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Everything UAE Retailers and Hospitality Businesses Should Know Before Upgrading

It might appear intimidating to replace your point of sale system in the UAE when you've already invested in hardware from a previous provider. As little wonder, most entrepreneurs question: Can I reuse my old hardware when switching to a new EPOS system? And more importantly—is it worthwhile?

Here, we will answer this question from the cost, the compatibility, and the performance angle—specifically for UAE retail and hospitality industry businesses. We will also address how to choose the most suitable EPOS system for small business environments, and whether you can get by with affordable EPOS systems meeting your industry needs without requiring expensive new har

Dubai has historically operated at the intersection between luxury retail and high-end hospitality. As consumer behaviours change due to the pandemic and new competition emerges in the region, the local retail and hospitality businesses are reconsidering how they function.

One of the most important changes taking place often behind the scenes? The emergence of smart EPOS systems.

We at EPOS Direct Dubai, note that more retail stores, restaurants, and service providers across the UAE are transferring from legacy till systems to intelligent EPOS systems, not only for modernization, but for relevance.

Let's look at three fundamental reasons to consider a smart EPOS system, and how the hospitality and retail businesses in Dubai can take