What does POS stand for?

POS stands for point of sale. In a sporting goods store, a POS system refers to the hardware and software used to manage sales transactions, inventory and customer data. A POS works by scanning items, processing payments and updating inventory in real time. To use a POS system, staff need to log in, scan products, accept payments and ensure the system updates inventory levels and sales data automatically. With a POS, you get streamlined sales processes, accurate inventory tracking and improved customer management. The difference between a POS system and POS software is that the system includes both the physical components (like registers and scanners) and the software, while POS software is the program that runs on the hardware. Requirements for a POS include hardware (such as tablets, scanners and printers), software and a reliable internet connection.

How do I choose a POS system for a sporting goods store?

When choosing a POS system for a sporting goods store, consider the following: 1. Features: ensure the system has robust inventory management, sales tracking, and customer management tools. 2. Integration: look for compatibility with other software you use, such as accounting or ecommerce platforms. 3. Scalability: choose a system that can grow with your business, accommodating multiple locations if needed. 4. Ease of use: opt for a user-friendly interface that staff can quickly learn. 5. Support and training: ensure the provider offers reliable customer support and training resources.

Can you run a POS system without internet?

Legacy POS systems can sometimes run without an internet connection, as they are hosted on-site. However, legacy systems hold your business back by cutting you off from cutting edge tools and saddling you with tech debt. Cloud POS systems like Lightspeed use an internet connection, but can be run in offline mode if your internet connection goes down.

How much does Lightspeed POS cost?

Lightspeed Retail starts at $89 USD a month , which includes POS, inventory management, payments, supplier catalogs and eCom. Lightspeed Payments has a rate of 2.6%+ 10c per card-present transaction.

Sporting goods POS software

A retail POS built for sporting goods stores

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Sporting goods POS software built with your business in mind

Inventory management

Organize and order inventory from your POS system

Data and reporting

Track sales metrics, employee performance and more

Service orders, repairs and sales

Sell, service and repair sporting goods equipment to build customer loyalty

Built-in eCom

Manage sales on your site, social media, Amazon, eBay and more

Sporting goods POS software made to manage your inventory.

Get a play-by-play of what's happening in your store with Lightspeed Insight's reporting features. Glean insights on sales, product performance, staffing and more.

Generate detailed reports on your sales, product movements and customers
Elevate your forecasting game with suggested inventory based on past sales volumes and stockouts
View your retailinsights from any device, no matter where you are
Move with confidence knowing that yourbusiness decisions are backed by data
Streamline purchase orders and save time with sales and inventory insights in one screen

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Harness your power with built-in reporting in your sports club POS.

Stay ahead of the curve, with meaningful insights from customer behaviour to managing margins.

Track your performance with real-time reports for sales, inventory and employees
See peak hours with centralized data for in-store and online, that lets you adapt accordingly
Access reports from anywhere with timely, accurate and mobile-friendly reporting
Flexible reporting empowers you to customize by time period, customer type and more

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Automate your buying and receiving with Lightspeed B2B.

Lightspeed B2B allows you to add thousands of products from popular sporting suppliers directly from your POS and import purchase orders in a click directly to your outdoor store POS.

Access millions of brands and products across thousands of retailers using the B2B Catalog.
Add product information including description, image and UPC in a single click.
Leverage the NuORDER by Lightspeed integration to shop from thousands of sporting and gift brands and import your purchase orders directly to your POS.

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Sell sporting goods online, offline and everywhere in between.

Lightspeed's sporting goods POS software lets you sell everywhere. Enable customers to browse and buy in store, online and everywhere in between.

Build a new ecommerce website or connect to any website in seconds—no coding required
Sell across social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok
Leverage the power of online marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, Walmart and Google Shopping
Fulfill orders faster with in-store pickup, local delivery zones and shipping

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Win over your customers with exceptional experiences.

Send targeted offers, communicate deals and personalize your shopping experience, all from your Lightspeed dashboard.

Ring up sales faster with Quick Keys and easy product search features
Create customer profiles to offer tailored shopping experiences based on purchase history, favorite teams and more
Keep customers coming back with built-in loyalty tools and rewards programs
Level up your marketing game with email campaigns and personalized messages

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Manage all of your service orders from one platform.

With Lightspeed Service Orders, stay on top of all your service orders to ensure your sales and service staff are aligned and your customers are always satisfied

Manage your time efficiently and see in real-time how many services are scheduled for a given day
Get your staff on the same page with detailed service notes when a service is first sold or while the service is in progress
Provide exceptional customer service by reducing double handling of customer, product and inventory information related to service sales

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“Staff love it because it’s really easy to use, management love it because reporting is easy and our mechanic loves it because it’s easy to manage work orders.”

Eilis Keegan, Brompton Bicycle

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Save time managing your inventory and give your employees the tools they need for loyalty-building sales experiences with Lightspeed.

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Everything you need to process sales and get paid in one place.

Accept any amount, with any card, from any issuer, all at one predictable rate. No third-party accounts, no hidden fees—just fast and secure integrated payments.

Clear and simple pricing (no hidden fees)
Accept payments from all major credit and debit cards, Apple and Google Pay
Get paid securely with PCI compliance and end-to-end encryption

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Top sporting good retail tools available with Lightspeed POS

Increase customer loyalty and retention with marketing automation.

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Track hours, create schedules and manage labor costs with this employee management tool.

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Communicate with customers over SMS, directly within Lightspeed.

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Quickly launch marketing campaigns and manage your email lists by syncing your customer data with Mailchimp.

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Considering the switch to Lightspeed?

Switching to Lightspeed is easy. From data migration to hardware and payments setup, our industry experts will support you each step of the way.

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One-on-one onboarding
Dedicated Account Manager to answer every question

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Retail POS hardware? We've got it.

Whether you're stationing your POS on the counter or walking around with an iPad, Lightspeed will help you find the right retail hardware setup. Your perfect wireless experience awaits.

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