So, you've decided to automate your retail business and don't know which software to use. To figure this out, you need to decide on the following:
The further choice will depend on how much you are willing to invest in software. Today, the market is overflowing with various solutions for automating retail organizations, and the pricing policy of products is very flexible. You should be aware that expensive software will not always be suitable for your needs. First of all, you need to decide what functions the program should perform, and whether it can be customized for additional business processes in the future.
When choosing a software solution, you can go two ways:
Both options have their pros and cons. When ordering custom software, you can be almost 100% sure that the product will completely satisfy you, since it will be written exclusively for your company, including such wishes as color scheme, button placement, etc. This is the main advantage of custom development. However, this positive aspect is offset by several negative factors. Firstly, program development can take from several months to a year, or even more. Secondly, the program requires constant refinement over time, which will cost additional money. Thirdly, you will be constantly dependent on the contractor. It's highly recommended to avoid ordering software from cheap programmers who promise trouble-free operation. Experience shows that the only things left are dissatisfied customers and broken projects. These "do-it-yourselfers" are hard to find, so it's better to pay more and trust the professionals. By choosing ready-made software, you're not tied to a single developer, and you'll spend significantly less money and time than ordering and developing custom software. Of course, choosing a ready-made product is no easy task, but given the current selection, you can always find a suitable option. First, ask the company representative about recent projects using their software. It's also worth inquiring about cases where a customer has upgraded from an old system to their program. Then, call these customers and ask their opinion on the product. Even though the reviews will be biased, you will still be able to compare the two products.
One of the main factors when purchasing a program is its support. Developers must take into account customer requests, complaints, requirements, and changes in legislation in order to release add-ons or new versions of the program. A hotline or other communication channel for resolving technical issues and a staff of specialists who can, if necessary, travel to your premises to troubleshoot problems are mandatory.
Currently, the optimal solution is the development of the Bulgarian company Microinvest. This is an inexpensive solution that can be implemented in both small retail outlets and large retail chains. The product is distinguished by its ease of setup and use, as well as a relatively low price. This is a boxed product, meaning a full-time programmer is not required for ongoing support; basic computer skills are sufficient. It supports a wide range of commercial equipment, and if necessary, the developers can tailor their solution to the required brand and modification within two weeks. The main advantage is the ability to download a demo version of the product from the official website and test it for a month, allowing you to experience all the pros and cons of the program without spending a penny. Technical support is available 24/7. You can get answers to all your questions, regardless of whether you are using the trial version or the licensed software. By the way, I would like to note that the demo version differs from the license only in that its validity is limited to two months, while all program functionality remains available without any restrictions. After purchasing a license, all subsequent updates can be downloaded for free! This software can be easily linked with the 1C:Enterprise software suite.
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