## About LightMarket LightMarket is a South African lighting, electrical, and solar retailer and wholesaler serving both retail and trade customers nationwide. They supply LED lighting, electrical components, solar systems, and smart home products for homes, businesses, and trade projects, alongside their own brands like Bing Light and AfriSolar built for quality and value. As a family run business with decades of experience, LightMarket has grown through trust, technical expertise, and long term customer relationships, with a strong focus on innovation and scalable systems as they expand across South Africa. ## The Challenge With multiple branches and a wide product range, keeping stock accurate, tracking performance, and aligning systems across locations became harder. They needed a solution that could support growth without adding complexity. ## How Hike Helps It gives LightMarket one connected view of the business, making it easier to manage branches, track performance, and stay organised as they grow. These are the features LightMarket values the most: - Branch wide visibility Every location is connected, making it easy to oversee performance across the network. - Live stock control Inventory updates instantly, helping teams manage fast moving and technical products with confidence. - Performance tracking Clear reports show sales, margins, and growth without complicated data. - Seamless integrations Connects with tools like Shopify and Xero so sales, stock, and accounts stay in sync. - Anywhere access Being cloud based means managers can check in on the business anytime, from anywhere. ## The Result LightMarket now runs with structure and confidence. Teams work more smoothly, leaders make faster decisions, and customers get reliable service every time. With the right systems in place, LightMarket is set to keep expanding and shaping the future of lighting and energy solutions in South Africa. ## About Mondo Mondo Clothing is one of Nigeria’s most respected fashion brands, known for premium menswear and modern style. With multiple stores across major cities, Mondo serves customers who value quality, confidence, and consistency. Founded as a single store focused on quality and service, the brand has grown into a multi location business trusted by thousands every month. As Mondo expanded, more products, more staff, and more customers meant operations had to become smarter and more connected. ## The Challenge Managing stock across stores, tracking sales accurately, and keeping checkout fast became harder as Mondo expanded. Each location felt disconnected, and getting clear reports took time. ## How Hike Helps It brings all of Mondo’s stores into one system, fixing disconnected operations, slow reporting, and long checkout times. Everything updates in real time, giving the team control, clarity, and speed across every location. These are the features Mondo values the most: - Multi store control in real time All locations run on one system. Sales, stock, and staff activity update instantly, giving managers a clear view of every store at once. - Live inventory tracking Stock is always accurate. Mondo sees what’s selling fast, moves items between stores easily, and avoids running out or overstocking. - Faster checkout Billing is quick and smooth, even at peak hours. Shorter lines mean better customer experience and more sales. - Simple for staff Easy to learn and easy to use, helping staff work faster with fewer mistakes. - Clear useful reports Real time insights on sales, products, and staff help Mondo plan better and grow smarter. ## The Result Today, Mondo operates as one strong, connected brand. Customers enjoy faster service, staff work with confidence, and managers make decisions using live data. With the right system behind them, Mondo is set to keep growing, serving more customers, and leading the fashion retail space in Nigeria. # Blog Discover retail business tips, POS insights, and proven strategies to help you grow sales and run your store smarter. ## [How to Grow Customer Loyalty in Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-grow-customer-loyalty-in-retail/) [May 26, 2026](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-grow-customer-loyalty-in-retail/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Most retailers focus on getting new customers through the door. New customers mean new revenue,… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-grow-customer-loyalty-in-retail/) ## [How to Increase Profit in Your Retail Store: A Practical Guide](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-increase-profit-in-your-retail-store-a-practical-guide/) [May 13, 2026](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-increase-profit-in-your-retail-store-a-practical-guide/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) You’ve had a good month. Sales are up, the floor has been busy, and the… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-increase-profit-in-your-retail-store-a-practical-guide/) ## [Retail Inventory Management: The Mistakes That Cost You Sales (And How to Fix Them)](https://hikeup.com/blog/retail-inventory-management-the-mistakes-that-cost-you-sales-and-how-to-fix-them/) [May 4, 2026](https://hikeup.com/blog/retail-inventory-management-the-mistakes-that-cost-you-sales-and-how-to-fix-them/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Walk into most retail stores and everything looks fine on the surface. Products on shelves.… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/retail-inventory-management-the-mistakes-that-cost-you-sales-and-how-to-fix-them/) ## [What Payment Methods Should Your Store Accept in 2026?](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-payment-methods-should-your-store-accept-in-2026/) [April 28, 2026](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-payment-methods-should-your-store-accept-in-2026/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Payment Processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/payment-processing/) Your customers already know how they want to pay. [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-payment-methods-should-your-store-accept-in-2026/) ## [How to Choose the Best POS System for Your Business (2026 Guide)](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-best-pos-system-for-your-business-2026-guide/) [April 23, 2026](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-best-pos-system-for-your-business-2026-guide/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/) Choosing a POS system seems simple at first. [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-best-pos-system-for-your-business-2026-guide/) ## [Hike eCommerce: Online and In Store, Simplified](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-ecommerce-online-store-solution/) [January 6, 2026](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-ecommerce-online-store-solution/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[eCommerce](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/ecommerce/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Selling online is no longer the challenge [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-ecommerce-online-store-solution/) ## [Hike Update: September 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2025/) [September 2, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2025/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hey there! Hope you are well. Hike POS is proud to announce [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2025/) ## [Cloud POS vs Traditional POS: What’s Best for Your Business?](https://hikeup.com/blog/cloud-pos-vs-traditional-pos/) [August 7, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/cloud-pos-vs-traditional-pos/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) The world of Point of Sale (POS) [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/cloud-pos-vs-traditional-pos/) ## [Hike Update: August 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-august-2025/) [August 6, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-august-2025/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hey Retailblazers! Get ready to power up your store! [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-august-2025/) ## [iPad vs. Android POS: Which is Best for Your Business?](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-vs-android-pos/) [July 31, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-vs-android-pos/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Modern retail cash register on [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-vs-android-pos/) ## [The Rise of Omnichannel Retail: What It Means for Small Businesses](https://hikeup.com/blog/omnichannel-retail-for-small-businesses/) [July 28, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/omnichannel-retail-for-small-businesses/)By: [hikeup1](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hikeup1/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Remember the old-fashioned way [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/omnichannel-retail-for-small-businesses/) ## [Multi-Store Management Made Easy: A Retailer’s Guide](https://hikeup.com/blog/multi-store-management-guide-for-retailers/) [July 24, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/multi-store-management-guide-for-retailers/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Running a single retail store is [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/multi-store-management-guide-for-retailers/) ## [What is Hyper-Personalization?Strategies & Examples](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-hyper-personalization/) [July 21, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-hyper-personalization/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) In today’s competitive retail landscape [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-hyper-personalization/) ## [How to Open a Retail Store in 9 Steps](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-open-a-retail-store/) [July 17, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-open-a-retail-store/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Opening a retail store is one of the most [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-open-a-retail-store/) ## [Purchase Order Management:Steps and Tools](https://hikeup.com/blog/purchase-order-managementsteps-and-tools/) [July 14, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/purchase-order-managementsteps-and-tools/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) In the world of retail, effective purchase [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/purchase-order-managementsteps-and-tools/) ## [The Ultimate Guide to iPad POS and Mac POS Solutions for Retailers](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-and-mac-pos-for-retailers/) [July 10, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-and-mac-pos-for-retailers/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) In today’s tech-enabled retail environment [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-and-mac-pos-for-retailers/) ## [Customer Loyalty: How to Measure & Increase Loyalty](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-improve-customer-loyalty/) [July 7, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-improve-customer-loyalty/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Why Customer Loyalty Matters in [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-improve-customer-loyalty/) ## [What is Geo Targeting in Retail? A Useful Guide](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-geo-targeting-in-retail/) [July 3, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-geo-targeting-in-retail/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) In today’s dynamic and competitive [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-geo-targeting-in-retail/) ## [5 Proven Ways to Boost Sales in Food Trucks](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-ways-to-boost-food-truck-sales/) [June 30, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-ways-to-boost-food-truck-sales/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/) Running a food truck is exciting, but [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-ways-to-boost-food-truck-sales/) ## [How to Grow Your Retail Business: 7 Proven Strategies](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-grow-retail-business/) [June 26, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-grow-retail-business/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Growing a retail business isn’t just [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-grow-retail-business/) ## [What is Retail Cost Management? Tips to Manage Costs](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-retail-cost-management/) [June 23, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-retail-cost-management/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) From rising supply chain costs to [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-retail-cost-management/) ## [How BOPIS Works in Retail: Benefits, Examples & Setup Tips](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-bopis-in-retail/) [June 19, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-bopis-in-retail/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) In today’s fast-paced retail environment [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-bopis-in-retail/) ## [Top 8 Best POS Software in 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-pos-software/) [June 16, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-pos-software/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) What Is a POS Company? A POS (point of sale) company provides technology [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-pos-software/) ## [How to Start a Perfume Retail Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/start-perfume-retail-business/) [June 12, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/start-perfume-retail-business/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) The fragrance industry is booming, with global demand for perfumes steadily [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/start-perfume-retail-business/) ## [Hike Update: June 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-june-2025/) [June 9, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-june-2025/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hike POS’s Game-Changing June 2025 Feature Release is Here! Hey [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-june-2025/) ## [Make Jewelry Sales Shine with Mac POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/mac-pos-for-jewelry-stores/) [May 15, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/mac-pos-for-jewelry-stores/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Running a successful jewelry store requires more than beautiful displays [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/mac-pos-for-jewelry-stores/) ## [Handle Shoe Store Sales with Web POS Anywhere](https://hikeup.com/blog/web-pos-for-shoe-store/) [May 12, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/web-pos-for-shoe-store/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Running a modern shoe store today requires more than just shelves full [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/web-pos-for-shoe-store/) ## 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[The Benefits of Integrating Your POS with Accounting Software in 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/pos-and-accounting-integration/) [May 1, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/pos-and-accounting-integration/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Payment Processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/payment-processing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) In 2025, running a small business is all about working smarter, not harder [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/pos-and-accounting-integration/) ## [Bike Shop POS: The Key to Managing Sales, Repairs & Rentals Seamlessly](https://hikeup.com/blog/bike-shop-pos-to-manage-sales/) [April 28, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/bike-shop-pos-to-manage-sales/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Running a successful bike shop involves more than just selling bicycles [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/bike-shop-pos-to-manage-sales/) ## [Freshly Baked Efficiency with Bakery POS Systems Boosting Sales](https://hikeup.com/blog/bakery-pos-systems-to-boost-sales/) [April 24, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/bakery-pos-systems-to-boost-sales/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) In the bustling world of bakeries, efficiency is the secret ingredient to success [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/bakery-pos-systems-to-boost-sales/) ## [Streamline Your Gym with POS: Faster Check-Ins & Secure Payments](https://hikeup.com/blog/streamline-your-gym-with-faster-secure-payments/) [April 21, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/streamline-your-gym-with-faster-secure-payments/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Payment Processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/payment-processing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Introduction Running a gym requires more than just fitness expertise—it demands [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/streamline-your-gym-with-faster-secure-payments/) ## [The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Jewelry POS System](https://hikeup.com/blog/guide-to-choosing-the-best-jewelry-pos-system/) [April 17, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/guide-to-choosing-the-best-jewelry-pos-system/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Introduction Stepping into the world of jewelry retail often comes with its [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/guide-to-choosing-the-best-jewelry-pos-system/) ## [How to Start a Garment Business in 2025: Essential Steps](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-a-garment-business/) [April 14, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-a-garment-business/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Introduction Are you dreaming of launching your own garment business in 2025 [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-a-garment-business/) ## 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Starting [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-fashion-store/) ## [How a POS System Can Streamline Your Furniture Store Operations](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-pos-system-can-streamline-furniture-store/) [April 7, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-pos-system-can-streamline-furniture-store/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Introduction Running a furniture store comes with its own set of challenges [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-pos-system-can-streamline-furniture-store/) ## [The Benefits of Seamless eCommerce and POS System Integration](https://hikeup.com/blog/benefits-of-ecommerce-and-pos-integration/) [April 3, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/benefits-of-ecommerce-and-pos-integration/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Introduction Are you ready to boost your sales and streamline your operations [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/benefits-of-ecommerce-and-pos-integration/) ## [How to Start Your Boutique: Business plan, Investment, and Strategies](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-your-boutique/) [March 31, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-your-boutique/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Introduction Starting a boutique business is an exciting venture filled with creativity [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-your-boutique/) ## [Hike Update: April 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-april-2025/) [March 28, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-april-2025/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) New Features Designed Just for You—Because Your Voice Matters! At Hike [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-april-2025/) ## [The Importance of Accurate Wine Inventory Management for Wine Retailers](https://hikeup.com/blog/accurate-inventory-management-for-wine-retailers/) [March 27, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/accurate-inventory-management-for-wine-retailers/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Introduction For wine retailers, maintaining an accurate wine inventory is crucial [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/accurate-inventory-management-for-wine-retailers/) ## [Why Small Businesses Should Invest in Cloud-Based POS Systems](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-businesses-should-invest-in-cloud-pos/) [March 24, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-businesses-should-invest-in-cloud-pos/)By: [hikeup1](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hikeup1/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Introduction Running a small business can feel like juggling a dozen balls at [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-businesses-should-invest-in-cloud-pos/) ## [How a POS System Can Enhance Customer Experience in Your Restaurant](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-a-pos-can-enhance-a-restaurant/) [March 20, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-a-pos-can-enhance-a-restaurant/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Introduction Running a restaurant is no small feat, but providing a memorable [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-a-pos-can-enhance-a-restaurant/) ## [How a Mobile POS is Transforming the Cafe Experience](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-a-mobile-pos-transforms-the-cafe/) [March 17, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-a-mobile-pos-transforms-the-cafe/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) In today’s fast-paced world, customers expect a seamless and efficient [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-a-mobile-pos-transforms-the-cafe/) ## [5 Reasons Multi-Store Management Is a Breeze with a Cloud-Based POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-reasons-cloud-pos-simplifies-multi-store/) [March 13, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-reasons-cloud-pos-simplifies-multi-store/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Managing multiple store locations in retail can feel like juggling a thousand [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-reasons-cloud-pos-simplifies-multi-store/) ## [From Coffee Shops to Jewellery Stores: How a Cloud POS Adapts to Any Business Type](https://hikeup.com/blog/coffee-to-jewellery-stores-how-cloud-pos-adapts/) [March 10, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/coffee-to-jewellery-stores-how-cloud-pos-adapts/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Introduction Picture this: You’re sipping a latte at your favourite coffee shop [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/coffee-to-jewellery-stores-how-cloud-pos-adapts/) ## [Why Cloud POS is the Future of Retail Management](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-cloud-pos-is-future-of-retail/) [March 6, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-cloud-pos-is-future-of-retail/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) As the retail landscape evolves, technology plays a pivotal role in driving [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-cloud-pos-is-future-of-retail/) ## [AI in Retail POS: Enhancing Customer Experience and Efficiency](https://hikeup.com/blog/ai-in-retail-pos/) [March 3, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/ai-in-retail-pos/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, retailers are constantly on the hunt [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/ai-in-retail-pos/) ## [Top 5 POS Systems for Retail Businesses in 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-5-pos-systems-for-retail/) [February 28, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-5-pos-systems-for-retail/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Introduction Welcome to 2025, where retail businesses are thriving with [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-5-pos-systems-for-retail/) ## [Why Every Retail Business Needs a Modern POS Solution](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-every-retail-business-needs-modern-pos/) [February 27, 2025](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-every-retail-business-needs-modern-pos/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Introduction In today’s fast-paced retail environment, staying ahead [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-every-retail-business-needs-modern-pos/) ## [What Is Inventory Management? 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Thank you all for your love [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2024/) ## [“Tech Made Simple: The Best POS Systems for Small Business Owners Who Struggle with Technology”](https://hikeup.com/blog/best-pos-systems-for-small-business-owners/) [October 14, 2024](https://hikeup.com/blog/best-pos-systems-for-small-business-owners/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) As a small business owner, the thought of implementing advanced technology like a Point [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/best-pos-systems-for-small-business-owners/) ## [Why your Franchise needs Multi-Outlet POS? – Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-your-franchise-needs-multi-outlet-pos-hike/) [August 1, 2024](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-your-franchise-needs-multi-outlet-pos-hike/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) In today’s fast-paced retail world, running a franchise with multiple locations or managing several outlets [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-your-franchise-needs-multi-outlet-pos-hike/) ## [Top 23 Advantages of using a cloud-based POS System](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-23-advantages-of-using-a-cloud-based-pos-system/) [July 29, 2024](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-23-advantages-of-using-a-cloud-based-pos-system/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) In today’s fast-paced and competitive business world, having the right tools can make all the… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-23-advantages-of-using-a-cloud-based-pos-system/) ## [Starting a vape shop? 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Thank you all for your love [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-january-2024/) ## [Hike Update: November 2023](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-november-2023/) [December 1, 2023](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-november-2023/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hello everyone, Hope you are well! Firstly, thank you all for your love [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-november-2023/) ## [Hike Update: August 2023](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-august-2023/) [August 1, 2023](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-august-2023/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hello everyone, Hope you are well! Thank you for being a loyal customer [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-august-2023/) ## [Hike Update: May 2023](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-may-2023/) [June 20, 2023](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-may-2023/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hi everyone, Hope you are well! Let us thank you all for your [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-may-2023/) ## [Hike Update: July 2022](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-july-2022/) [July 22, 2022](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-july-2022/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hi everyone, It’s been a busy year and we thank you all for [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-july-2022/) ## [Hike Update: April 2022](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-april-2022/) [April 20, 2022](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-april-2022/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hello Everyone, It’s certainly not an April Fools joke when we say that 2nd release of the… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-april-2022/) ## [Hike Update: January 2022](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-january-2022/) [January 31, 2022](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-january-2022/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hi everyone, Welcome to 2022 and we hope you’ve had a great start to the year!… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-january-2022/) ## 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In the past month, [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/april-2021-newsletter/) ## [March 2021 Newsletter](https://hikeup.com/blog/march-2021-newsletter/) [March 25, 2021](https://hikeup.com/blog/march-2021-newsletter/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hi, everyone. We didn’t make much noise in [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/march-2021-newsletter/) ## [Clearent & Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/clearent-hike/) [March 17, 2021](https://hikeup.com/blog/clearent-hike/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Payment Processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/payment-processing/) Accept credit cards payments with flexibility & affordability [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/clearent-hike/) ## [Top Checkout Counter Ideas to Boost Your Retail Store](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-checkout-counter-ideas-to-boost-your-retail-store/) [February 17, 2021](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-checkout-counter-ideas-to-boost-your-retail-store/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) When did you last consider the appearance [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-checkout-counter-ideas-to-boost-your-retail-store/) ## [Hike Update – January 2021](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-january-2021/) [January 13, 2021](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-january-2021/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hi everyone, hope everyone had a safe and fruitful holiday. [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-january-2021/) ## [Hike Update – November 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-november-2020/) [December 18, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-november-2020/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hello everyone! The year 2020 is almost over and holidays [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-november-2020/) ## [Hike Update – October 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-october-2020/) [November 3, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-october-2020/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Welcome to the October newsletter of Hike updates. [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-october-2020/) ## [Hike Update – September 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2020/) [September 16, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2020/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Hello everyone! Welcome to Hike’s latest newsletter. [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2020/) ## [Hike teams up with Square to combine the cutting-edge payment processing and point of sale capabilities](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-for-square/) [August 24, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-for-square/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Want more from your payment processing? We’re thrilled to announce Hike’s integration with Square [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-for-square/) ## [Give your customers the power to buy now and pay later, interest free. Increase sales and customer satisfaction. It’s a win-win!](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-for-afterpay/) [August 16, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-for-afterpay/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) We’re delighted to announce that Hike and Afterpay [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-for-afterpay/) ## [Powerful Inventory and POS Integration: Hike POS + Unleashed Inventory](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-unleashed-inventory-integration/) [August 6, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-unleashed-inventory-integration/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) We’re very excited to announce our Unleashed Inventory integration. [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-unleashed-inventory-integration/) ## [Hike POS for Android now available on Google Play!](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-for-android-now-available-on-google-play/) [July 31, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-for-android-now-available-on-google-play/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) At Hike, we’re working hard to make our point-of-sale [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-pos-for-android-now-available-on-google-play/) ## [How to Make Your Retail Business More Environmentally and Socially Conscious](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-make-your-retail-business-more-environmentally-and-socially-conscious/) [July 6, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-make-your-retail-business-more-environmentally-and-socially-conscious/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Today, we are only ever the touch of a button away from the latest and… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-make-your-retail-business-more-environmentally-and-socially-conscious/) ## [How to Apply Social Distancing to Your Retail Store?](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-apply-social-distancing-to-your-retail-store/) [May 21, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-apply-social-distancing-to-your-retail-store/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) There is no getting away from the fact that social distancing is going to be… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-apply-social-distancing-to-your-retail-store/) ## [Future-Proofing Your Retail Business for a Post-Pandemic World](https://hikeup.com/blog/future-proofing-your-retail-business-for-a-post-pandemic-world/) [April 17, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/future-proofing-your-retail-business-for-a-post-pandemic-world/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Let’s face it, no retail business could have possibly [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/future-proofing-your-retail-business-for-a-post-pandemic-world/) ## [Introducing Hike + MYOB: Our Newest Accounting Integration](https://hikeup.com/blog/introducing-hike-myob-our-newest-accounting-integration/) [March 20, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/introducing-hike-myob-our-newest-accounting-integration/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) At Hike, we’re committed to helping retailers run a better retail [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/introducing-hike-myob-our-newest-accounting-integration/) ## [Trending Products That Retailers Should Consider Selling in 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/trending-products-that-retailers-should-consider-selling-in-2020/) [March 13, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/trending-products-that-retailers-should-consider-selling-in-2020/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Every retailer knows that understanding what to sell is absolutely essential for the success [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/trending-products-that-retailers-should-consider-selling-in-2020/) ## [Why Retailers Should Be Selling on Online Marketplaces](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-retailers-should-be-selling-on-online-marketplaces/) [March 4, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-retailers-should-be-selling-on-online-marketplaces/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Imagine this. You need something, but you aren’t necessarily sure what brand of the product… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-retailers-should-be-selling-on-online-marketplaces/) ## [Top Retail Success Tips to Make 2020 Your Best Ever Year](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-retail-success-tips-to-make-2020-your-best-ever-year/) [January 10, 2020](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-retail-success-tips-to-make-2020-your-best-ever-year/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Every retailer wants their business to achieve its very best. Whether your performance over the… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-retail-success-tips-to-make-2020-your-best-ever-year/) ## [How to Make Money with YouTube](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-make-money-with-youtube/) [December 16, 2019](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-make-money-with-youtube/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) YouTube is now so popular that it is hard to imagine life before it [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-make-money-with-youtube/) ## [Tips Relating to Physical Inventory Count](https://hikeup.com/blog/tips-relating-to-physical-inventory-count/) [December 3, 2019](https://hikeup.com/blog/tips-relating-to-physical-inventory-count/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) There are many different aspects to being a retailer. Arguably, one of the most tedious… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/tips-relating-to-physical-inventory-count/) ## [How to design your logo](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-design-your-logo/) [November 13, 2019](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-design-your-logo/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) A logo is arguably one of the most powerful identifiers of any business. In fact,… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-design-your-logo/) ## [Update: May 2019](https://hikeup.com/blog/update-may-2019/) [June 5, 2019](https://hikeup.com/blog/update-may-2019/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Welcome to May 2019 update announcement page. This is a major update with a mix… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/update-may-2019/) ## [Update: January 2019](https://hikeup.com/blog/update-january-2019/) [February 20, 2019](https://hikeup.com/blog/update-january-2019/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Welcome to 2019’s very first edition of What’s New. We’ve been busy preparing these shiny… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/update-january-2019/) ## [Update: November 