CAP|Software — Retail Manager 2007

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From the Nov. 2007 Issue -- Exclusive Online Content

CAP|Software, makers of Retail Manager, has been designing POS and Inventory Control software since 1978. Known for its flexibility, Retail Manager is suitable for any retail environment.

EASE OF USE -- 5 Stars
Retail Manager’s POS sales screens are designed to work best when utilizing a touch screen or keyboard. The POS screen has three function buttons on the top left of the screen, with additional function buttons found to the right. Hitting a function key will access customer histories or items, or it will update or edit product quantities.

Users can assign a ‘hot key’ to best-selling items, non-inventory items or to miscellaneous charges. Keys can be color-coded in sections and assigned a number by level of importance. Users simply click on ‘hot keys,’ and then enter the assigned key number to display the corresponding item or charge.

Barcode scanner can be utilized to enter items or comprehensive lookup options are available. Existing customers can also be located using the search function. Retail Manager accepts multiple tender types and will accept up to five different tender types for each sale. The extensive use of function buttons simplifies entering and processing sales. User interface screens are uncluttered, and Retail Manager allows users to choose a left- or right-handed interface screen, a concept that is so simple and yet rarely found in other comparable products.

MODULES/SCALABILITY -- 4.5 Stars
Along with the POS module, Retail Manager offers back office processing using the SellWise Module, a retail management system that contains Reporting; Ordering; Inventory; Product Receiving; AR; and Vendor, Customer and Employee data. Numerous add-on modules are also available, including CAP HQ and HCOM, which facilitates transferring of vital information between locations. New in the 2007 release of Retail Manager is CAP Backup (which offers software backup with offsite storage) and CAP Online Support (for improved software support). Retail Manager also offers customized software solutions for those with unique needs.

FEATURES/FUNCTIONALITY -- 5 Stars
Retail Manager 2007 contains several new features, including expanded inventory fields, the option to display upsell messages on the sales interface screen, and an enhanced reports menu with better categorization of available reports. Also available is an option to add survey messages to specified receipts or display a second LCD screen if desired. Quick keys provide access to all best-selling items with a single touch. Users simply select the appropriate department and item, and then assign a color of choice.