iConnect POS Launches Enhanced Suite Of Point Of Sale Applications For Apple iPhone, iPad And Web

Fully responsive designs and iOS applications optimize cloud-based POS for each device and improve user experience, adds product attributes and more

iConnect POS, a leading point-of-sale software solution, has released a new suite of cloud-based payment solutions for Web, iPad and iPhone. The new applications, now available atwww.geticonnectpos.com or in the Apple App Store, are based on the company’s existing successful suite of applications, which have been downloaded by more than 10,000 businesses worldwide.The new iConnect POS apps simplify the complexities of running a business and optimize the use of payment applications for each device, creating a scalable solution that works for small businesses, multi-location businesses and franchises.

“With a mobile-first strategy in mind, iConnect POS set out to simplify the demands of managing the many complex IT challenges and costs that exist with traditional point of sale, and in 2010 developed the world’s first truly cloud-based mobile point-of-sale solution to offer a seamless iPhone, iPad, and Web-based experience,” said Subodh Gupta, founder and president of iConnect. “With this latest product suite, we looked closely at how our customers were using our solutions and optimized the experience around their needs for each of the three products - Web, tablet and smartphone point of sale.

The iConnect POS platform is designed for Mac and PC desktops and laptops, iPads and iPhones. The Web application is responsive and works on any Internet-enabled device including Android tablets. The iConnect team put customer feedback first, correlating the newly added features and improvements directly with suggestions from the current customer base. New feature enhancements include:

iConnect Web POS and Back Office:

• Includes a simplified and streamlined Setup Wizard that helps a business get up and running in minutes.Businesses quickly set up their stores, select their payment methods, connect to printers or PIN pads, and activate merchant services.
• The Web POS Back Office features dashboards for easy navigation and access to a business’ most important information. A new Resource Center gives businesses access to hardware and credit card processing directly from the application, as well as iConnect’s award-winning support center.

iConnect iPad POS:

• A new user interface streamlines the checkout process to keep lines moving while businesses build better customer profiles.
• New register and inventory features include product attributes and modifier capabilities, as well as the ability to open tabs or put items on hold.
• Full access to the Web Back Office, allows even complex businesses to operate from a mobile device.

iConnect iPhone POS:

• Design and functionality mirrors the iConnect POS iPad app, allowing greater mobility while retaining all features of the tablet.

“With a single-user license, any employee can seamlessly switch between the Web, iPhone and iPhone experience, giving them the tools they need to manage their businesses most effectively,” continued Gupta.

The launch of the new iConnect POS suite follows the completion of a successful beta program with more than 100 of iConnect’s existing customers. These customers helped iConnect to ensure that the update met client needs and praised iConnect POS for its ease of use, valuable features and responsive support team.

“iConnect POS is critical to running my business,” said Lee Doran, owner of UK-based Sports Injury Clinic. ”I have been especially impressed how the application has evolved, and with this new product suite, the iConnect team has gone above and beyond, delivering real time reporting, helping me stay organized and allowing me to build better relationships with my customers.”

iConnect POS is the first mPOS application to offer personalized themes and multi-language support, is EMV-compatible and can also support multi-location businesses and franchises, allowing any business to leverage mobility. iConnect POS provides merchants with consolidated services, including inventory tracking, employee management, real-time reporting, CRM, email and text message marketing. iConnect POS also supports online booking and appointments, appointment reminders and confirmations, tracks memberships and supports loyalty programs.

A partnership with EVO Payments International combined with the EVO Snap* integrated services platform provides same-day approval, flat rate processing, and a free credit card reader. This partnership offers businesses a comprehensive solution and streamlined approach to software, hardware, and services. Combined with iConnect’s simplified interface and quick set-up, new businesses can get started in as quick as a single day.

“iConnect has dramatically improved the way we run our business,” said Jared Hickman of Utah-based Renaissance Academie. “What I appreciate most are all of the extra features, which allow me to do more than I ever anticipated, including the ability to add unlimited number of customers to the customer database, and a product catalog that makes selling and tracking inventory a breeze.”

With the rollout of the new product suite, iConnect POS has also launched a new website atwww.geticonnectPOS.com, where businesses worldwide can sign up for a free 15-day trial of the mPOS application suite. Each iConnect customer gets the benefit of online and personalized support, with a dedicated POS consultant and one-on-one training included.

About iConnect POS
iConnect is a leading point-of-sale software solution that simplifies the demands of running a business. iConnect offers simple, yet intuitive Web, iPad and iPhone POS applications for retail stores, salons, quick serve restaurants, kiosks, multi-location businesses and franchises. With simple pricing for any size business from SMB to enterprise, iConnect is easy to implement with remarkable features for small businesses, multi-location businesses, and franchises. iConnect's revolutionary cloud POS application can be customized to be as simple or sophisticated as needed, making it the first iPad POS to rival traditional and enterprise point-of-sale systems. For more information, visit www.geticonnectpos.com

About EVO Snap* & EVO Payments International, LLC
EVO Snap* simplifies in-store, online and mobile payments – making payments a Snap* for software companies and merchants. EVO Snap* is a one-stop shop for application integration, merchant underwriting and payment processing. EVO Snap* offers single-integration access to omni-channel payment processing through one API and can instantly decision, board and activate merchants. For more information, visit www.evosnap.com.

EVO Payments International, LLC is a leading payments service provider of merchant acquiring and processing solutions for merchants, Independent Sales Organizations (ISOs), financial institutions, government organizations, and multinational corporations located throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. A principal member of VISA and MasterCard, EVO offers an array of innovative, reliable and secure payments solutions, backed by an uncompromising commitment to exceed the needs of its customers and partners. For more information, visit www.evopayments.com.