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/update-november-2018/) [December 3, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/update-november-2018/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Going places. Supporting more languages Hike is now loved and used in [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/update-november-2018/) ## [Hike update: September 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2018/) [September 17, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2018/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Custom price book for customer groups The price book allows [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-september-2018/) ## [10 things that one should consider when choosing a retail POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/10-things-that-one-should-consider-when-choosing-a-retail-pos/) [May 3, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/10-things-that-one-should-consider-when-choosing-a-retail-pos/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Whether you are setting up a retail business for the very first time, or you… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/10-things-that-one-should-consider-when-choosing-a-retail-pos/) ## [Hike Update: March 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-march-2018/) [April 9, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-march-2018/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) We’re ending March 2018 with some pretty exciting updates! [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-march-2018/) ## [Augmented Reality and the Retail Sector](https://hikeup.com/blog/augmented-reality-and-the-retail-sector/) [April 4, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/augmented-reality-and-the-retail-sector/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Augmented reality, or AR as it is more commonly known, first began to really impress… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/augmented-reality-and-the-retail-sector/) ## [How to Increase Revenue and Customer Loyalty through Coupons, Deals, Discounts and Offers](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-increase-revenue-and-customer-loyalty-through-coupons-deals-discounts-and-offers/) [March 27, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-increase-revenue-and-customer-loyalty-through-coupons-deals-discounts-and-offers/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Retail is a fiercely competitive business, with smaller [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-increase-revenue-and-customer-loyalty-through-coupons-deals-discounts-and-offers/) ## [Omnichannel vs. Multichannel](https://hikeup.com/blog/omnichannel-vs-multichannel/) [February 28, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/omnichannel-vs-multichannel/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Omnichannel and multichannel are common retail buzzword, but what do they really mean? What is… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/omnichannel-vs-multichannel/) ## [Big two benefits of Cloud POS: Security & Integrations](https://hikeup.com/blog/big-two-benefits-of-cloud-pos-security-integrations/) [February 27, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/big-two-benefits-of-cloud-pos-security-integrations/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Need a robust point of sale system for your store? [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/big-two-benefits-of-cloud-pos-security-integrations/) ## [Why you should start selling on Amazon today](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-you-should-start-selling-on-amazon-today/) [February 15, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-you-should-start-selling-on-amazon-today/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) Since launching in 1994, Amazon has grown from its humble, book-only, beginnings into a [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-you-should-start-selling-on-amazon-today/) ## [Top trending retail products to look out for in 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-trending-retail-products-to-look-out-for-in-2018/) [February 5, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-trending-retail-products-to-look-out-for-in-2018/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Knowledge is power and with every passing year, it becomes [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-trending-retail-products-to-look-out-for-in-2018/) ## [Marketing gift cards to your customers](https://hikeup.com/blog/marketing-gift-cards-to-your-customers/) [January 22, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/marketing-gift-cards-to-your-customers/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) Marketing gift cards to your customers As retailers (and shoppers), we’re no stranger [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/marketing-gift-cards-to-your-customers/) ## [Hike announcement: Hike + Worldpay & Mint Payments](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-announcement-hike-worldpay-mint-payments/) [January 18, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-announcement-hike-worldpay-mint-payments/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Payment Processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/payment-processing/) Hike announcement: Hike + Worldpay & Mint Payments Since [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-announcement-hike-worldpay-mint-payments/) ## [Inventory & sales](https://hikeup.com/blog/inventory-sales/) [January 16, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/inventory-sales/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) As retail habits change and evolve, so too has [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/inventory-sales/) ## [Getting your 2018 retail sales off to the right start](https://hikeup.com/blog/getting-your-2018-retail-sales-off-to-the-right-start/) [January 15, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/getting-your-2018-retail-sales-off-to-the-right-start/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Getting your 2018 retail sales off to the right start After another splurge in holiday… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/getting-your-2018-retail-sales-off-to-the-right-start/) ## [Hike + BigCommerce + QuickBooks Online](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-bigcommerce-quickbooks-online/) [January 14, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-bigcommerce-quickbooks-online/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/) Hike + BigCommerce + QuickBooks Online Over the last few years, we at Hike have… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-bigcommerce-quickbooks-online/) ## [How to start your online e-Commerce retail business](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-your-online-e-commerce-retail-business/) [January 12, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-your-online-e-commerce-retail-business/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) How to start your online e-Commerce retail business The accessibility of the e-Commerce industry, through… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-your-online-e-commerce-retail-business/) ## [Hike + Shopify + Xero](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-shopify-xero/) [January 3, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-shopify-xero/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/) Hike + Shopify + Xero Online retailing has become a significant part of the retail… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-shopify-xero/) ## [Technology and trends that will shape the retail industry in 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/technology-and-trends-that-will-shape-the-retail-industry-in-2018/) [January 1, 2018](https://hikeup.com/blog/technology-and-trends-that-will-shape-the-retail-industry-in-2018/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Technology and trends that will shape the retail industry in 2018 For much of 2017,… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/technology-and-trends-that-will-shape-the-retail-industry-in-2018/) ## [Hike update: December 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-december-2017/) [December 21, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-december-2017/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) What’s new in Hike: December update New features We’re [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-december-2017/) ## [Setting up your holiday pricing strategy for your retail store](https://hikeup.com/blog/setting-up-your-holiday-pricing-strategy-for-your-retail-store/) [November 24, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/setting-up-your-holiday-pricing-strategy-for-your-retail-store/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Setting up your holiday pricing strategy for your retail store With not only Christmas [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/setting-up-your-holiday-pricing-strategy-for-your-retail-store/) ## [4 tips to get the most out of your retail staff](https://hikeup.com/blog/4-tips-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-retail-staff/) [November 23, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/4-tips-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-retail-staff/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) 4 tips to get the most out of your retail staff Running [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/4-tips-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-retail-staff/) ## [Why you need to start utilizing POS reports today!](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-you-need-to-start-utilizing-pos-reports-today/) [November 23, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-you-need-to-start-utilizing-pos-reports-today/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Why