a modern POS?
According to Sodieq Barendse, founder of the South African digital platform Pekkish, a strong POS“ should do more than ring up sales – it should make your whole operation smoother.” That starts with usability.
“ Your team should be able to learn it fast and use it anywhere – from the counter to the table, even via WhatsApp,” he explains.
He highlights a few essentials every operator should insist on:
• Flexible payment options:“ Guests should be able to pay their way – whether that’ s cash, card, QR or wallet.”
• Live reporting: Real-time visibility into sales, stock, and performance.
134 TRADE & TASTE / 2026