you need to start utilizing POS reports today In the fast-moving world [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-you-need-to-start-utilizing-pos-reports-today/) ## [5 reasons why retailers are using an iPad POS hardware to grow their business](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-reasons-why-retailers-are-using-an-ipad-pos-hardware-to-grow-their-business/) [November 15, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-reasons-why-retailers-are-using-an-ipad-pos-hardware-to-grow-their-business/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) The chatter amongst retail experts are always centered [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-reasons-why-retailers-are-using-an-ipad-pos-hardware-to-grow-their-business/) ## [Hike update: November 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-november-2017/) [November 14, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-november-2017/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) What’s new in Hike: November update New features Our November update [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-november-2017/) ## [5 key differences between traditional commerce & e-Commerce sales channels](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-key-differences-between-traditional-commerce-e-commerce-sales-channels/) [November 8, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-key-differences-between-traditional-commerce-e-commerce-sales-channels/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Understanding Sales Channels: 5 key differences between [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/5-key-differences-between-traditional-commerce-e-commerce-sales-channels/) ## [6 ways small businesses can engage with local community](https://hikeup.com/blog/6-ways-small-businesses-can-engage-with-local-community/) [November 1, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/6-ways-small-businesses-can-engage-with-local-community/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) 6 tips your small business can engage with the local community Since the turn of… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/6-ways-small-businesses-can-engage-with-local-community/) ## [Hike update: October 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-october-2017/) [October 31, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-october-2017/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) What’s new in Hike: October update New features Sync with multiple [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-october-2017/) ## [Turning first-time customers into repeat business](https://hikeup.com/blog/turning-first-time-customers-into-repeat-business/) [September 28, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/turning-first-time-customers-into-repeat-business/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) The challenges facing retailers, especially [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/turning-first-time-customers-into-repeat-business/) ## [Hike update: Sept 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-sept-2017/) [September 28, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-sept-2017/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) What’s new in Hike: September update With the festive [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-sept-2017/) ## [Reach your long-term goals with the Eisenhower Matrix](https://hikeup.com/blog/reach-your-long-term-goals-with-the-eisenhower-matrix/) [September 15, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/reach-your-long-term-goals-with-the-eisenhower-matrix/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Popularized by Dwight D. Eisenhower’s time management and productivity skills, the Eisenhower matrix is designed… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/reach-your-long-term-goals-with-the-eisenhower-matrix/) ## [Guide to crafting the perfect work email](https://hikeup.com/blog/guide-to-crafting-the-perfect-work-email/) [September 14, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/guide-to-crafting-the-perfect-work-email/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) Crafting the perfect email is a hard and often time exhaustive exercise, which is why… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/guide-to-crafting-the-perfect-work-email/) ## [Treat your employees like your most valued customer](https://hikeup.com/blog/treat-your-employees-like-your-most-valued-customer/) [September 13, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/treat-your-employees-like-your-most-valued-customer/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) ‘A group of people get together and exist as an institution we call a company… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/treat-your-employees-like-your-most-valued-customer/) ## [How to choose the right iPad as your point-of-sale](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-ipad-as-your-point-of-sale/) [September 13, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-ipad-as-your-point-of-sale/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) We’re often asked what are the advantages and disadvantages of each iPad. Whilst all iPad’s… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-ipad-as-your-point-of-sale/) ## [Hike Update: Aug 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-aug-2017/) [September 12, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-aug-2017/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) What’s New in Hike? August releases It’s been a busy year for Hike, with more… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-update-aug-2017/) ## [Create better in-store experiences for your customers](https://hikeup.com/blog/create-better-in-store-experiences-for-your-customers/) [September 1, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/create-better-in-store-experiences-for-your-customers/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) We live in an age of retailing that’s primarily been defined by the rise [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/create-better-in-store-experiences-for-your-customers/) ## [Tips to manage your side-business while working a full-time job](https://hikeup.com/blog/tips-to-manage-your-side-business-while-working-a-full-time-job/) [August 28, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/tips-to-manage-your-side-business-while-working-a-full-time-job/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) We’re living in an age of budding [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/tips-to-manage-your-side-business-while-working-a-full-time-job/) ## [iPad to iPad POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-to-ipad-pos/) [August 26, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-to-ipad-pos/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Turn your iPad into an iPad Cash Register When Steve Jobs introduced the iPad [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-to-ipad-pos/) ## [Enhance your customer engagement](https://hikeup.com/blog/enhance-your-customer-engagement/) [August 25, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/enhance-your-customer-engagement/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) Tips to boost your customer engagement The customer is always right has been a slogan… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/enhance-your-customer-engagement/) ## [Inventory counting 101](https://hikeup.com/blog/inventory-counting-101/) [August 24, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/inventory-counting-101/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) ‘Continuous improvement is better than delayed perfection.’ It’s a quote attributed [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/inventory-counting-101/) ## [What’s new in Hike 3.0](https://hikeup.com/blog/whats-new-in-hike-3-0/) [May 16, 2017](https://hikeup.com/blog/whats-new-in-hike-3-0/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[What's new in Hike](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/hike-updates/) Since launching Hike in 2015, we now [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/whats-new-in-hike-3-0/) ## [Best employee management techniques](https://hikeup.com/blog/best-employee-management-techniques/) [March 30, 2016](https://hikeup.com/blog/best-employee-management-techniques/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) As a manager, keeping your people motivated and productive [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/best-employee-management-techniques/) ## [Tips for Real-time marketing with social media](https://hikeup.com/blog/tips-for-real-time-marketing-with-social-media/) [March 28, 2016](https://hikeup.com/blog/tips-for-real-time-marketing-with-social-media/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) One of the biggest marketing opportunities in the modern world [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/tips-for-real-time-marketing-with-social-media/) ## [Small business inventory management tools & techniques](https://hikeup.com/blog/small-business-inventory-management-tools-techniques/) [March 24, 2016](https://hikeup.com/blog/small-business-inventory-management-tools-techniques/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Let’s face us, most of us have things we would rather be [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/small-business-inventory-management-tools-techniques/) ## [How to start a YouTube channel for your small business](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-a-youtube-channel-for-your-small-business/) [March 21, 2016](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-start-a-youtube-channel-for-your-small-business/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) When it comes to marketing, businesses are always looking for new; 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You need [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/online-logo-creator-tools/) ## [How to run a successful multi-store retail business](https://hikeup.com/blog/multi-store-retail-pos-software/) [October 9, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/multi-store-retail-pos-software/)By: [Hike Team](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hike-team/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Running any retail business can be challenging, and the prospect of [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/multi-store-retail-pos-software/) ## [Boost your customer service with Hike’s Smart-Sync technology](https://hikeup.com/blog/hikes-smart-sync-technology/) [October 8, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/hikes-smart-sync-technology/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/) As we know, providing customers with a seamless Omnichannel experience [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hikes-smart-sync-technology/) ## [How much is your inventory costing your business?](https://hikeup.com/blog/inventory-ordering-holding-storage-costs/) [October 2, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/inventory-ordering-holding-storage-costs/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Investment into inventory needs to be carefully balanced. 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More of [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-avoid-a-phishing-scam/) ## [8 Reasons why every small business needs POS software](https://hikeup.com/blog/small-business-pos-software/) [September 29, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/small-business-pos-software/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) When it comes to business, here at Hike, we aren’t [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/small-business-pos-software/) ## [How to turn that idea into a successful business](https://hikeup.com/blog/turn-that-idea-into-a-business/) [September 25, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/turn-that-idea-into-a-business/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) Most new businesses stem from a great idea. 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Their positive [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/calculating-employee-wages/) ## [What is your inventory telling you?](https://hikeup.com/blog/pos-inventory-analytics/) [September 22, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/pos-inventory-analytics/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) As a business owner, your business is your baby. You want [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/pos-inventory-analytics/) ## [The importance of blogging for retailers](https://hikeup.com/blog/blogging-for-retailers/) [September 21, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/blogging-for-retailers/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) It is pretty obvious in this day and age that an online [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/blogging-for-retailers/) ## [8 reasons why iPad is the perfect tool for retailers](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-for-retailers/) [September 14, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-for-retailers/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Just like they did with iPod, Apple created an entirely new market [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/ipad-for-retailers/) ## [3 things that are killing your online sales volume](https://hikeup.com/blog/abandoned-cart-recovery/) [September 12, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/abandoned-cart-recovery/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Did you know that 75% of online buyers leave shopping cart [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/abandoned-cart-recovery/) ## [5 good reasons to write a business plan](https://hikeup.com/blog/write-a-business-plan/) [September 10, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/write-a-business-plan/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Traditionally, writing a business plan isn’t so cool. You’ll often [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/write-a-business-plan/) ## [Transitioning from corporate to small business](https://hikeup.com/blog/startup-vs-corporate/) [September 9, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/startup-vs-corporate/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) You are a hardworking, career oriented person who rapidly progressed [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/startup-vs-corporate/) ## [5 key elements to designing a coffee shop](https://hikeup.com/blog/key-elements-to-designing-a-coffee-shop/) [September 7, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/key-elements-to-designing-a-coffee-shop/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Being a Melbournian, I take pride in being able to make [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/key-elements-to-designing-a-coffee-shop/) ## [4 ways to grow your business with Pinterest](https://hikeup.com/blog/4-ways-to-grow-your-business-with-pinterest/) [September 5, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/4-ways-to-grow-your-business-with-pinterest/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) Pinterest is without any doubt one of the top social media [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/4-ways-to-grow-your-business-with-pinterest/) ## [Which Entrepreneur DNA category you fit in?](https://hikeup.com/blog/entrepreneur-dna-categories/) [August 28, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/entrepreneur-dna-categories/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) Why do you do what you do? Find out who you are. [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/entrepreneur-dna-categories/) ## [Twitter direct message characters limit](https://hikeup.com/blog/twitter-dm-character-limit/) [August 27, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/twitter-dm-character-limit/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) Did you know that Twitter has scrapped the 140 character limits for [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/twitter-dm-character-limit/) ## [What is this beacons technology?](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-in-store-beacons/) [August 25, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-in-store-beacons/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) Competition in retail is fierce than ever [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-is-in-store-beacons/) ## [Hike PowaPOS integration announcement](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-powa-pos-integration/) [August 21, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-powa-pos-integration/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Hike POS is pleased to announce the recent integration of our POS [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/hike-powa-pos-integration/) ## [Does Hike have any CRM capabilities?](https://hikeup.com/blog/pos-with-crm-capabilities/) [August 15, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/pos-with-crm-capabilities/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) CRM system isn’t something you’d expect in a point of sale software, but there is [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/pos-with-crm-capabilities/) ## [Top four benefits of cloud technology](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-four-benefits-of-cloud-technology/) [August 14, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-four-benefits-of-cloud-technology/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) Being nimble is one of the biggest advantages of a small [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-four-benefits-of-cloud-technology/) ## [Social media lessons learned in kindergarten](https://hikeup.com/blog/social-media-lessons-learned-in-kindergarten/) [August 13, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/social-media-lessons-learned-in-kindergarten/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) Social media is no longer a new trend. Most of us enjoy [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/social-media-lessons-learned-in-kindergarten/) ## [Inspiring retail store and office designs](https://hikeup.com/blog/retail-store-design-inspiration/) [August 11, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/retail-store-design-inspiration/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Inspiring retail store & office designs With this article, we bring to you some of… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/retail-store-design-inspiration/) ## [How these 17 famous companies got their names](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-17-famous-companies-got-their-names/) [August 11, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-17-famous-companies-got-their-names/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) How these 17 famous companies got their names [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-17-famous-companies-got-their-names/) ## [Omnichannel – bridging the gap](https://hikeup.com/blog/omnichannel-bridging-the-gap/) [August 10, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/omnichannel-bridging-the-gap/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Retailers always want to make their customers’ shopping experience delightful. And customers should be in… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/omnichannel-bridging-the-gap/) ## [Retail trend report from ‘Gifts Fair’](https://hikeup.com/blog/retail-trend-report-from-gifts-fair/) [August 7, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/retail-trend-report-from-gifts-fair/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) Whether you sell in-store, online or across both channels, Melbourne’s [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/retail-trend-report-from-gifts-fair/) ## [Exceeding Your Customers Expectations Is Possible](https://hikeup.com/blog/exceeding-customer-expectations-is-possible/) [July 22, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/exceeding-customer-expectations-is-possible/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) We all know that when it comes to business, competition is fierce. With dozens, hundreds… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/exceeding-customer-expectations-is-possible/) ## [Deadline is approaching – Is your point of sale EMV ready?](https://hikeup.com/blog/deadline-is-approaching-is-your-pos-emv-ready/) [June 24, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/deadline-is-approaching-is-your-pos-emv-ready/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Payment Processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/payment-processing/) If your business has not yet shifted to EMV / Chip and PIN payment processing [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/deadline-is-approaching-is-your-pos-emv-ready/) ## [Understanding EMV Chip Card Technology](https://hikeup.com/blog/understanding-emv-chip-card-technology/) [June 22, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/understanding-emv-chip-card-technology/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Payment Processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/payment-processing/) Many of us take EMV Chip Card technology for granted, accepting it as [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/understanding-emv-chip-card-technology/) ## [Which payment gateway is right for your business?](https://hikeup.com/blog/which-payment-gateway-is-right-for-your-business/) [June 15, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/which-payment-gateway-is-right-for-your-business/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Payment Processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/payment-processing/) No business can stay operational for very long unless it brings in money and [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/which-payment-gateway-is-right-for-your-business/) ## [Future of in-store payment processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/future-of-in-store-payment-processing/) [May 28, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/future-of-in-store-payment-processing/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Payment Processing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/payment-processing/) Technology is continuing to evolve at an exponential rate and the changes [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/future-of-in-store-payment-processing/) ## [What you need to consider before purchasing a cash drawer](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-you-need-to-consider-before-purchasing-a-cash-drawer/) [May 27, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-you-need-to-consider-before-purchasing-a-cash-drawer/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) Even with the increased use of plastic thanks to the explosion of iPad POS [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/what-you-need-to-consider-before-purchasing-a-cash-drawer/) ## [Choosing the right image for your website](https://hikeup.com/blog/choosing-the-right-image-for-your-website/) [May 19, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/choosing-the-right-image-for-your-website/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words and the images [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/choosing-the-right-image-for-your-website/) ## [Traditional cash Registers vs iPad Point of Sale Systems](https://hikeup.com/blog/traditional-cash-registers-vs-ipad-point-of-sale-systems/) [May 11, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/traditional-cash-registers-vs-ipad-point-of-sale-systems/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) With the development of technology has come an evolution in the way that we can… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/traditional-cash-registers-vs-ipad-point-of-sale-systems/) ## [How to take amazing product photographs](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-take-amazing-product-photographs/) [May 7, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-take-amazing-product-photographs/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) One of the key parts of setting up a website selling tangible products is ensuring… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-to-take-amazing-product-photographs/) ## [Can the brand colours really affect its success?](https://hikeup.com/blog/can-the-brand-colours-really-affect-its-success/) [May 6, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/can-the-brand-colours-really-affect-its-success/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[Guides](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/guide/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) In recent years there has been a lot of research into the affect that colours… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/can-the-brand-colours-really-affect-its-success/) ## [Google embraces mobile-friendly websites in search results](https://hikeup.com/blog/google-embraces-mobile-friendly-websites-in-search-results/) [May 3, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/google-embraces-mobile-friendly-websites-in-search-results/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Marketing](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/marketing/) Moving with the times, Google has made changes to its search algorithms so that they… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/google-embraces-mobile-friendly-websites-in-search-results/) ## [Drive new traffic to your retail business](https://hikeup.com/blog/drive-new-traffic-to-your-retail-business/) [April 30, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/drive-new-traffic-to-your-retail-business/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) If you are a new retailer, building initial customer base is a challenging [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/drive-new-traffic-to-your-retail-business/) ## [Product Photography – In-house or Outsource?](https://hikeup.com/blog/product-photography-is-in-house-or-outsourcing-best-for-your-business/) [April 29, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/product-photography-is-in-house-or-outsourcing-best-for-your-business/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) When setting up a web page to sell online, one of the key considerations [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/product-photography-is-in-house-or-outsourcing-best-for-your-business/) ## [Why iPad point of sale systems are popular?](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-ipad-point-of-sale-systems-is-popular/) [April 28, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-ipad-point-of-sale-systems-is-popular/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) There are more and more businesses changing – or in other words upgrading – to… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/why-ipad-point-of-sale-systems-is-popular/) ## [Top business apps for your business](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-business-apps-for-your-business/) [April 28, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-business-apps-for-your-business/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) An iPad or tablet in your physical retail business can actually be one of the [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/top-business-apps-for-your-business/) ## [The basics of point-of-sale for retailers](https://hikeup.com/blog/the-basics-of-point-of-sale-for-retailers/) [April 25, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/the-basics-of-point-of-sale-for-retailers/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) If you are a retailer looking for a new POS system, you may be interested… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/the-basics-of-point-of-sale-for-retailers/) ## [Best iPad stands for your iPad point of sale](https://hikeup.com/blog/best-ipad-stands-for-your-ipad-point-of-sale/) [April 22, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/best-ipad-stands-for-your-ipad-point-of-sale/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[POS](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/pos/) These days more and more businesses are moving towards cloud-based and iPad [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/best-ipad-stands-for-your-ipad-point-of-sale/) ## [Paying Sales Tax in the USA – What you need to know](https://hikeup.com/blog/paying-sales-tax-in-the-usa/) [April 21, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/paying-sales-tax-in-the-usa/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Business](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/business/) This tax discussion is relevant to US merchants only Setting up a new business can… [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/paying-sales-tax-in-the-usa/) ## [How do you get your customers to return to your store?](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-do-you-get-your-customers-to-return-to-your-store/) [April 18, 2015](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-do-you-get-your-customers-to-return-to-your-store/)By: [hiren Savjiyani](https://hikeup.com/blog/author/hiren-savjiyani/)[Retail](https://hikeup.com/blog/topics/retail/) iPad point of sale is more [Read more](https://hikeup.com/blog/how-do-you-get-your-customers-to-return-to-your-store/) « PrevNext »